KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Maruti e-Vitara tested for its saftey by Bharat NCAP
- Achieves a perfect 5-star rating
- Launch expected in 2026
Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara, the first electric car by India's largest automaker, has scored a perfect 5-star safety rating at the Bharat NCAP crash test. This BEV is scheduled to launch in 2026 and will be manufactured at the Suzuki Hansalpur, Ahmedabad plant, and will be exported to European nations as well as Japan. More details about this crash test below; in the meantime, do join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Crash Test Ratings
The scores are given on two parameters - Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and Child Occupant Protection (COP). In the former, the e-Vitara bagged 31.49/32.00, and 43.00/49.00 in the latter. This SUV is also equipped with ADAS Level 2 and 7 airbags, so from a safety perspective, one can be confident about this upcoming car. To add more, this vehicle has also been tested by Euro NCAP, and there it scored 4 stars, which also gives extra assurance about its safety
Dimensions
| Dimensions | Maruti e Vitara |
| Length | 4,275 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 180 mm |
| Boot Space | 238 L |
Battery Details
This BEV will be launched with 2 battery options, and the maximum range on the 61 kWh will be 543 km, and this will be more than enough to do a Delhi-Chandigarh-Delhi trip, says Maruti. Now, let's see when this car launches and when more details about it are out.
| Battery Pack | 49 kWh | 61 kWh |
| Power | 144 PS | 174 PS |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Gearbox | Single speed electric drive | Single speed electric drive |
Verdict
Overall, the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara shapes up as a promising start to the brand's EV journey, offering practical range, solid safety ratings and a straightforward feature list. While it may not introduce anything radically new, its balanced package and Maruti's wide reach could make it a strong, dependable option once it finally goes on sale.
