KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- The Hyundai Creta offers a Panoramic Sunroof from the EX(O) variant
- Grand Vitara offers a decent set of features from the Zeta variant onwards
The Maruti Grand Vitara is a well-known SUV in the segment. It is the second most expensive offering by Maruti after Invicto. The Grand Vitara and Urban Cruiser Hyryder share their platform along with a lot of parts. This compact SUV rivals the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Honda Elevate. The Grand Vitara is available at a starting price of Rs 11.42 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs 20.68 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top end with a strong hybrid powertrain. In this article, we'll discuss about a few key features the Grand Vitara offers. However, before getting into the details. Make sure to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp community to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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1. 9-inch Infotainment
The 2025 Grand Vitara comes equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment in lower trims, while the higher trims get a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment. However, the lower variants offer wired connectivity while the higher trims get wireless connectivity.
Variants Available
The 7-inch touchscreen is available starting from the second variant, Delta. Beyond this variant, the Zeta and Alpha offer 9-inch infotainment.
Competitors With Same feature
- The Hyundai Creta offers an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system right from the EX variant, whereas it gets bigger up to 10 inches from the SX variant.
- Kia Seltos offers an 8-inch infotainment system right from the HTE(O) variant, while it becomes a 10.25-inch system from the HTX variant.
- Honda Elevate gets an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment from the V variant, whereas only the top-end trim ZX variant gets a 10.25-inch infotainment.
2. Panoramic Sunroof
One of the biggest highlights of the Grand Vitara is the Panoramic Sunroof. It adds a sense of airiness and openness in the cabin, which makes your drive pleasant. This is a premium feature that is mostly found in the higher trim of any car.
Variant Available
The Grand Vitara offers a panoramic sunroof from the Zeta(O) variant.
Competitors With Same feature
- The Hyundai Creta offers a Panoramic sunroof with EX(O) and then in all variants S(O) onwards.
- The Kia Seltos offers a Panoramic Sunroof right from the HTK (O) variant.
- On the other hand, the Honda Elevate only offers a single pane sunroof with VX and ZX variants.
3. Ventilated Seats
Ventilated seats are a very useful feature in summer. They ensure you stay cool and comfortable no matter what the weather is outside. This feature circulates the air between the seat cushions, reducing sweat and fatigue during hot summers.
Variants Available
The Maruti Grand Vitara offers ventilated driver and co-driver seats from the Zeta variant.
Competitors With the Same Feature
- The Hyundai Creta offers front row ventilated seats from the SX Premium.
- The Kia Seltos offers front row ventilated seats from the HTX(O) variant.
- Unfortunately, Honda Elevate misses out on front row ventilated seats.
4. 360-Degree camera
A 360-degree camera is a safety feature in a car that provides a bird's-eye view of the car from multiple angles. This feature helps drivers park in tight spaces and navigate easily through narrow lanes. The majority of the compact SUVs in India offer a 360-degree.
Variants Available
- The Maruti grand Vitara offers 360-degree camera in only top-end trim, Alpha variant.
Competitors with same feature
- The Hyundai Creta offers a 360-degree camera in SX(O) and SX(O) Knight trim.
- The Kia Seltos provides this feature in GTX+ trim.
- Unfortunately, the Honda Elevate does not offer a 360-degree camera, but it only offers a lane watch camera for added convenience.
5. Powered Seat Adjustments
These are the seats that can be adjusted electronically. Most cars out there get manual adjustments for the driver and co-driver, which usually requires a bit of physical effort. But these electric seats made this easier. The Maruti Grand Vitara offers 8-way powered adjustable driver seats.
Variants Available
- Maruti Grand Vitara offers 8-way powered adjustable driver seats in only the top-end trim, Alpha Variant.
Competitors with same feature
- The Hyundai Creta offers an 8-way adjustable driver seat, right from the SX Premium variant.
- Whereas the Kia Seltos offers an 8-way adjustable driver's seat from the HTX(O) variant.
- The Honda Elevate misses out on powered seat adjustments.
6. AWD System
An AWD system is a drivetrain that channels the power from the engine to all four wheels to ensure grip and traction. Unlike the 2WD cars, in which power is channelised to either the front or rear wheels. In this system, it analyses which axle needs more power and transfers accordingly.
Variants Available
The Grand Vitara offers both AWD and 2WD configurations with the Alpha variant.
Competitors with the same features
- No other compact SUV in the segment offers an AWD configuration except the Grand Vitara.
Other Notable Features:-
- Wireless Charger
- Cruise Control
- Automatic AC
- Auto Folding ORVMs
- Leatherette seats along with a leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Automatic Headlamps
Features that Grand Vitara Missed Out
- Dual zone climate control
- ADAS
- Front parking sensors
| Feature | Grand Vitara | Hyundai Creta | Kia Seltos | Honda Elevate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touchscreen Size | 7-inch (Delta), 9-inch(Zeta, Alpha) | 8-inch (EX), 10.25-inch (SX onwards) | 8-inch (HTE(O)), 10.25" (HTX onwards) | 8-inch (V), 10.25-inch(ZX only) |
| Panoramic Sunroof | From Zeta | From EX(O) / S(O) onwards | From HTK(O) | Only single-pane (VX, ZX) |
| Ventilated Front Seats | From Zeta | From SX Premium | From HTX(O) | Not available |
| 360-Degree Camera | Only in Alpha | SX(O) & SX(O) Knight | GTX+ only | Not available (only lane watch camera) |
| Powered Driver Seat | 8-way (Alpha only) | 8-way (SX Premium) | 8-way (HTX(O)) | Not available |
| Wireless Charger | Available (Zeta+) | Available (select variants) | Available (select variants) | Available (ZX) |
| Cruise Control | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Automatic AC | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Auto Folding ORVMs | Available | Available | Available | Available |
| Leatherette Seats | Available (Zeta+) | Available (higher trims) | Available (higher trims) | Available (ZX) |
| Automatic Headlamps | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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Verdict
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara stands out in its segment with a well-rounded feature list, especially from the Zeta variant onward. It offers premium features like a panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, and a 360-degree camera, matching or even surpassing some of its key rivals. The top-end Alpha variant is the most feature-rich with a powered driver seat and larger infotainment, but the Zeta trim already brings a strong value proposition.
