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Maruti Suzuki Sets January e‑VITARA Test Drives, Maps Localisation and Ecosystem Push

Maruti is pairing the launch with ecosystem investments to build buyer confidence.

Overview

  • Customer test drives will begin in early January 2026 before bookings open, with pricing promised to meet expectations.
  • The e‑VITARA is slated to be available at about 500 Nexa showrooms by January as dealer dispatches ramp up.
  • Maruti confirmed a phased plan to localise batteries and other key EV components over the next few years to improve affordability.
  • The company reports about 2,000 charging points, 1,500 EV‑ready workshops and an ‘e for me’ app integrating 13 charge‑point operators, with a goal of ~100,000 public chargers by 2030.
  • Exports have reached roughly 10,000 units to multiple markets, and Maruti projects greener vehicles to account for about 45% of India sales by FY27 after investing roughly Rs 250 crore in charging and service infrastructure.