Maruti e VITARA Electric SUV Web Story

Rahul Somvanshi

Maruti e VITARA: 500km EV Debuts Amid 69% Production Cut

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Maruti's first electric SUV e VITARA rolls off production at Gujarat's Hansalpur plant, flagged off by PM Modi in August 2025.

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Equipped with two battery options: 49kWh (142hp) or 61kWh (172hp), the e VITARA promises over 500km range on a single charge.

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Production targets slashed by 69% due to rare earth shortages - from 26,512 to 8,221 units for April-September 2025.

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Despite initial cuts, Maruti aims to meet its 67,000-unit annual target by ramping up production in later months.

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The e VITARA will be exported to over 100 countries, making India Suzuki's global manufacturing hub for electric vehicles.

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Four driving modes (Eco, Normal, Sport, Snow) help navigate different terrains, complemented by 180mm ground clearance.

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Advanced safety features include Level 2 ADAS with Lane Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Emergency Braking.

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Modern cabin boasts 10.25-inch touchscreen, digital driver display, and practical 40:20:40 split rear seats.

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The SUV supports fast charging - approximately 45 minutes (10-80%) on a 70kW DC charger.

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Maruti's 'e for me' ecosystem includes charging stations at dealerships in 100 cities and 1,500+ EV service centers.

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Priced between ₹17-22.5 lakh, how will e VITARA compete against Hyundai Creta EV, Tata Curvv EV, and MG ZS EV?

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The e VITARA marks the first of several electric models in Maruti's roadmap through 2030.

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