Electric vehicle demand is rising rapidly in India, and Maruti Suzuki has officially entered the mass-market EV space with the launch of the Maruti e Vitara. The electric SUV is priced at an introductory ₹10.99 lakh under the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model, with an additional battery rental cost of ₹3.99 per kilometer. The company calls it a significant milestone in India’s electric mobility journey.

What is the BaaS Model?

Under the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model, customers do not pay for the battery upfront. Instead, the vehicle is priced separately while the battery cost is charged on a per-kilometer usage basis. This lowers the initial purchase price, making EV ownership more affordable.

The e Vitara was first showcased at the Bharat Mobility Auto Expo 2025. Maruti Suzuki will manufacture the SUV in India and export it to over 200 countries. The model has already been introduced in select international markets, and Indian customers had been eagerly awaiting its official pricing.

Booking and Test Drive Details

Customers can visit NEXA showrooms or book online through the official NEXA website. The initial booking amount is ₹21,000.

Maruti Suzuki promises:

• A simplified ownership experience

• Reliable charging solutions

• Long warranty coverage

• Optional home charger installation

Note that the introductory BaaS price excludes road tax, insurance, and other government charges.

Design and Dimensions

The e Vitara features a clean, modern design with a strong road presence. It measures:

• Length: 4,275mm

• Width: 1,800mm

• Height: 1,640mm

• Wheelbase: 2,700mm

Positioned in the compact SUV segment, it offers generous cabin space. In India, it will compete with models like the Hyundai Creta EV and Tata Curvv EV. The MG Windsor EV, currently one of India’s best-selling electric cars due to its BaaS offering, is expected to face stiff competition from the new e Vitara.

Premium and Tech-Loaded Interior

The cabin of the e Vitara is among the most premium seen in a Maruti Suzuki vehicle. Key highlights include:

• 10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster

• 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system

• Soft-touch materials with dual-tone theme

• Multi-color ambient lighting

• Ventilated front seats

• 10-way electrically adjustable driver seat

• 40:20:40 split rear seats (sliding, reclining, foldable)

• Fixed glass sunroof

• Harman-tuned sound system

Battery, Motor, and Range

The e Vitara comes with a 3-in-1 electric drive system integrating the motor, inverter, and transmission for improved efficiency and reduced weight.

Two battery options are available:

49kWh Battery Pack

• Front-wheel drive

• 144hp power

• 189Nm torque

61kWh Battery Pack

• Front-wheel drive

• 174hp power

An all-wheel-drive variant is available in select overseas markets, featuring an additional rear motor producing 65hp, delivering a combined output of 184hp and 300Nm of torque.

The top variant offers a claimed driving range of over 543km, making it one of the longest-range EVs in its segment.

Safety and Advanced Features

Safety is a major focus for the e Vitara. The SUV uses over 50% high-tensile steel in its body construction and includes a dedicated battery protection system.

Standard safety features include:

• Seven airbags

• Disc brakes on all four wheels

• Electronic parking brake

• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

• e-Call emergency system

It also offers Level-2 ADAS features such as:

• Adaptive cruise control

• Lane-keeping assist

• Automatic emergency braking

With strong pricing under the BaaS model, modern design, long range, and advanced safety features, the Maruti e Vitara is poised to intensify competition in India’s growing electric SUV segment.