The two new EV SUVs will be production versions of the 5-door Jimny and the Baleno-based SUV-coupe. Maruti will also take the wraps off an all-new EV SUV concept, which will spawn a Creta-sized all-electric SUV and go on sale by 2025.
- Baleno-based Coupe SUV, Jimny 5-door confirmed by MD
- Both models will go on sale in 2023
- Maruti’s first EV SUV to be built in Gujarat
Hisashi Takeuchi, MD of Maruti Suzuki says his vision is “to give joy of mobility to as many people as possible in India”, and the company, on its part, is working towards building a portfolio that meets different needs of Indian buyers. Takeuchi says he understands that there are “some holes” in the company’s portfolio, and that they are trying “to restore it” with Suzuki Motor Corporation’s support.
“We can strengthen our line-up. In the long run, we will come back to the position that we were. This year, we introduced vehicles for the Indian roads like the Baleno, new Brezza and Grand Vitara. It is an answer to those questions. We are on the way and we have more to come in the future. In January at the Motor Show, we will be showcasing two new SUV models,” he added.
These two vehicles are likely to bring in an incremental volume of over 2.5 to 3 lakh vehicles in 2023-2024, say people in the know. Due to lack of SUV options, Maruti Suzuki’s market share had slipped over 500 to 800 basis points to about 41-42 percent. However, with the entry into mid-size SUV with the Grand Vitara and the launch of the all new Brezza, the company has improved its SUV market share.
