Celebrating Nexa’s 7th anniversary, Maruti Suzuki unveiled its game-changer SUV, the Grand Vitara. The new SUV from Maruti Suzuki stable was unveiled in the presence of Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director &CEO, Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Director (Sales & Marketing), C V Raman, Chief Technical Officer, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, besides other senior officials of the company.
It may be recalled that Toyota Kirloskar recently launched the Hyryder SUV and this Grand Vitara is very much a product on similar lines, a result of the strategic alliance that Toyota and Suzuki have globally.
Technical Specifications:
Length (mm)
4345
Intelligent Hybrid Engine
1.5L K-Series Engine
Height (unladen)(mm)
1645
Max Torque
122Nm@4400-4800rpm
136.8Nm@4400rpm
Width (mm)
1795
Max Power++
Engine: 68kW (92.45PS)@5500rpm
Total System: 85kW (115.56PS)
75.8kW (103.06PS)@6000rpm
Wheelbase (mm)
2600
Fuel Efficiency
(Km/l) **
Intelligent Electric Hybrid: 27.97(e-CVT)
Progressive Smart Hybrid: 21.11(MT),20.58 (AT), 19.38 (ALLGRIP MT)
++[1kW = 1.35962 PS]
Grand Vitara is the latest entrant in the Nexa portfolio to feature its signature design language, ‘Crafted Futurism’. The design philosophy manifests itself upon three major pillars:
NEXpression: Artfully designed exteriors & interiors, crafted to perfection
NEXTech: Revolutionary technology catering to the new age customers’ needs and creating delight
NEXperience: Experiences that are truly about driving a Nexa vehicle.
The vehicle has a bold SUV stance, muscular wheel arches, sweeping shoulders, R17 precision cut alloy wheels and Nexa’s signature design elements. It has an imposing NEXWave Grille with rich hi-gloss black and dark chrome accentuation.
It gets unique NEXTre’ signature elements – 3 element LED DRLs with integrated turn-lamp in front and complimenting 3 element sweeping LED taillamp add to its exclusive & premium look. It has “Fervent Dark Chrome” finish front grille garnish for Intelligent Electric Hybrid and “Rich Chrome” finish for Progressive Smart Hybrid variants.
As for the interior, it gets a crafted instrument panel (IP) with bold sweeping elements, rich black faux leather with champagne gold accents and matching stitch pattern in Intelligent electric hybrid, bordeaux faux leather with high luminant silver accents in Smart Hybrid, rich faux leather with matching accents on the doors, piano black finishes in interiors, 3D sculpted driver & co-driver ventilated seats , etc.
Advanced new-age NEXTechTechnologies:
The Grand Vitara is available in multiple powertrain options. There is an option of a 1.5L Intelligent Electric Hybrid. It is has a Dual Power System: Electric motor and internal combustion engine. It has a self-charging strong hybrid electric vehicle with energy regeneration, multiple drive modes (EV, Eco, Power and Normal), and a fuel efficiency of 27.97 km/l.
The other engine option is a 1.5L Next-Gen K-series Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine with Progressive Smart Hybrid technology that offers brake energy regeneration and torque assist, Idle Stop Start, fuel-efficiency up to 21.11 km/l, etc.
Transmissions on offer include e-CVT transmission in Intelligent Electric Hybrid variants, 6-speed Automatic Transmission with Paddle Shifters and 5-speed Manual in Smart Hybrid variants.
The Suzuki ALLGRIP legendry off-roading prowess provides intelligent all-wheel drive capability as per drive condition, offering fun-to-drive experience that has user selectable Auto, Sport, Snow and Lock drive modes.
Next-gen technologies include coloured Head Up Display, 360 View Camera, 9” Smart Play Pro+ Infotainment system with HD display, premium sound system, in-built voice assist system triggered with the “Hi Suzuki” command, wireless car play and Android auto, Qi-certified wireless charger with LED indicator, besides in-built Next Gen Suzuki Connect, with 40+ connected features.
Captivating features include panoramic sunroof, an all-new Full Digital Instrument Cluster, driver and co-driver ventilated seats, etc.
Safety features include 6 airbags (Front, Side & curtain), Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill Hold Assist, 3-point ELR seat belts (All seats)and rear disc brake standard across all variants, Hill Descent Control, Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), among others.
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