Maruti Grand Vitara gets more affordable strong-hybrid and new AWD AT variants



Maruti Grand Vitara gets more affordable strong-hybrid and new AWD AT variants

Shortly after Toyota updated the Urban Cruiser Hyryder with new features and a new variant, Maruti Suzuki has also rolled out similar updates for the Grand Vitara SUV. For 2025, the Maruti Grand Vitara has been updated with a new strong hybrid variant, more features across the board, 6 airbags as standard and an automatic transmission option for the AWD variants. Prices for the 2025 Grand Vitara start from Rs 11.42 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

  1. Grand Vitara now gets 6 airbags as standard
  2. Panoramic sunroof now comes as optional extra on mid and top trims
  3. Strong hybrid powertrain made more accessible with new Delta+ trim

2025 Maruti Grand Vitara variant rejig

Strong-hybrid powertrain made more accessible

Maruti has introduced a new Delta+ trim for the strong hybrid powertrain, making it a little more accessible than before. Previously, it was only offered on the top-spec Zeta+ and Alpha+ trims, with prices starting from Rs 18.58 lakh (ex-showroom). The new Delta+ strong hybrid variant brings that entry price to Rs 16.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

Additionally, the 5-speed manual gearbox on the 1.5-litre petrol-AWD variant has been replaced with a new 6-speed automatic gearbox.

Maruti Suzuki has also made the panoramic sunroof an optional extra for Rs 60,000 on the Zeta, Alpha, Zeta+ and Alpha+ trims. The panoramic sunroof was previously offered as standard fit on the Alpha, Zeta+ and Alpha+ trims.

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara new features

Safety update

Maruti Suzuki is also offering 6 airbags as standard on the updated Grand Vitara. Previously, the base Sigma and Delta trims came with 2 airbags. Other standard safety features on the Grand Vitara include ESP, hill hold assist, ABS and EBD, 3-point seatbelt for all passengers and ISOFIX mounts.  

More convenience features added

Maruti Suzuki has also added a few comfort and convenience features to the Grand Vitara, but hasn’t specified which trims these come in from. This includes a new 8-way powered function for the driver’s seat, an electronic parking brake for the automatic variants, air purifier with PM 2.5 display, new LED cabin lamps and rear window sunshades as well. Maruti has also updated the design of the 17-inch alloy wheels.

Other features on the Grand Vitara include a 9-inch infotainment touchscreen, wireless charging and phone connectivity, head up display, 360-deg camera, and ventilated front seats.

Maruti Grand Vitara powertrain and specs

The 2025 Grand Vitara continues with two engine options – there’s a 103hp, 137Nm, 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine that comes coupled to either a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic gearbox. As already mentioned, this engine also gets an all-wheel drive configuration with the 6AT gearbox. There’s also 116hp, 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder petrol-strong hybrid powertrain that comes coupled to an e-CVT transmission.

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