The Electric Vitara is an electric SUV built on the HEARTECT-e platform and will come with a 4WD system and an estimated range of 500 km
In its move towards electric mobility, Suzuki recently debuted its first electric car, the e Vitara, at an international event in Milan, Italy. This marks the company’s entry into the electric vehicle (EV) market. The electric Vitara is based on the EVX concept shown at the Auto Expo 2023.
According to media reports, production of the car will begin in April or May 2025 at Suzuki’s electric vehicle manufacturing facility in Gujarat. Maruti Suzuki Electric Vitara is built on the new HEARTECT-e platform, which is specifically designed for electric vehicles (EVs). The platform is lightweight, which helps improve performance and energy efficiency.
It also has a short overhang, which creates more space inside the car. Additionally, Suzuki has increased the battery capacity by redesigning the floor to make room for the larger battery, removing parts of the bottom of the car to make room for it. The cabin will have features like dual screen, ADS, automatic climate control and 360-degree camera.
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara stands out with its electric 4WD system, called ALLGRIP-e. This system uses two separate axles at the front and rear to provide better control and handling. There’s also a Trail Mode, which helps the car tackle rough terrain by braking the rotating wheels and adjusting torque when needed.
This feature could give Maruti Suzuki an advantage in the EV market, especially for drivers who want a versatile vehicle. The electric Vitara will come with two battery options, including a 49 kWh and a 61 kWh. It is not yet clear whether both options will be offered in India or not. Although the exact range has not been confirmed, the E Vitara is expected to run around 500 km on a single full charge.
The 49 kWh battery will deliver up to 142 bhp of peak power and 189 Nm of peak torque in the 2WD variant, while the 61 kWh battery will deliver up to 172 bhp of power and up to 300 Nm of torque in the 4WD variant.
