Maruti Suzuki is set to launch a new mid-size SUV named ‘Escudo’ by this year after the launch of eVitara. This new SUV will sit between the Brezza and Grand Vitara in the lineup and will be sold via Arena dealerships. Originally planned as a 7-seater, it will now be a 5-seater with more boot space than the Grand Vitara. It will share its platform and engines with the Grand Vitara, offering options like a 1.5 L petrol, hybrid, and CNG, along with the possibility of AWD. Key features may include ADAS, 360° camera, ventilated seats, panoramic sunroof, and a 9-inch touchscreen.

Maruti eVitara

Expected Launch: September 2025

Maruti Suzuki had unveiled its first electric SUV, the e Vitara, which will be launched in September to compete with the Tata Curvv EV, Hyundai Creta Electric, MG ZS EV, and Mahindra BE 6. The e-Vitara, inspired by the 2023 eVX concept, offers two battery options: 49kWh and 61kWh, paired with front-mounted motors producing 141 bhp and 171 bhp, respectively, with a shared torque output of 192.5 Nm. Built on a skateboard platform co-developed with Toyota, it features LFP ‘blade’ cells from BYD and promises an MIDC range of over 500km with the larger 61 kWh battery pack.

The e-Vitara showcases a muscular design with a toned-down version of its concept styling, 18-inch wheels, and a range of 10 colors with dual-tone options. Its interior boasts a unique dashboard layout, featuring a 10.25-inch floating touchscreen, a 10.1-inch digital cluster, ventilated front seats, wireless charging, and Level 2 ADAS. The SUV also includes a flat-bottom steering wheel, automatic climate control, and premium upholstery. With three drive modes and safety features like 7 airbags, ADAS, the eVitara combines practicality with cutting-edge tech to redefine Maruti’s presence in the EV segment.

Toyota Urban Cruiser EV

Expected Launch: Q1 2026

Toyota’s version of Maruti Suzuki’s eVitara is expected to launch before the end of this financial year, i.e. March 2026. While Exteriors look changes is restricted towards the front fascia, alloy wheels, and the rear profile, the interiors will look exactly the same as eVitara, only change will be the logo. Toyota will offer the same battery pack options of 49 and 61 kWh giving 500+ KMs range on single charge. Features-wise, it’ll be the same too like – Ventilated Seats, Powered Driver Seat, Dual 10-inch displays, big-size single-pane sunroof, ADAS, and so on. It’ll compete with the likes of Mahindra BE 6, Tata Curvv EV, Hyundai Creta EV, and MG ZS EV.