7 Maruti Suzuki cars to be launched in next 2 years

Maruti Suzuki will debut in several new segments in the coming years, with its upcoming models including compact MPVs, electric SUVs, 7-seater SUVs, etc.

Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL), India’s largest and leading carmaker, has been aggressive in introducing new models and updating existing models in its product line-up. The Japanese carmaker is developing a number of new products for the Indian market, which will mark its entry into some new territories. In this article, we take a look at the Maruti cars that will be launched in India in the next two years.

1. Maruti Suzuki and Vitara

e Vitara is scheduled to be officially launched in the Indian market on January 17 at the Bharat Mobile Expo 2025. Maruti Suzuki’s first electric car was recently teased and it will be manufactured at Suzuki’s plant in Gujarat. This electric SUV, internally codenamed YY8, has a length of 4,275 mm and a wheelbase of 2,700 mm.

Based on the newly born electric skateboard platform Heartect-e (codename: 40PL), e Vitara will provide two battery pack options, namely 49kWh and 61kWh units, with output power up to 184 bhp and 300 bhp peak torque Nm respectively for AWD models.

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2. 7-seater SUV based on Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

The new Maruti Suzuki 7-seater SUV based on the Grand Vitara is under development and is likely to be launched in India next year. This three-row SUV, internally codenamed Y17, will be built on Suzuki’s Global C platform and share its powertrain with the current Grand Vitara 5-seat model.

We expect the upcoming 7-seater SUV to increase in size to accommodate an extra pair of seats, and the wheelbase may also be longer. The 7-seat SUV based on the Grand Vitara will inherit the existing 1.5-liter K15C mild hybrid petrol engine and 1.5-liter 3-cylinder strong hybrid engine.

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3. Maruti Suzuki YDB compact MPV

Maruti is developing a new compact MPV for the Indian market, which will be launched in 2026. Codenamed YDB, this new MPV is positioned lower than the Ertiga and may be based on the Suzuki Spacia sold in the international market.

The 7-seater MPV is slightly less than 4 meters in length and will rival models such as the Renault Triber in the domestic market. It will be sold through the brand’s Nexa dealership chain. Under the hood, the MPV is expected to use the 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z-series petrol engine that debuted in the new-generation Swift.

4. New generation Maruti Suzuki Baleno

The current Baleno has been on the market for a long time and received a mid-cycle refresh in 2022. A new generation of premium hatchback models are already under development and are expected to go on sale around 2026.

The new model may use the new HEV series hybrid powertrain, with fuel efficiency exceeding 30 km/liter. It will be one of the first models in the brand’s lineup to use the upcoming range’s hybrid powertrain. We expect new platforms, updated designs, and expanded functionality to be part of the package.

5. Maruti Suzuki Fronx facelift

Fronx Facelift, internally codenamed YTB, is expected to be launched in the Indian market next year (i.e. 2025). This crossover SUV was launched in 2023 and has performed quite well in sales. Apart from the new design and updated features, the highlight of the updated Fronx will be Maruti Suzuki’s new HEV range hybrid powertrain technology, which will make its debut on the facelifted model.

6. Maruti Suzuki Electric MPV

Maruti Suzuki is developing a new electric MPV for the Indian market and if all goes well, we expect it to be launched in 2026. The electric MPV, internally codenamed YMC, will share its underpinnings with the e Vitara and will also have a Toyota derivative later.

While more details about the project are unclear, the 7-seater MPV may also share its powertrain with the e Vitara. The company estimates the MPV’s annual sales potential is about 50,000 to 100,000 units.

7. Electric cars based on Maruti Suzuki eWX

Suzuki showcased the eWX concept car at the 2023 Tokyo Motor Show. In India, Maruti Suzuki will launch a new small electric car based on the eWX. The design patent for eWX has been applied for in India in the first half of 2024. The electric hatchback is expected to be launched in 2026-2027 and will be the Japanese carmaker’s entry-level electric car in the Indian market.

Some reports also suggest it could be an electric derivative of the Wagon-R. While details of the project have yet to be announced, eWX-based electric vehicles are expected to have a range of approximately 250 kilometers on a single charge.