Discover the real Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara 2025 experience from range to comfort Find out hidden flaws, software quirks and why it may not be the perfect family EV you expect.
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News summary created by AI · Reviewed by Daily Axle
So I finally got my hands on the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara last week It was exciting and kind of familiar at the same time Sitting behind the wheel I felt this mix of new car thrill and old comfort First impression Not bad Not mind-blowing either.
Exterior Design, Colors and Visual Changes
The outside looks like a regular compact SUV familiar lines sharp edges The grille has a slightly futuristic touch and those LED lights are kind of flashy Oh and the blue trims scream electric but not too loud Colors are basic black white silver and one or two blues I remember talking to a guy at the Pune dealer He was worried if the blue paint would fade Fast question I thought
Back in 2019 I tested the Vitara Brezza facelift The mirrors shook at highway speed I was curious if this e-Vitara fixed that The mirrors are steady now Small improvement but feels good.
File Photo: Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara exterior design showing LED lights and sleek SUV profile
Powertrain, Range and Real-World Performance
Company says around 500 km range But highway drive from Mumbai to Pune gave me 370 before battery warning flashed Maruti has improved battery but dont expect Tesla style range Power is smooth Torque hits instantly in city Zero to sixty feels okay Not a sports car but fine for family runs.
Took it to Lonavala hills Regen braking works but sometimes it jerks Abrupt in stop go traffic Reminds me of 2022 Hyundai EV test Almost spilled my coffee Suzuki seems better but still needs work.
Safety Features, Platform and Driving Dynamics
Safety features seem fine ABS airbags ESP Ride is stable Steering feels light above 80 kmph Slightly stiff platform Potholes are felt more than I expected Battery weight maybe reason Small tradeoff for safety I guess.
Cabin, Comfort and Tech Inside Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara
Inside is spacious seats are comfortable lumbar support is okay not too firm Infotainment screen feels quick There is this smart EV mode Supposed to save battery But in city traffic I didnt feel much difference Sometimes tech is more for show than real use.
Funny story I was in Delhi demo The screen froze for 10 seconds Switching modes Dealer blamed network But I think firmware was old Shows EV software can be tricky. File Photo: Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara dashboard highlighting smart EV mode and driver display
Variants, Expected Price and Launch Timeline in India
Pricing around 18 to 22 lakh depending on trim Seems a bit high India loves affordable EVs Waiting for Q1 2026 Launch dealers taking tentative bookings Wait time could be long Experienced this with Nexon EV back in 2022.
Rivals, Market Competition and Brand Strategy
Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara enters a crowded EV space Tata Nexon EV MG ZS EV Hyundai Kona all around Suzuki advantage brand trust service network But if you want software polish or big range Rivals better They play it safe not flashy.
Verdict Should You Wait for Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara or Go For Alternatives
My take If you want hassle free brand loyalty Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara works But range anxiety braking quirks software polish Consider other options Test drive first Many buyers skip that and regret Overall good attempt by Suzuki Not a game changer yet.Driving it was fun Noted the little bugs laughed at software freezes Clear picture Suzuki is trying Getting there Patience and realistic expectations key.
