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Maruti Suzuki India Limited, the country’s leading automobile manufacturer, has officially announced the launch pricing of its highly anticipated mid-size SUV, the Victoris. Positioned between the Brezza and Grand Vitara, the Victoris promises to blend style, technology, and performance at a competitive price point starting from approximately Rs 10.5 lakh (ex-showroom).
Key Highlights:
Pricing & Positioning: The Victoris is competitively priced starting around Rs 10.5 lakh, with top-end variants expected to reach up to Rs 20 lakh, making it accessible in the mid-size SUV segment, directly challenging rivals like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Tata Harrier.
Powertrain Options: The SUV offers versatile engine choices, including a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol, a 1.5-litre strong hybrid with an e-CVT transmission delivering a combined 116 PS, and a pioneering underbody CNG variant—the first in the segment with this innovative tank placement that frees up boot space.
Advanced Features: The Victoris is the first Maruti vehicle to be equipped with Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), including lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and emergency braking, raising the safety standards within Maruti’s portfolio.
Safety Credentials: It has secured a 5-star rating from the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP) for both adult and child occupant protection, highlighting Maruti’s focus on passenger safety.
Interior and Technology: The SUV boasts a 10.25-inch digital driver display, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Dolby Atmos surround sound by Infinity speakers, Alexa voice assistant integration, ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof, and 64-colour ambient lighting for a premium cabin ambience.
Exterior Design: Sporting a bold and modern design, the Victoris features LED headlights, connected LED taillights, aero-cut alloy wheels, and sleek LED daytime running lights, appealing to young, tech-savvy buyers.
Retail and Market Strategy: Unlike other Maruti SUVs sold through Nexa outlets, the Victoris will be retailed exclusively through Maruti’s Arena dealerships, which cover a vast network targeting first-time SUV buyers and younger demographics.
Fuel Efficiency: The hybrid variants promise best-in-class fuel efficiency, with mileage figures up to 28.65 km/l (strong hybrid) and 27 km/kg for the CNG variant, making it an economical choice amidst rising fuel concerns.
Industry and Market Impact:
The launch of the Victoris signifies Maruti Suzuki’s strategic push to deepen its hold in the competitive mid-size SUV market, a segment growing rapidly due to consumer preference shifts towards SUVs for urban and semi-urban use. By combining sophisticated technology, environmental friendliness with hybrid and CNG options, and aggressive pricing, the Victoris aims to capture a significant market share and attract both new and existing Maruti customers.
Given its feature-rich offerings at a reasonable starting price, the Victoris is positioned not only as a strong contender domestically but also as a potential export model targeting international markets where Maruti Suzuki operates.
The SUV’s debut is timely, arriving just before the festive season, which traditionally witnesses high sales volumes in the automotive sector, further bolstered by the GST rationalization benefit that the company has pledged to pass on to buyers.
In summary, Maruti Suzuki’s Victoris launch reflects an ambitious combination of innovation, safety, and affordability, embodying the next generation of SUVs designed for India’s evolving consumer landscape.
Sources: Maruti Suzuki official website, CarDekho, MoneyControl, CarWale, Autocar India (September 15, 2025)
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