Maruti Suzuki e Vitara Interior Leaked Ahead of India Launch; Shows Two-spoke Steering Wheel, Dual Screens and More

Ahead of its debut at the upcoming Bharat Mobility Expo, the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara has been spotted on Indian roads, offering a peek into its interior for the first time. The most recent leaked images reveal a premium cabin with a two-spoke steering wheel and dual integrated screens. It has a two-tone theme and a revised dashboard arrangement that adds to its new, high-end vibe. For those unaware, the e-SUV has already made its global debut and is equipped with several features ventilated front seats, automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof, a head-up display, and a wireless phone charger. However, it is still unclear right now if these features will be included in the India-spec model or not.

Maruti Suzuki e Vitara: Exterior

The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, which was initially showcased as the eVX concept, retains much of its original design, including features like squared-off wheel arches, prominent rear haunches, a sloping roofline, and sharp headlights with Y-shaped LED accents. However, the production version brings several updates, including a new bumper with aggressive lines, strong creases, and lower air intakes. Moreover, the bottom of the bumper has fog lamps. The sleek flush door handles of the eVX are now replaced with pull-style handles on the front doors, while the rear has handles fixed to the pillars.

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At the rear, the SUV's distinctive three-bar lighting arrangement is still present, while the bumper is slightly revised. Moreover, the windshield now has a centrally placed wiper complemented by a wraparound spoiler. 

Maruti Suzuki e Vitara: Powertrain

The EV is said to be based on a new skateboard platform created in partnership with Toyota. On the international market, the SUV has two battery options: a 49kWh pack for the two-wheel-drive version and a 61kWh pack that can be used with both two-wheel and four-wheel drive setups. However, details on the India-specific e-Vitara are currently unknown.

Maruti Suzuki e Vitara: Safety Suite

Maruti Suzuki is expected to equip the e Vitara with a range of advanced safety features, including an electronic parking brake with auto-hold, Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), six standard airbags, and a 360-degree camera.

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Maruti Suzuki e Vitara: Expected Price and Rivals

Maruti Suzuki’s first-ever electric car could go on sale in India following its debut at the upcoming automotive Expo at a price of approximately Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom). It will lock horns with the Tata Curvv EV, the MG ZS EV, and the upcoming Hyundai Creta EV.

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