Auto Expo 2023: From Jimny to Fronx and beyond, the big highlights from the Maruti Suzuki booth
Maruti Suzuki has once again established itself as a notable manufacturer at the ongoing Auto Expo 2023 in Greater Noida. The country’s largest automaker has officially launched a number of premium models as it asserts itself as a power player in the SUV segment.
Although Maruti Suzuki has dominated the Indian auto space for decades thanks to its low-end lineup, small and relatively affordable models, it’s time to evolve with the times as the company says it is self-sufficient. recapture 50% market share in this market. PV or passenger vehicle segment. And while smaller cars will remain the core of forward thrust, SUVs are the catalyst.
Watch: Auto Expo 2023: Jimny, Fronx, eVX and other cars to check out at the Maruti Suzuki booth
Maruti Suzuki eVXSUV
Maruti Suzuki has finally confirmed that the first all-electric vehicle will hit the road in 2025. And it will be the production version of the Maruti eVX concept SUV that was shown at Auto Expo 2023.
Based on a new dedicated EV platform, the Maruti Suzuki eVX is a mid-size SUV that will finally boast 4×4 capabilities. Although it will have a 60 kWh battery pack inside, the company claims that it will have a range of around 550 km.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx
Its name may leave everyone scratching their heads but the Maruti Suzuki Baleno-based Fronx is looking to excite potential urban Indian customers. The SUV is less than 4 meters tall with a wheelbase of 2,520 mm and is offered in 6 monochrome and 3 dual color options. The cabin has a two-tone color theme and expect features like a floating 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ touchscreen infotainment system, Suzuki telematics, and a 360-degree camera. Reservations for the Maruti Fronx are open through the Nexa dealer network.
Maruti Suzuki Jimny
The loudest and loudest cheers at the Maruti Suzuki booth were for the much-awaited five-door Jimny, which is also now open for pre-order via Nexa.
While the three-door Suzuki Jimny has been on sale in several markets for years now, India is the first to get a five-door version. As a result, the wheelbase has been increased while the car has both manual as well as automatic transmission options. It is offered with multiple color options and some segment-first features such as a headlight washer.
Maruti Suzuki has also introduced a number of one-off models such as the Grand Vitara and Brezza in the special Matt edition, the Jimny with accessories, and many more.
Date of first publication: January 13, 2023, 14:33 pm IST
