Maruti Suzuki has officially unveiled its latest mid-size SUV, the Victoris, with an introductory price starting at Rs 10.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Positioned as a feature-rich, versatile, and safe SUV, the Victoris is designed to be the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s Arena dealership network. Customers can now book the SUV online or at any Maruti Suzuki Arena showroom across India.
Variants and Pricing
The Victoris comes in six main variants, catering to a wide range of buyers—from value-conscious customers to those seeking premium features.
Petrol Variants (Smart Hybrid)
- LXI (5MT): Rs 10.50 lakh
- VXI (5MT): Rs 11.80 lakh
- VXI (6AT): Rs 13.36 lakh
- ZXI (5MT): Rs 13.57 lakh
- ZXI (6AT): Rs 15.13 lakh
- ZXI(O) (5MT): Rs 14.08 lakh
- ZXI(O) (6AT): Rs 15.64 lakh
- ZXI+ (5MT): Rs 15.24 lakh
- ZXI+ (6AT): Rs 17.19 lakh
- ZXI+(O) (5MT): Rs 15.82 lakh
- ZXI+(O) (6AT): Rs 17.77 lakh
Strong Hybrid Variants
- VXI (e-CVT): Rs 16.38 lakh
- ZXI (e-CVT): Rs 17.80 lakh
- ZXI(O) (e-CVT): Rs 18.39 lakh
- ZXI+ (e-CVT): Rs 19.47 lakh
- ZXI+(O) (e-CVT): Rs 19.99 lakh
S-CNG Variants
- LXI (5MT): Rs 11.50 lakh
- VXI (5MT): Rs 12.80 lakh
- ZXI (5MT): Rs 14.57 lakh
AllGrip AWD Variants
- ZXI+ (6AT): Rs 18.64 lakh
- ZXI+(O) (6AT): Rs 19.22 lakh
This aggressive pricing positions the Victoris competitively against rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Honda Elevate.
Design, Features, and Powertrains
The Victoris sports a bold, muscular design with an upright stance, slim LED headlamps, and connected LED tail-lamps. Its spacious cabin and ample boot space make it ideal for families.
Engine Options:
- 1.5-litre K15C Smart Hybrid Petrol: 103 hp, 139 Nm torque, available with 5MT or 6AT, plus AllGrip AWD on select variants.
- 1.5-litre Strong Hybrid Petrol: 116 hp, paired with e-CVT, delivering an impressive 28.65 kmpl fuel efficiency.
- S-CNG: Factory-fitted underbody tank design, preserving boot space while offering cost-efficient fuel.
Features:
- 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Premium 8-speaker Dolby Atmos sound system
- Panoramic sunroof
- Ventilated front seats
- Digital instrument cluster
- 360-degree camera
Safety: Setting a New Benchmark
The Victoris is among the safest SUVs in its class, earning a 5-star safety rating in Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP crash tests. Higher-end variants come equipped with Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems), including:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Lane-keep assist
- Automatic emergency braking
- Blind-spot monitoring
Verdict
With its striking design, versatile variants, multiple powertrains, premium features, and top-tier safety, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris is set to become a strong contender in the Indian mid-size SUV segment. Coupled with strategic pricing and the wide Arena dealership network, the Victoris is poised to capture a significant share of the market.
