Grand Vitara Surpasses 200,000 Sales in Record Time

New Delhi: The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara has set a remarkable record by surpassing 200,000 units in sales within just 23 months of its launch in September 2022. This achievement establishes it as the fastest mid-size SUV to hit this sales milestone, surpassing competitors such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, and MG Astor.

The Grand Vitara’s rapid rise to popularity is evident in its sales trajectory. It sold the first 100,000 units within a year, followed by another 100,000 units in just 10 months. Maruti Suzuki attributes this impressive performance to the strong demand for its hybrid and S-CNG variants, though the company did not disclose specific sales figures for these models. The Grand Vitara held a 12% market share in the mid-size SUV segment during Q1 FY25.

Priced between Rs 10.99 lakh and Rs 20.09 lakh (ex-showroom), the Grand Vitara offers diverse powertrain options. These include a 1.5-litre intelligent electric hybrid powertrain with an e-CVT, delivering a combined output of 115bhp and 122Nm of torque. Another choice is the 1.5-litre K-series dual jet, dual VVT engine with smart hybrid technology, which produces 103bhp and 137Nm of torque. The SUV also offers a CNG variant with 87bhp and 121Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. Additionally, the K-series engine comes with a four-wheel drive option (Suzuki’s All Grip technology) featuring multiple drive modes.

The Grand Vitara stands out not only for its powertrains but also for its extensive features. It boasts a 9-inch Smart Play Pro+ entertainment system, head-up display, 360-degree camera, wireless charger, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, Clarion premium sound system, and a PM 2.5 air cabin filter. Safety is prioritized with six airbags, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and the newly-introduced Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) in its strong hybrid variant.

This comprehensive package of advanced technology, safety features, and versatile powertrains has made the Grand Vitara a standout choice in the competitive mid-size SUV market.