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Maruti Suzuki Sets January Launch for e‑Vitara EV, Bookings This Month

The 5‑star‑rated SUV brings Level 2 ADAS, two LFP battery choices, plus a fast‑growing charging ecosystem.

Overview

  • Retail sales are slated for January 2026 via Nexa showrooms, with reservations to open later in December.
  • Maruti cites a certified 543 km range, offering 48.8 kWh and 61–61.1 kWh LFP packs with 144 PS or 174 PS outputs and 0–80% DC fast charging in about 50 minutes.
  • The e‑Vitara earned a 5‑star Bharat NCAP score, billed as the first electric SUV in India to achieve it, and features seven airbags plus a Level 2 ADAS suite.
  • The company reports 2,000 charging points across 1,100+ cities, partnerships with 13 charge‑point operators, a goal of 100,000 public chargers by 2030, a highway plan targeting 5–10 km spacing, and an 'e for me' app for unified access and payments.
  • Prices will be announced closer to launch, with media expecting a starting tag slightly above Rs 17 lakh ex‑showroom; Battery‑as‑a‑Service and assured buyback aim to lower upfront costs as exports ramp from Gujarat to multiple European markets.