KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Maruti Suzuki Victoris is one of the most feature-loaded Maruti SUVs yet
- Comes with features like panoramic sunroof, Infinity Sound System, Level 2 ADAS, 10.1-inch digital cluster, powered tailgate & more
- Launch expected in the coming weeks
Maruti Suzuki recently unveiled its most advanced SUV to date, the Victoris. This new model comes packed with a plethora of features, many of which are firsts for a Maruti vehicle in the Indian market. The Victoris will be available through the brand's Arena dealership network, and pricing will be announced in the coming week. In this article, we will explore the key features of the Maruti Suzuki Victoris and compare them with rivals such as the Tata Curvv, Hyundai Creta, and other mid-size SUVs available in India. Meanwhile, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community to keep up with the latest news and automotive updates.
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Gesture-Controlled Powered Tailgate
Maruti Suzuki Victoris comes with a lot of features that are first for any Maruti car, and one among those features is the Gesture-Controlled Powered Tailgate. The brand has integrated this feature to add more convenience for the customers. The powered tailgate with gesture control operations makes boot opening easy when your hands are full with luggage or bags. The Victoris is the first Maruti vehicle to get this feature.
Variants Available: The gesture-controlled powered tailgate is available from the top-of-the-line ZXi trim onwards. The brand is yet to unveil the pricing of the Victoris.
Competitors With The Same Feature
Tata Curvv: Tata Curvv was the first mid-size SUV to feature the Gesture-Controlled Powered Tailgate. The powered tailgate in the Curvv is available in the Accomplished+ A variant priced at Rs 17.70 lakh (ex-showroom).
In the mid-size SUV segment, rivals like the Hyundai Creta, KIA Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, among others, come with a manual tailgate operation.
Level 2 ADAS
Another new feature that has made entry to Maruti's lineup with the Victoris is the Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). This model includes features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning, among others. The Level 2 ADAS greatly improves the overall safety of the vehicle and protects other road users as well.
Variants Available: The Level 2 ADAS features will be available in the top-spec ZXi+ & ZXi+(O) variants only. Customers can purchase this variant with both 1.5-litre NA petrol & strong hybrid engine options.
Competitors With The Same Feature
Hyundai Creta: Hyundai Creta is one of the most loaded mid-size SUVs in the Indian market. Starting from the SX Tech variant, the Creta offers Level 2 ADAS features. The SX Tech variant is priced at Rs 16.25 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Curvv: Another loaded SUV in the segment is the Tata Curvv, and it also comes with Level 2 ADAS features in the top-spec Accomplished+A variant priced at Rs 17.70 lakh (ex-showroom).
10.1-inch Touchscreen Infotainment With Infinity by Harman Sound
The Victoris comes with a 10.1-inch SmartPlay Pro X touchscreen infotainment display. It supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The new display features a revamped UI thats different from other Maruti cars, along with Alexa voice assistant support. To enhance the experience, the Victoris also offers an 8-speaker Infinity by Harman sound system with Dolby Atmos.
Variants Available: The 10.1-inch touchscreen will be available in the top-spec ZXi+ & ZXi+(O) variants only. The brand has not yet disclosed the pricing for these variants.
Competitors With The Same Feature
Hyundai Creta: The Hyundai Creta features a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The audio experience is enhanced by an 8-speaker BOSE sound system. This 10.25-inch screen is available starting from the SX variant.
Tata Curvv: The Tata Curvv comes with a bigger 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display with wireless connectivity. Moreover, the Curvv comes with a 9-speaker sound system in the top-spec version.
Underbody CNG Kit
The Maruti Suzuki Victoris features an innovative underbody CNG cylinder kit, which is a first for both cars and SUVs in the Indian market. This design places the CNG cylinder beneath the boot, maximizing the available space without compromising usability. However, the positioning of the CNG cylinder has raised safety concerns related to the underbody installation. Overall, this unique feature allows for a full boot space while accommodating the CNG system.
Variant Available: The underbody CNG kit is available in all the CNG variants of the Victoris. The CNG powertrain is available in 3 variants: LXi, VXi, and ZXi.
Competitors With The Same Feature
None of the mid-size SUVs in the Indian market comes with a factory-fitted CNG kit. However, Honda offers an option for retrofitment in the Elevate from the dealer level.
All-Wheel Drive
The Maruti Victoris is the second SUV in the brand's lineup to come with an all-wheel drive setup. The all-wheel drive setup in the Victoris is called AllGrip Select, which comes with different terrain Modes - Snow, Sport, Lock, and Auto.
Variants Available: The AllGrip Select AWD setup is available in the top-spec ZXi+ & ZXi+(O) variants.
Competitors With The Same Feature
None of the rivals in the segment comes with an AWD setup.
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Other Notable Features
- Ventilated Front Seats
- 360-degree Camera
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Electric Parking Brake
- 64 Colour Ambient Lighting
- Wireless Charger
- 10.1-inch Instrument Console
- Head-Up Display
| Feature | Maruti Suzuki Victoris | Tata Curvv | Hyundai Creta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gesture-Controlled Powered Tailgate | ✔ (from ZXi trim) | ✔ (Accomplished+ A) | ✖ |
| Level 2 ADAS | ✔ (ZXi+ & ZXi+(O)) | ✔ (Accomplished+ A) | ✔ (SX Tech and above) |
| 10.1-inch Touchscreen Infotainment | ✔ (ZXi+ & ZXi+(O)) | ✔ (12.3-inch, top variant) | ✔ (10.25-inch, SX and above) |
| Infinity by Harman Sound System | ✔ | ✔ (9-speaker, top variant) | ✔ (BOSE 8-speaker, SX variant) |
| Underbody CNG Kit | ✔ (LXi, VXi, ZXi CNG variants) | ✖ | ✖ |
| All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | ✔ (ZXi+ & ZXi+(O)) | ✖ | ✖ |
| Ventilated Front Seats | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (in higher variants) |
| 360-degree Camera | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ (in higher variants) |
| Panoramic Sunroof | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Electric Parking Brake | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 64 Colour Ambient Lighting | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| Wireless Charger | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 10.1-inch Instrument Console | ✔ | ✖ | 10.25-inch |
| Head-Up Display | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
Verdict
The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is one of the most feature-rich Maruti models to date. The brand has packed this mid-size SUV with a boatload of convenience and safety features, making it a strong rival for the Hyundai Creta, KIA Seltos, Tata Curvv, and other mid-size SUVs. The only puzzle left is the pricing, which is expected to be competitive enough to give established rivals a tough fight.
