The Grand Vitara CNG will be mechanically identical to the Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG.

Maruti Suzuki is said to be planning to launch CNG variants of the Grand Vitara in December 2022. The prices for the mid-size SUV will be announced after the launch of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG.

The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNG will be powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine. The same engine powers the recently launched XL6 CNG. It puts out 87 BHP when running on CNG and like the Hyryder, it could be offered with a 5-speed manual transmission.

The Grand Vitara CNG will be mechanically identical to the Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG and therefore, we can expect a similar fuel efficiency figure of 26.10 km/kg.

Toyota announced the launch of the Glanza CNG and Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG recently. While dealerships have started taking bookings, the carmaker is yet to reveal the pricing for the latter.

Source: Autocar India

At 1,295 kg kerb weight, the Grand Vitara has a power-to-weight ratio of just 88 BHP / ton which is rather unimpressive compared to what's available elsewhere in the segment. However, Maruti is focused firmly on efficiency, not outright performance.

Maruti Grand Vitara Pros

• A competent hybrid car for the mass market
• 20+ kmpl FE in city driving conditions makes the Grand Vitara cheaper to run than a diesel!
• Lower emissions will appeal to environmentally-conscious buyers. And those who aren’t ready for an EV yet
• Toyota’s reliability & expertise in hybrid systems is very reassuring in the Maruti
• Seamless Hybrid system that makes driving a breeze. A car you will enjoy driving in traffic
• Maruti's AllGrip system provides impressive soft-roading capabilities. Only AWD in the segment
• Compliant ride quality coupled with balanced driving dynamics
• Well-equipped with features such as driving modes, panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, ventilated seats, wireless smartphone charging, connected car features, wireless Android Auto + Apple Carplay and more
• Maruti’s excellent after-sales service, wide dealer network & fuss-free ownership experiences
• Does most things well, but doesn’t excel in any particular area (other than fuel economy)

Maruti Grand Vitara Cons

• Practicality is compromised due to reduced boot space in the full-hybrid variant
• Interior quality and fit & finish are underwhelming at this price point
• AllGrip AWD is only available in a single MT trim. Missed opportunity to market a USP
• Interior is narrow and doesn't feel as roomy as some competitors. Rear seat is best for 2 adults
• Lacks the outright performance of the competition. Runs out of steam above 110 kmph
• Not as engaging to drive as the German competitors, or the Creta / Seltos turbo-petrols
• NVH levels from the drivetrain are surprisingly poor for a hybrid. Sounds from the 3-cylinder engine, electric motor and brake vacuum pump filter into the cabin
• The Honda City’s Hybrid system is smoother, more sophisticated & more refined
• Missing features such as rain-sensing wipers, premium audio + subwoofer, electric seats, electric parking brake, LED interior lighting, etc.
• Does most things well, but doesn’t excel in any particular area (other than fuel economy)

Read Team-BHP's detailed Maruti Grand Vitara Review.

Interestingly, 54% (over 7,000 bookings) are for the strong-hybrid variants.

Maruti Suzuki has received over 13,000 bookings for the Grand Vitara since July 11, 2022. Interestingly, 54% (over 7,000 bookings) are for the strong-hybrid variants.

The Grand Vitara is available in six trims, which include two strong-hybrid variants: Zeta+ and Alpha+. Reports suggest that the SUV will be launched in September 2022.

The strong-hybrid version of the Grand Vitara uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 115 BHP and 122 Nm and an electric motor with an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm. This powertrain comes with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

The Grand Vitara is also offered with a more familiar 1.5-litre mild-hybrid powertrain. It makes 103 BHP and 137 Nm and is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The mild-hybrid version also gets an optional all-wheel drive.

Source: Autocar Professional

The Grand Vitara launch will be preceeded by the price announcement of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder.

Maruti Suzuki has announced that the Grand Vitara will be launched in the Indian market in September.

The Maruti Grand Vitara was unveiled earlier this week. However, dealerships have been accepting bookings since July 11. The SUV is available in six variants: Sigma, Delta, Zeta, Alpha, Zeta+ and Alpha+.

The Grand Vitara shares its underpinnings with the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder and comes with two engine options. These include a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine that makes 103 BHP and 137 Nm, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. It also comes with an optional all-wheel drive.

The other engine option is the 1.5-litre strong-hybrid producing 115 BHP and 122 Nm. The ICE is paired with an electric motor that has an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm. This powertrain comes with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Source: Autocar India

I sincerely believe that it is a perfect package but was released ahead of its time in India.

BHPian RJM recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

The one and only Grand Vitara that can challenge the bigger 4x4s.

I have over the years followed GV in international markets and have been impressed with its performance as a compact overland vehicle. It is capable of doing a lot more especially if it is given a little bit of extra ground clearance and a decent set of tyres. I sincerely believe that it is a perfect package but was released ahead of its time in India.

I wanted to take up a project of making the GV more capable offroad and the criteria were:

• 2-inch lift kit
• MT tyres
• Space for snow chains
• LSD - rear
• Stabilizer bar disconnect

in addition to the above, got it painted, and added door insulation along with lubrication of critical components.

Attached are photos as self-explanatory of the end result, the wheel arches have been extended to accommodate snow chains and the 245/75/R16 tyres have beefed up the look big time while increasing the ground clearance by approx 100mm over the standard.

The last photo shows the GV in its elements soaked in mud and rain.

Here's what BHPian dhanushs had to say on the matter:

When you put offset wheels, getting muck on the body is unavoidable. I think he should've kept the wheel arches stock with these rims. Would've looked awesome. Now, I feel the look is kind of incomplete.

The Vitara is a very good handler, I wonder how it behaves with the sway bar disconnect, considering it can gain much off-road ability with sway bar disconnect.

Here's what BHPian khan_sultan had to say on the matter:

Nice effort

Which lift kit you have used and what have you used for LSD at the rear?

Agree. Looks incomplete, but looks are also a personal subject.

Check out BHPian comments for more insights and information.

The Grand Vitara shares its underpinnings with the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder and will rival the Creta & Seltos.

Maruti Suzuki has taken wraps off the Grand Vitara for the Indian market. It will be offered in 6 variants - Sigma, Delta, Zeta, Alpha, Zeta+ and Alpha+.

The Grand Vitara features a large radiator grille with chrome inserts flanked by triple LED daytime running lights. Like the Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Maruti’s version also features a split headlamp setup. The rear of the car looks similar to the Hyryder with its slim tail lamp units and LED light bar, but gets different 17-inch alloy wheels. 

Inside, the Grand Vitara gets a dual-tone dashboard with a floating 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the centre. The SUV comes equipped with features such as a panoramic sunroof, digital instrument cluster, head-up display, wireless charger and ventilated front seats.

Engines & transmissions:

The Grand Vitara comes with two engine options. These include a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine that makes 103 BHP and 137 Nm, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. This engine is also available with all-wheel drive paired with the 5-speed manual gearbox. The AllGrip all-wheel drive system comes with four driving modes - Auto, Sport, Snow and Lock.

The other engine option is the 1.5-litre strong-hybrid producing 115 BHP and 122 Nm. The ICE is paired with an electric motor that has an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm. This powertrain comes with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

Fuel efficiency:

Maruti Suzuki claims that the Grand Vitara will be India's most fuel-efficient SUV. The strong-hybrid version is said to deliver 27.97 km/l, while the mild-hybrid returns 21.11 km/l.

Safety:

The safety kit offered on the Grand Vitara includes a 360-degree camera, 6 airbags, ESP, hill-hold assist, hill descent control, rear disc brakes and TPMS.

The Grand Vitara will be unveiled on July 20, 2022.

The latest teaser of the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara reveals the car’s digital instrument cluster.

The instrument cluster featured here is of the hybrid version. It shows a graphic of the powertrain in the centre, while the speedometer and gear indicator are on the top. The temperature and fuel gauges are on the right and the left-hand side of the screen shows the selected drive mode.

The Maruti Grand Vitara will be offered with the same powertrain options as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder. These include the familiar 1.5-litre mild-hybrid and a strong hybrid powertrain that uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 91 BHP and 122 Nm and an electric motor with an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm.

The Grand Vitara will be unveiled on July 20, 2022.

The Grand Vitara will be unveiled on July 20, 2022.

Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to take the wraps off the Grand Vitara next week. In a recent teaser video, the carmaker has claimed that the SUV will get the largest panoramic sunroof in the segment.

The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara shares its underpinnings with the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder. Both SUVs will have a distinct exterior and are expected come equipped with features like a touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, head-up display, ventilated seats, and wireless charging, among others.

The Maruti Grand Vitara will be offered with the same powertrain options as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder. These include the familiar 1.5-litre mild-hybrid and a strong hybrid powertrain that uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 91 BHP and 122 Nm and an electric motor with an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm.

The Grand Vitara will be unveiled on July 20, 2022.

The Grand Vitara will be unveiled on July 20, 2022. It will replace the S-Cross in Maruti's line-up.

Maruti Suzuki has released a new teaser video featuring the all-wheel-drive variant of the upcoming Grand Vitara.

The latest teaser showcases the Grand Vitara’s rotary drive mode selector which has three modes: Snow, Sport and Lock. The all-wheel-drive version of the SUV will also get an ‘AllGrip’ badge on the rear.

The Maruti Grand Vitara will be offered with the same powertrain options as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder. These include the familiar 1.5-litre mild-hybrid and a strong hybrid powertrain that uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 91 BHP and 122 Nm and an electric motor with an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm.

The Grand Vitara will be unveiled on July 20, 2022. It will replace the S-Cross in Maruti's line-up.

The Maruti Grand Vitara will be offered with the same powertrain options as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder.

Maruti Suzuki has released a teaser of the Grand Vitara. This time, the video showcases the car’s LED tail lamp clusters.

The Grand Vitara gets triple LED tail lamps with a sleek LED light bar. The ‘Grand Vitara’ badge is in the centre just like on the new Maruti Brezza.

The Grand Vitara gets an upright front fascia featuring a large radiator grille flanked by triple LED headlamps and a bold shoulder line.

The Maruti Grand Vitara will be offered with the same powertrain options as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder. These include the familiar 1.5-litre mild-hybrid and a strong hybrid powertrain that uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 91 BHP and 122 Nm and an electric motor with an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm.

The Grand Vitara will be unveiled on July 20, 2022. It will replace the S-Cross in Maruti's line-up.