The Suzuki Vitara was first launched back in 2007 as a full-sized SUV with a 2.0 L petrol engine, later it was upgraded with a 2.4 L engine in 2009 for better performance. The legacy of this legendary car is now been continued by the name of Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara.
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara offers a variety of technologies and options for every car enthusiast. The car comes with a Smart Hybrid Technology and a Hybrid Technology (also known as Strong Hybrid) each serving different needs. There is a huge difference between both of them. All the variants of Grand Vitara are equipped with Smart Hybrid technology (excluding CNG variants), while the top-tier Zeta+ & Alpha+ variants comes with the advanced Hybrid technology. We will explore Hybrid technology in greater detail in an upcoming blog.
Hybrid technology has taken the automotive world to another level, promising a better fuel efficiency, greener environment and a smoother drive with a powerful performance. Maruti Suzuki has introduced this innovation in their Grand Vitara, Invicto, offering car enthusiasts an eco-friendly option in SUV segment without compromising in performance. But with a higher price tag, many wonder: is it really worth to buy? Here in this blog we’ll explore, whether the Grand Vitara’s Hybrid (or Strong Hybrid) technology is truly worth the investment?
1. Now let’s First Understand Maruti Suzuki’s Grand Vitara Hybrid Technology:
Strong Hybrid Technology:
The Strong Hybrid technology works on a combination of an electric motor and internal combustion engine. The technology ensures to deliver a smooth and responsive torque of 141 Nm and a combined power of 85 kW(115.56 PS). Although the Hybrid technology in Grand Vitara is powered by a 3-cyclinder engine, the additional battery setup ensures a consistently powerful performance. The battery assists the engine, providing an extra boost when needed, making sure that the vehicle delivers the best power in every road condition.
Transmission:
Also looking at the transmission in this particular vehicle, Maruti Suzuki has done an excellent work here by providing the e-CVT technology which provides a smooth acceleration, precise control and better fuel efficiency in stop-and-go city traffic. The e-CVT also reduces engine noise, making a quieter and more refined ride.
2. Benefits of Buying Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Hybrid:
Fuel Economy:
The Grand Vitara Hybrid boasts one of the best fuel economy in its segment, achieving a mileage of 27.97 kmpl in the Strong Hybrid version, which is almost the double of its competition models like Creta and Seltos. The car delivers an unbelievable range of 1200+kms on a single tank of fuel, this is what every buyer should note that when you buy a car, it’s essential not to only focus on flashy features offered by every brand nowadays, mileage is the key factor that also deserves attention when. With the Grand Vitara, you get the perfect combination of performance, mileage and fancy features that truly makes a difference.
Maintenance:
Maintenance in automobiles is just essential as any other aspect. Many times the buyers have questions like,
What if the Hybrid battery stopped working?
Do we have to charge the additional battery externally?
The answer to this is,
The hybrid technology which comes with an additional battery set-up comes with a warranty of 8 years/ 160,000kms (whichever is earlier). The battery has a self-charging system which is automatically charged when the engine runs through the acceleration, also the regenerative braking ensures that the energy lost under braking is channelized back to the battery pack. So you don’t need to charge the battery through any external plugin.
3. Is Grand Vitara Hybrid Worth the Price ?
Now looking at the most important factor, pricing of the Strong Hybrid Grand Vitara. The vehicle comes with only 2 variants in Hybrid version which are Zeta+ & Alpha+ and has an impressive price range of 21.35 lakhs and 23.11 lakhs (on-road, Ahmedabad) respectively.
When comparing the Grand Vitara with other popular models likes Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, it’s clear that they fall in the similar price range. While the Creta and Seltos focus on styling and performance, Grand Vitara offers a unique blend of performance, fuel economy and advanced features.
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Conclusion:
For buyers, who are considering a more cost-effective, fuel-efficient, and performance oriented car, Grand Vitara Hybrid variant’s stand out. The Grand Vitara’s Hybrid technology may lead to greater long-term savings on fuel and a better re-sale value due to its hybrid appeal.
