Made-in-India Maruti e-Vitara : The upcoming Maruti e-Vitara will mark the fourth made-in-India model—following the Fronx, Baleno, and Jimny 5-door to be exported to Japan, showcasing India’s growing footprint in the global automotive market.
Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara: Made-in-India EV to be Exported to Japan
Maruti Suzuki has confirmed the launch of its first-ever electric vehicle (EV), the e-Vitara, in India, scheduled for September 2025. The all-electric SUV made its global production debut at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Global Expo in New Delhi.
Excitingly, the made-in-India Maruti e-Vitara will also be exported to Japan, Maruti Suzuki’s home market. It will become the fourth Indian-manufactured model—after the Fronx, Baleno, and Jimny 5-door—to be shipped to Japan.
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Key Features and Details
- Launch Date: September 2025 (India)
- Export Market: Japan
- Production Facility: Gujarat, India
- Safety: 7 Airbags (Standard)
- ADAS Technology: Level 2 ADAS on higher variants
- Infotainment: Next-gen Suzuki Connect, Harman Infinity Sound System
- Comfort Features: 10-way Adjustable Driver Seat, Sliding & Reclining Rear Seats
The Maruti e-Vitara will roll off the production line at Maruti Suzuki’s factory in Gujarat. Notably, the Jimny 5-door variant, known as Jimny Nomad in Japan, commands a waiting period of up to two years. The Jimny 5-door, launched at the Auto Expo 2023, is exclusively manufactured at the company’s Gurgaon plant and is the second most exported Maruti model, reaching over 100 countries globally.
Japan ranks among the top five export destinations for India-made Maruti cars by volume. The e-Vitara will be the first electric vehicle to be exported to Japan from India. Over the next few years, several more made-in-India electric cars are expected to be shipped to Japan, depending largely on the market reception of the e-Vitara.
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Maruti Suzuki is cautiously advancing in the electric vehicle space. A strong response to the e-Vitara could pave the way for future launches like the Fronx EV and Wagon R electric variants. Official updates are expected closer to the launch in September 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| When is the Maruti e-Vitara expected to launch in India? | The Maruti e-Vitara is scheduled for launch in September 2025. |
| Where will the e-Vitara be manufactured? | It will be produced at Maruti Suzuki’s factory in Gujarat, India. |
| Which countries will the e-Vitara be exported to? | The e-Vitara will be exported to Japan, among other markets. |
| What safety features does the e-Vitara offer? | The SUV comes standard with 7 airbags for enhanced passenger protection. |
| Does the e-Vitara include advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)? | Yes, higher variants are equipped with Level 2 ADAS technology. |
| What infotainment system is available in the e-Vitara? | It features Next-gen Suzuki Connect and a Harman Infinity Sound System for premium entertainment. |
| What comfort features can buyers expect? | The vehicle includes a 10-way adjustable driver seat and sliding & reclining rear seats for enhanced comfort. |
| Is the e-Vitara Maruti Suzuki’s first electric vehicle? | Yes, it is Maruti Suzuki’s first-ever fully electric vehicle launched in India. |
| Will Maruti launch more electric models in the future? | Depending on the e-Vitara’s success, models like the Fronx EV and Wagon R electric may follow. |
| Where can I find official updates about the e-Vitara? | Official announcements are expected closer to the launch date in September 2025. |