Maruti Suzuki has taken its time entering the midsize SUV space, but their 2022 Grand Vitara now competes successfully against Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos.
It has excellent highway stability and reassuring braking, along with a great ride quality and the capability to quickly take corners.
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Exterior
The Grand Vitara is a mid-sized SUV available in multiple variants. Powered by a 103hp petrol mild hybrid engine and featuring both manual and automatic transmission options, its Zeta and Alpha trims boast modern amenities such as panoramic sunroof, automatic LED headlights, rear wiper and auto folding wing mirrors – as well as an infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capabilities.
The new Vitara represents a marked departure from both its third-generation Escudo/Sidekick predecessors and previous two generations, while also drawing heavily from export versions of Maruti Suzuki S-Cross for inspiration in terms of front fascia design. It features a large chrome hexagonal grille, daytime running lights and extensive body cladding – in fact it stands alone among SUVs in its class as it offers AWD with strong hybrid capability as an option.
Overall, the Grand Vitara looks fantastic and boasts an attractive cabin. It is spacious and comfortable for its class, boasting many premium features such as fuel-efficient engines with one of the highest traction control ratings. Driving this fun vehicle could finally give India’s car market something new to consider; its rivals may present formidable competition; therefore for it to achieve success they must provide competitive pricing strategies and attractive offers; otherwise this vehicle may remain on sale forevermore in India. If that occurs successfully then this vehicle will quickly become one of its class’s favorites among its segment’s buyers – once launched they will quickly become very popular among its class participants.
Interior
Maruti Suzuki’s Grand Vitara SUV is one of their top sellers, and offers reliable, elegant, and comfortable travel with impressive fuel economy ratings and outstanding dependability – perfect for long journeys!
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara comes in four trim levels – Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha. Sigma and Delta variants feature mild hybrid powertrain options; Zeta and Alpha come with stronger hybrid options. Furthermore, the Grand Vitara can be ordered either with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configuration.
Both powertrains can handle off-road driving with relative ease, and the car comes equipped with several safety features like airbags and traction control to make it an excellent option for off-road enthusiasts.
The Grand Vitara features an eye-catching dual-tone interior finish, giving its cabin an impressive premium feel. A floating touchscreen infotainment display takes center stage, with silver accents on its steering wheel, dashboard and door pads. In addition, this luxurious vehicle comes equipped with features such as panoramic sunroof, automatic climate control, wireless charging capabilities and ventilated front seats – providing passengers and cargo alike with maximum comfort during every journey.
Safety
The Grand Vitara offers numerous safety features. Airbags, anti-lock brakes (ABS), and hill descent control systems protect its driver and passengers. Furthermore, this SUV stands out as one of the best off-roaders available – capable of maneuvering difficult terrain with ease.
The Grand Vitara features an engine with powerful performance; however, its torque output doesn’t compare favorably with some competitors. Still, it can accelerate from zero to 60 miles per hour in 7.8 seconds and reach 130 miles per hour; plush suspension provides a plush ride quality, cushioning bumps over potholes for comfort to rear passengers; its lightweight steering wheel makes driving effortless.
The Grand Vitara features a head-up display which offers key information like turn-by-turn navigation, fuel economy, cruising speed, AC functions and warning messages directly in your line of sight. Other safety features include front seatbelt reminders, ISOFIX child seat mounts, day/night inside rearview mirror and high speed warning system – in higher trim levels there’s even an available rearview camera and navigation system!
Performance
Maruti Suzuki has entered the lucrative mid-size SUV segment with their Grand Vitara, taking on established players like Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Octavia and Volkswagen Taigun. Notably, Maruti has taken an unconventional approach by offering both mild hybrid and strong hybrid powertrain options – something not typically found within Maruti vehicles.
Maruti Suzuki’s new GV is powered by their 1.5 Dualjet petrol engine with either mild hybrid or strong hybrid drivetrain options, providing refined acceleration with light yet accurate transmission, precise clutch engagement and comfortable ride quality over undulations of our roads.
All variants of the GV come equipped with modern features, including cruise control, Suzuki Connect telematics, premium audio + subwoofer as well as automatic LED headlights, rear wiper and auto folding wing mirrors. In addition, Delta and Zeta variants offer CNG options – ideal for city commuters looking to reduce fuel costs.
Alpha AWD comes equipped with additional features, including a panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera and leather steering wheel. Furthermore, the Alpha AWD boasts a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system featuring SmartPlay Pro as well as Arkamys speakers and dual tone alloy wheels – the full package.
