Maruti Suzuki Begins Deliveries of e VITARA in India; BaaS Price Starts at ₹10.99 Lakh

New Delhi, February 17, 2026: In a major boost to India’s electric mobility landscape, Maruti Suzuki India Limitedhas officially commenced deliveries of its much-anticipated electric SUV, the e VITARA. The company announced a competitive Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) starting price of ₹10.99 lakh + Battery EMI at ₹3.99/km, positioning the e VITARA as an accessible entry point into premium electric mobility.

Launching the electric SUV, Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer (Marketing and Sales), said the company’s EV strategy is designed to make the e VITARA the primary EV choice for Indian customers. The SUV offers a claimed driving range of over 543 km, supported by Maruti Suzuki’s integrated “e for me” charging ecosystem.

With over 1,500 EV-ready service centres, specially trained NEXA EV relationship managers, and dedicated charging managers, the automaker aims to deliver a seamless ownership experience backed by decades of customer trust.

Flexible Ownership Plans: BaaS and e Flex

To make electric mobility more affordable, Maruti Suzuki has introduced innovative ownership models:

• Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS): A dual-loan finance product that removes the upfront battery cost. Customers pay ₹10.99 lakh for the vehicle, plus a battery usage EMI starting at ₹3.99 per km.
• ‘e Flex’ Scheme: Enables customers to upgrade to the e VITARA with an EMI similar to their existing car, lowering the financial barrier to EV adoption.
• Assured Buyback Plans:
  • 3 years / 45,000 km – Up to 60% assured buyback value
  • 4 years / 60,000 km – 50% assured buyback value

These schemes aim to reduce ownership risks while improving resale value confidence.

Battery Options and Warranty Coverage

The e VITARA is available with 61 kWh and 49 kWh battery pack options, both backed by an 8-year or 1,60,000 km battery warranty (whichever is earlier).

The vehicle comes with a standard 3-year warranty, with the option to extend coverage up to 8 years.

Advanced Safety and Technology

The electric SUV is equipped with Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) features, including:

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Lane Keep Assist
• Blind Spot Monitoring
• Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)

Safety is further strengthened with 7 airbags (including a driver-side knee airbag) as standard.

The e VITARA has earned a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating, built on the advanced HEARTECT-e platform that incorporates over 60% ultra-high-tensile and high-tensile steel for structural integrity. The SUV also features an advanced battery protection system for enhanced safety.

On the connectivity front, Next-Gen Suzuki Connect offers more than 60 smart features, enhancing convenience and remote vehicle management.