Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha: Things To Know
New Delhi: Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara prices will be revealed in September 2022. Although according to the leaked price list, the new Maruti SUV is likely to be priced between Rs. 9.5-18 lakh, ex-showroom.
At this price, the Grand Vitara undercuts all its rivals. It will be sold through premium dealers Maruti Nexa along with Maruti Suzuki XL6, S-Cross and Ciaz etc.
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara will be sold in 6 variants – Sigma, Delta, Zeta, Alpha, Zeta+ and Alpha+ and with two powertrain combinations – “Smart Hybrid” (or mild hybrid) and “Intelligent Electric Hybrid” or (strong hybrid). .
Engine Model Transmission Key Features Mileage
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha Variant 1.5L, Smart Hybrid, 100 PS/136.8Nm 5MT with AllGrip/6AT 20.58 (AT), 19.38 (AllGrip MT) AllGrip AWD Technology, 360 Degree Camera, Leather Seats and Hill Descent Control
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha – AllGrip AWD Engine and Technology
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha variant will be the most sought after model! It is the only variant in the lineup that gets Suzuki's All-Grip AWD mechanism.
Suzuki AllGrip offers the driver control over the system using 4 modes - Auto, Snow, Sport and Lock. It is controlled using a rotary knob. When Auto mode is selected and the system detects wheel slip, it sends power to the rear wheels and corrects them via the electronic clutch.
The Alpha trim is powered by a 1.5-litre hybrid petrol engine called the 'Smart Hybrid' which delivers a maximum power of 100bhp and a maximum torque of 136.8Nm. It is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission. Suzuki AllGrip AWD technology is only offered with a manual transmission.
The Grand Vitara is offered with a mild hybrid drive and a strong hybrid drive. The 'Alpha' variant is the top trim in the mild hybrid powertrain category. Above the Alpha variant, the Zeta+ and Alpha+ are only offered with a powerful hybrid.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha – Features vs Zeta
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha variant, which is the top trim for the 'Smart Hybrid' powertrain, gets a host of features, including a segment-first all-wheel drive feature.
In addition to the features already offered in the lower variants, it will also get a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, automatic day/night IRVM and leather seats. You can check the Zeta and Delta features here.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha – Safety
In terms of safety, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha gets 6 airbags, a 360-degree camera, hill descent control (only with AllGrip), ESP and hill assist. There are also three-point seat belts for all passengers, front seat belt pre-tensioners with force limiters, ISOFIX child seat mounts, day and night IRVM and a seat belt reminder.
Grand Vitara Alpha specifications
- Length 4345 mm
- Width 1795 mm
- Height 1645 mm
- Wheelbase 2600 mm
- Ground clearance 210 mm
- Luggage space 310 liters
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