Maruti Suzuki’s newly launched SUV, the Maruti Victoris, has created a massive buzz in the Indian automotive market. Within just 14 days of its launch, the SUV has surpassed an impressive milestone of 25,000 bookings, a feat most other carmakers can only dream of.
Due to this overwhelming demand, customers now have to wait up to 10 weeks (around 70 days) to take delivery of their preferred Victoris variant. The SUV has been launched as a direct rival to the Hyundai Creta and comes equipped with several segment-first features. What makes it even more appealing is that the Victoris is available in petrol, hybrid, and CNG powertrain options, catering to a wide range of buyers.
The SUV is offered in six trims (LXI to ZXI+ (O)), with prices ranging from ₹10.5 lakh to ₹19.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
The success of the Maruti Victoris can be attributed to multiple key factors, starting with safety. It is one of the safest SUVs in the midsize segment, having earned a 5-star safety rating in both Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP tests.
The standard safety kit includes six airbags, a 360-degree camera, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), and ABS with EBD. The top variants also feature Level-2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) for enhanced driver safety and convenience.
Fuel efficiency is another major highlight of the Maruti Victoris. The strong-hybrid variant delivers an impressive mileage of 28.56 km/l (ARAI-certified), making it India’s most fuel-efficient car.
Even the mild-hybrid petrol variant offers excellent mileage of up to 21.18 km/l (manual transmission).
Under the hood, the Victoris shares its powertrain options with the Grand Vitara —
1.5L mild-hybrid petrol engine producing 103 bhp,
1.5L strong-hybrid engine producing 116 bhp, and
1.5L petrol-CNG engine generating 89 bhp, featuring an underbody CNG tank.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed torque converter automatic, and an eCVT gearbox.
Maruti has equipped the Victoris with a host of premium features to enhance the overall driving experience. The SUV gets a large 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Dolby Atmos audio, a Head-Up Display (HUD), and a 10.25-inch digital driver display.
For comfort, it offers leatherette seats, an auto-dimming IRVM, and cruise control. To ensure clean cabin air, it includes PM 2.5 and pollen air filters. Connectivity options include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
For customers who prefer not to purchase the vehicle outright, Maruti has introduced a monthly subscription plan for the Victoris. The plan starts at ₹27,707 per month, inclusive of vehicle cost, registration, insurance, maintenance, and roadside assistance.
This all-inclusive scheme provides a hassle-free ownership experience for those seeking flexibility and convenience.
With its top-tier safety, hybrid efficiency, rich feature set, and multiple powertrain choices, the Maruti Victoris is setting new benchmarks in the mid-size SUV category. Its tremendous response within just two weeks of launch proves its growing popularity and strong positioning against rivals like the Hyundai Creta.