Maruti Suzuki has started a new chapter in the Indian automobile market with its latest mid-size SUV, the Victoris. This SUV is not only a great blend of style and technology, but it also sets new standards in terms of safety, performance and fuel efficiency. Offered under Maruti Suzuki’s Arena dealership, this vehicle emerges as a premium option between the Brezza and the Grand Vitara. In this article, let us know in detail the features, design, technology, and performance of the Victoris and understand why this SUV is so special.
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Design: A confluence of modernity and power
The design of the Maruti Suzuki Victoris is a perfect blend of modernity and the strong identity of the SUV. Its exterior appearance is inspired by the Grand Vitara and Brezza, but it has incorporated many unique elements that make it stand out. At the front, it features a stylish grille with a thin chrome strip and large LED headlights, which combined with pixel-type LED DRLs provide a futuristic look. The silver skid plate and black cladding in the bumper make it look robust and attractive.
The side profile features 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, silver roof rails, and square wheel arches that add to its rugged SUV appeal. The floating roof design and black pillars make it even more stylish. At the rear, the connected LED taillights and ‘VICTORIS’ badging make it look premium and modern. It has an overall length of 4360 mm and a wheelbase of 2600 mm, making it spacious on the road and roomy in the cabin.
Interior: Premium and comfortable experience
The interior of the Victoris offers a premium and comfortable experience. The cabin uses a black and ivory dual-tone theme, soft-touch dashboard, and textured seat upholstery. Customisable ambient lighting in 64 colours gives the cabin a luxurious ambience. The 10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster and the 10.1-inch SmartPlay Pro-X touchscreen infotainment system make driving even more enjoyable.
Apart from this, it includes features like a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, 8-way power-adjustable driver seat, and wireless phone charger. The 8-speaker sound system by Infiniti, which comes with Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround sound, gives a theatre-like experience. 35+ apps with Alexa Auto Voice AI and 60+ connected car features of Suzuki Connect make it technologically advanced.
Powertrain: Combining versatility and efficiency
The Maruti Suzuki Victoris comes with multiple powertrain options, making it suitable for a wide range of buyers. These include:
- 1.5-litre petrol engine: It comes with mild-hybrid technology and produces 103 hp of power and 139 Nm of torque. It is available with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. Its mileage is 21.18 km/l (manual) and 21.06 km/l (automatic).
- 1.5-litre Strong Hybrid: It comes with an e-CVT transmission with 92 hp and 122 Nm of torque. This engine delivers a great mileage of 28.65 km/l, making it best in class.
- 1.5-litre CNG: This factory-fitted CNG variant produces 87 hp and 121 Nm of torque and comes with a 5-speed manual gearbox. Its mileage is 27.02 km/kg. It also has ample boot space thanks to the underbody twin-tank design.
Also, the AllGrip Select AWD system is available in the top-spec ZXi+ variant, which comes with Auto, Snow, Sport, and Lock drive modes. This makes it suitable for both city and off-road driving.
Safety: Leading with 5-star BNCAP rating
The Victoris has scored a 5-star rating in the India NCAP crash test, which brings it to the top in terms of safety. It comes with 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), ABS with EBD, Hill Hold Control, and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) across all variants. Also, it is Maruti’s first car to feature Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) with features like Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert.
A 360-degree HD camera, all-wheel disc brakes, and electronic parking brake with auto-hold function make it even safer. Maruti’s Arena Safety Shield and a 3 year/1,00,000 km warranty provide customers with peace of mind.
Variants and Colour Options
The Victoris is available in 6 trims: LXi, VXi, ZXi, ZXi(O), ZXi+, and ZXi+(O). It comes in 10 colour options, including 7 monotone (Arctic White, Splendid Silver, Eternal Blue, Sizzling Red, Magma Grey, Bluish Black, Mystic Green) and 3 dual-tone (Eternal Blue with Black Roof, Sizzling Red with Black Roof, Splendid Silver with Black Roof).
Competition and Positioning
The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is pitted against strong rivals like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq, and Toyota Urban Cruiser Highrider in the compact SUV segment. It is the flagship model of the Arena dealership and is expected to be slightly cheaper than the Grand Vitara. It is expected to be priced between Rs 9.50 lakh and Rs 20 lakh
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