Tag: Family SUV

The car scene in India is about to see a big increase in the popular middle-sized SUV group with the coming of the Maruti Grand Vitara 7-Seater. Building on the success of the current 5-seater Grand Vitara, Maruti Suzuki is ready to bring out a roomier and more useful version. This new one is aimed right at families and buyers wanting the usefulness of three rows of seats without losing modern features and good fuel use. Expected to arrive on Indian roads in the second half of 2025, this new SUV is creating a lot of excitement, especially because it’s rumored to have Smart Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ability, and Hybrid engine choices.

Making the Grand Vitara Story Bigger

The current 5-seater Maruti Grand Vitara has made a name for itself in the busy small SUV market. People know it for its good hybrid tech, comfy ride, and lots of features. Bringing out a 7-seater version is a smart move by Maruti Suzuki to use this success and meet the growing need for bigger SUVs. This new model will fit above the current Grand Vitara and below the Invicto in Maruti’s Nexa lineup. It wants to compete with well-known cars like the Hyundai Alcazar, Mahindra XUV700, Tata Safari, and MG Hector Plus.

Design Changes: More Room, Looks Familiar

While the 7-seater Grand Vitara will use the same base and some of the same looks as its 5-seater version, it’s expected to have different style details to set it apart. Photos taken secretly and computer-made pictures suggest a longer distance between the front and back wheels and a longer back part to fit the third row of seats. The front look might have changes, maybe taking ideas from the recently shown Maruti e-Vitara. It might have a new front grill design and maybe different headlights with built-in LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs).

The side view will probably look mostly the same, but with new designs for the wheels to give it a fresh look. The back will likely have more changes, maybe with connected LED back lights, a changed back door, and a new back bumper. While the overall shape might not be very different, these small but important changes will give the 7-seater Grand Vitara its own look and make it seem more important on the road.

Inside and Features: Nice Comfort and Convenience

Inside, the 7-seater Grand Vitara is likely to feel nicer and have more room. The biggest new thing will be the third row of seats, making it a real 7-seater SUV. It might also have a 6-seater option with comfy seats in the second row.

The dashboard design might have some changes, maybe with a bigger touch screen for entertainment and a mix of digital and regular dials for a more modern look. Features like seats that blow cool air in the front, a display on the windshield, a 360-degree camera, wireless phone charging, and a good sound system are likely to be included and maybe made even better. Having air vents in the back and special storage for people in the third row will make it more useful and comfortable for everyone. A glass roof that opens is also likely to be offered in the better versions, making it feel more open and fancy.

Engine Choices: Using Hybrid and All-Wheel Drive

One of the most exciting things about the Maruti Grand Vitara 7-Seater is that it’s expected to have both mild-hybrid and strong-hybrid engine choices, just like the 5-seater model.

• 1.5L Mild-Hybrid Petrol: This engine, likely the well-known K15C, will offer a good mix of power and saving fuel. It’s expected to be available with both 2WD (Two-Wheel Drive) and AWD (All-Wheel Drive) options, fitting different driving needs and situations. Gearbox choices will likely include a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic.
• 1.5L Strong-Hybrid Petrol: This engine, with a 3-cylinder petrol engine that works in a special way with an electric motor, is known for using very little fuel and giving a smooth driving experience. It’s expected to be offered with a 2WD system and a special automatic gearbox (e-CVT).

Having an AWD system with the mild-hybrid engine would make it stand out in its group, offering better grip and stability, especially on rough roads or in bad weather.

Smart Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS): Making Driving Safer

Seeing test cars with a radar device has strongly suggested that the upcoming 7-seater Grand Vitara will have a set of Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) features. This would be a first for a Maruti Suzuki car in India and would make the SUV much safer. Expected ADAS features might include:

• Automatic speed control that adjusts to traffic
• Warning if you start to leave your lane
• Help to stay in your lane
• Warning before a crash
• Automatic braking in an emergency
• Automatic switching between high and low beam headlights

Besides ADAS, the 7-seater Grand Vitara is also expected to have standard safety features like six airbags, ABS brakes with EBD, a 360-degree camera, and parking sensors in the back, making sure it has a full safety package for the people inside.

Expected Arrival and Price

While the official arrival date hasn’t been announced yet, the Maruti Grand Vitara 7-Seater is widely expected to come to India in the second half of 2025, maybe around the Diwali holiday time (October-November). It will likely be made at Maruti Suzuki’s new factory in Kharkhoda, Haryana.

Because it’s bigger, has more features, and might have AWD and ADAS, the 7-seater Grand Vitara will be priced higher than the current 5-seater model. Expected price ranges vary, but it’s likely to be priced between ₹15 lakh and ₹25 lakh (without taxes), putting it right in competition with its main rivals.

Conclusion: A Promising New Choice in the 7-Seater SUV Group

The upcoming Maruti Grand Vitara 7-Seater SUV looks like it will be a strong new option in the busy 7-seater middle-sized SUV group. With its roomy inside, possible smart features like ADAS and AWD, and the proven good fuel use of its hybrid engines, it has the chance to attract many different buyers. As the arrival gets closer, we’ll learn more details, but there’s already a lot of excitement about this new Maruti Suzuki car, showing a big step forward for the company in meeting the changing needs of Indian families.