Cutting down the production of its passenger cars by 16 per cent in October 2023 and increasing that of the utility vehicles by 33 per cent as compared to October 2023 as per the regulatory filing by the company, Maruti Suzuki’s key developments include the new Dzire compact sedan reaching dealerships across India. 
While the new eSUV – the eVitara that is based on a Toyota platform called as 27PL skateboard platform (e-TNGA) – is subject to a lot of discussion currently, the new Dzire is set to revolutionise the segment with its progressive design, segment first features and unparalleled value proposition, according to the Indo-Japanese automaker. 
Building on the remarkable legacy of the Dzire brand, this new generation model represents a significant leap forward in Maruti Suzuki's commitment to offer exceptional vehicles to the Indian market. Following hot on the heels of the fourth-generation Swift hatchback, the Dzire shares the platform with it though in terms of proportions, dimensions and design it is different. 
Available in the shape of a compact hatchback, the Dzire could be booked with an initial payment of INR 11,000 at any Maruti Suzuki dealership. 
Witnessing a 33.18 percent rise in multi-purpose vehicles such as the Ertiga and XL6 and of SUVs such as the Brezza, Fronx, Grand Vitara and Jimny (almost all of these are shared with Toyota Kirloskar Motor products in India) at 72,339 units as compared to 54,316 units during the corresponding period in the last fiscal, Maruti Suzuki is quite upbeat about the eVitara as it marks the first BEV of the automaker ever. 
The vehicle has e-axles that have been integrated with the motor and inverter as a single unit, according to industry sources. The (60kWh) batteries are of the lithium-iron-phosphate type and the platform, engineered to provide quick acceleration and overtaking abilities. 
With production expected to begin in mid-2025, the eVitara will have a sibling that will flaunt a Toyota badge – much like the Grand Vitara and the Toyota Hyryder. 
The eVitara, claim industry sources, will be produced at Maruti Suzuki’s youngest and most modern facility in Gujarat. The eSUV is expected to offer a range of 500 km on a single charge when it is formally launched in 2025. 
To be launched on 11 November 2024, the new Dzire is expected to be priced in the range of INR 700,000 and INR 11,00,000 ex-showroom. 

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Maruti Suzuki India has been awarded a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating for its e Vitara, marking a moment for the company's electric vehicle strategy.

The e Vitara is built on Suzuki’s Heartect-e platform designed for electric vehicles to deliver strength, structural rigidity and advanced high voltage protection. The ‘Made-in-India, Made-for-the-World’ e Vitara is designed and tested for temperature conditions across the world, ensuring performance from as high as 60deg Celsius to as low as -30deg Celsius. The model is offered with 49 kWh and 61 kWh battery options.

Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, said, “Congratulations to Maruti Suzuki for achieving 5-star Bharat NCAP in both adult and child occupant protection for their e Vitara. I am especially glad that Maruti Suzuki has shown real leadership in providing 7 airbags as a standard across all variants of the e Vitara.”

Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India, said, “The 5-star Bharat NCAP rating for e Vitara, our first Battery Electric Vehicle, is a moment of immense pride for all of us at Maruti Suzuki. Using the Bharat NCAP 5-star rating, we will export the e Vitara to more than 100 countries of the world. Bharat NCAP’s globally benchmarked stringent vehicle test protocols have been a catalyst in empowering customers to make informed decisions. I thank the Minister Gadkari, the officials in his Ministry and test agencies for their rigorous efforts and commitment in shaping India’s journey towards safe mobility.”

The e VITARA’s body structure uses more than 60 percent ultra-high tensile and high-tensile strength steel. Its battery protection system incorporates a structural design with an energy-absorbing battery pack mounting structure.

Key safety features include 7 standard airbags (including the Driver's knee airbag), Level 2 ADAS (Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control), Hill Hold Control, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and a 360-degree Surround View Camera.

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Mahindra has marked a major milestone in its nationwide electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure expansion with the inauguration of its first dealership-based ultrafast charger – a 180 kW Charge_IN station.

This is the first of many such installations planned across Mahindra dealerships, forming a key pillar of the company’s commitment to building India’s ultrafast charging network.

This initiative scales up Mahindra’s Charge_IN ecosystem, complementing the 250 highway fast-charging stations already announced. The new 180 kW ultrafast chargers will enable EV users to charge quickly and conveniently at strategically located dealerships across the country, with 24x7 on-ground support.

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Hyundai Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported wholesales of 66,840 units in November 2025, up 9.1 percent YoY as against 61,252 units last year.

This includes domestic sales of 50,340 units, up 4 percent YoY and exports of 16,500 units, up 27 percent YoY.

Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director & Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, “Supported by GST 2.0 reforms, we continue to carry forward sales momentum with a year-on-year growth in our monthly domestic sales in November 2025. Further, our commitment to bolstering India’s role as a global manufacturing hub is further solidified with 26.9% year-on-year growth in monthly exports.”

He further added that the all-new Hyundai Venue SUV, the company's first software-defined vehicle in India, has received more than 32,000 bookings within a month of its launch. The new Venue features ccNC infotainment powered by Nvidia.

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced its wholesales for November 2025, reporting total sales of 33,752 units, up 28 percent YoY.

This includes 30,085 units sold in the domestic market and 3,667 units exported.

Varinder Wadhwa, Vice-President, Sales–Service–Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Following a positive festive season supported by the government’s progressive GST reforms, we continue to witness a strong momentum, with a growth of 19 percent. The recent introduction of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Edition and Fortuner Leader Edition has also continued to help us reinforce this growth trajectory, receiving recognition across the country. The innovative initiatives such as the Drum Tao and the launch of the toyota experiential museum (tem) in Bangalore, have been highly appreciated, further strengthening customer engagement and brand connect.”

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