🚘 Origins & Launch Timeline
Initially unveiled as the eVX concept at Auto Expo 2023 in India, later refined at Tokyo show late 2023 .
The production version, renamed Suzuki e Vitara, debuted in Milan in November 2024 .
Made in Gujarat (Hansalpur plant), India—with production starting spring 2025 .
Scheduled sales: Bharat Mobility Expo unveil Jan 2025 → India launch Mar 2025; Europe & Japan follow mid‑2025 .
🔋 Battery, Power & Range
Built on Suzuki’s new Heartect‑e skateboard EV platform, powered by LFP (BYD FinDreams) batteries :
49 kWh pack → ~142 hp (106 kW), targeted ~400 km WLTP (~250 miles) .
61 kWh pack → ~172 hp (128 kW), targeted ~550 km in MIDC cycle .
AWD option (dual-motor) available only with 61 kWh pack—combined ~181 hp (135 kW), ~300 Nm torque, 4‑wheel‑drive Allgrip‑e system .
📏 Size & Design
Dimensions: 4,275 mm (L) × 1,800 mm (W) × 1,635 mm (H); wheelbase: 2,700 mm – spacious interior .
Ground clearance: 180 mm with weight range of 1,702–1,899 kg .
Retains blockier, muscular styling of concept with hex‑arch cladding, tri‑slash DRLs, C‑pillar mounted door handles, front-fender charging port .
🌍 Production & Collaborations
Built at Gujarat plant; about 50 % for exports to Europe & Japan, plus rebadged Toyota version (Toyota Urban Cruiser) .
Toyota joins as launch partner; started producing Toyota variant from spring 2025 .
⚠️ Current Challenges
Production cut: Q2 2025 production forecast slashed from ~26,500 to ~8,200 units due to rare‑earth component shortage (magnets) .
Maruti aims to meet full-year EV target (67,000 units) via stronger output later in FY26 .
🧭 Competitors
In India and beyond, it will face off with:
Tata Curvv EV
MG ZS EV
Hyundai Creta EV
Mahindra XUV400 / BE.05
Toyota Urban Cruiser (sibling model)
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