Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara electric SUV will go into production in Gujarat before making its debut in India on September 3.
Maruti Suzuki is about to reach a significant milestone in its electric vehicle journey. The automaker will launch the first manufacturing unit of the e-Vitara SUV from its Hansalpur factory in Gujarat on August 26, and the EV will make its formal debut in India on September 3, 2025. Maruti Suzuki intends to ship the SUV to over 100 worldwide markets, establishing the vehicle as a global product.
Battery Packs and Range
| Battery Capacity | Claimed Range (Single Charge) |
| 48.8 kWh | Up to 500 km |
| 61.1 kWh | Up to 500 km |
Variants and Colours
Customers will be able to select from three trims: Delta, Zeta, and Alpha. The SUV will be available in multiple single-tone and dual-tone colors, including Opulent Red, Arctic White, Splendid Silver, Nexa Blue, Grandeur Grey, and Bluish Black, with dual-tone models boasting a contrasting black roof.
Features and Safety
The Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara will have:
- A dual digital display
- LED projector headlights
- Y-shaped LED daytime running lights
- A fixed glass roof
- Wireless charging
- Ambient lighting
- Ventilated front seats
- 18-inch aerodynamically optimized alloy wheels
- 10-way adjustable driver seat
- Rectangular air conditioning vents
- An auto-dimming interior rearview mirror (IRVM)
- Semi-leatherette seating
- An electronic parking brake
Safety-wise, the brand never compromises; the Vitara gets:
- Seven airbags
- A 360-degree camera
- Level 2 ADAS for assisted driving
Production Challenges
Maruti Suzuki lowered its initial e-Vitara manufacturing target earlier this year. From April to September, the company reduced output from approximately 26,500 units to 8,200 units due to rare-earth supply shortages. However, the manufacturer stated that the launch date will remain unchanged, with production set to begin later this year.
Strategic Move
Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara will be the brand’s first fully electric SUV, and this EV marks a significant milestone in its electric vehicle lineup. The Gujarat plant will be utilised as both a domestic manufacturing location and an export unit. This helps the company to boost its presence in the EV industry both domestically and internationally.
