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Maruti Suzuki has officially unveiled its latest mid-size SUV, the Victoris, expanding the brand’s Arena portfolio. Positioned between the Brezza and Grand Vitara, the Victoris combines modern styling, advanced technology, and versatile powertrain options. The price announcement will follow soon, while bookings are already open at Arena dealerships and online.
Powertrain Options
The Victoris offers three engine choices, catering to a wide spectrum of buyers:
1. 1.5L K15C Petrol (Mild Hybrid)
- Power: 102 bhp / 139 Nm
- Transmission: 5-speed MT / 6-speed AT
- AWD option with AllGrip Select (Zxi+ trims only)
- Mileage: 21.18 kmpl (MT), 21.06 kmpl (AT), 19.07 kmpl (AWD AT)
2. 1.5L Petrol-CNG (S-CNG, Underbody Tank)
- Power: 99 bhp / 137 Nm (Petrol) | 86.5 bhp / 121.5 Nm (CNG)
- Transmission: 5-speed MT
- Mileage: 27.02 km/kg
- Underbody CNG tank preserves boot space, making it more practical than typical CNG setups.
3. 1.5L Strong Hybrid (M150 Smart Hybrid)
- Power: 91 bhp / 122 Nm + AC Motor Assist
- Transmission: e-CVT
- Drive Modes: Eco, Normal, Power
- Mileage: 28.65 kmpl (segment-leading fuel efficiency)
Exterior & Interior Design
The Maruti Suzuki Victoris carries design cues from both the Brezza and Grand Vitara but distinguishes itself with:
- A fresh fascia with a new grille and headlamp design
- Unique LED DRLs, connected LED tail lamps, and a redesigned tailgate
- 17-inch aero-cut alloy wheels with a turbine-like finish
- Dimensions: 4,360 mm (L) x 1,795 mm (W) x 1,655 mm (H) | Wheelbase: 2,600 mm
Inside, the SUV offers a premium Maruti experience with:
- 10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster (first in a Maruti)
- 10.54-inch SmartPlay Pro-X infotainment screen
- Black & Ivory dual-tone cabin with soft-touch materials
- Three-layer dashboard with 64-colour ambient lighting
- Ventilated front seats, 8-way powered driver seat, HUD, and gesture-controlled powered tailgate
- Boot space optimized, even in the CNG variant, thanks to the underfloor cylinder
Technology & Features
The Victoris is loaded with connected tech and convenience features, including:
- Infinity Harman 8-speaker setup with Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround sound
- Alexa Auto voice AI with support for 35+ apps and smart device integration
- Wireless charging pad, USB Type-C ports, and 60W fast charging dock
- 360-degree camera system, heads-up display, TPMS, and climate control with AQI display
Safety: 5-Star Bharat NCAP Rated
The Victoris has raised the bar in safety for Maruti vehicles:
- 5-Star Bharat NCAP rating
- 31.66/32 (Adult Occupant Safety)
- 43/49 (Child Occupant Safety)
- Crash Test Scores:
- Frontal Offset Test – 15.66/16
- Side Impact Test – 16/16
Standard Safety Kit
- 6 airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold
- Disc brakes on all four wheels
- Seat-belt reminders for all passengers
Level 2 ADAS Suite
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Curve Speed Reduction
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Lane Keep Assist & Lane Change Alert
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- High Beam Assist
Colours & Variants
The Victoris will be offered in 10 colour options (7 monotone, 3 dual-tone):
- Eternal Blue, Sizzling Red, Mystic Green, Bluish Black, Magma Grey, Splendid Silver, Arctic White
- Dual-Tone: Eternal Blue with Black Roof, Sizzling Red with Black Roof, Splendid Silver with Black Roof
Mileage (ARAI-Certified, Variant-Wise)
- Petrol MT (LXi/VXi/ZXi/ZXi+) – 21.18 kmpl
- Petrol AT (VXi/ZXi/ZXi+) – 21.06 kmpl
- Petrol AT AWD (Zxi+) – 19.07 kmpl
- S-CNG (Zxi/Zxi+) – 27.02 km/kg
- Strong Hybrid e-CVT (VXi/Zxi/Zxi+) – 28.65 kmpl
Final Word
With its segment-best safety scores, advanced ADAS Level 2 features, multiple powertrain choices (including a practical CNG option and highly efficient strong hybrid), and a feature-packed cabin, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris is set to challenge segment leaders like the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. Positioned as the new Arena flagship SUV, the Victoris represents a major leap in Maruti’s SUV strategy.
For more details, you can visit the official Maruti Suzuki website