Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara — Price, Mileage, Variants & Expert Review

One number defines the Grand Vitara: 27.97 kmpl, claimed by the strong-hybrid version with its 116 PS petrol-electric system and e-CVT. Under it sit two more frugal options — the 103 PS 1.5 mild hybrid (21.11 kmpl claimed, manual or 6-speed automatic) and an 88 PS CNG claiming 26.6 km/kg. Averaged out, the range's claimed economy runs a remarkable 86% above the SUV-segment median. No rival at its ₹10.77 lakh starting price attacks running costs from three directions like this.

What the powertrains give up is urgency. At 10.8 PS per lakh, the Grand Vitara delivers the least power per rupee among its direct rivals — the mild hybrid's 139 Nm and the CNG's 122 Nm are commuting outputs, and the strong hybrid prioritises efficiency over speed. The body is usefully practical: 4,345 mm long, 210 mm of ground clearance that genuinely helps on broken roads, and a 373-litre boot, with a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting and leatherette upholstery on higher trims, and a choice of nine colours.

The catalogue is enormous — 35 variants across petrol, hybrid and CNG — which makes it the 26th most affordable entry in a 144-SUV field but also a genuinely confusing shortlist exercise. Decide your fuel type first, then your gearbox, and the list collapses to three or four sensible trims.

Grand Vitara Variants & Ex-Showroom Prices

Ex-showroom prices. See the city-wise on-road price for your city.

Engine, Performance & Mileage

K15C With Mild Hybrid System Petrol

1462 cc · 103 PS @ 6000 rpm · 139 Nm @ 4300 rpm · 5-Speed MT / 6-Speed AT · ARAI 21.11 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

K15C CNG

1462 cc · 88 PS @ 5500 rpm · 122 Nm @ 4200 rpm · 5-Speed MT · ARAI 26.6 km/kg · BS VI 2.0

M15D With Strong Hybrid Petrol

1490 cc · 116 PS · 141 Nm @ 0-3995 rpm · E-CVT AT · ARAI 27.97 kmpl · BS VI 2.0

Grand Vitara Dimensions

Length: 4345 mm · Width: 1795 mm · Height: 1645 mm · Wheelbase: 2600 mm · Ground clearance: 210 mm · Boot space: 373 litres · Fuel tank: 45 litres

Grand Vitara Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Brake Assist, Central Locking, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbag, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Hill Assist.

Grand Vitara Colours

Available in 9 colours: Midnight Black, Arctic White, Splendid Silver, Grandeur Grey, Opulent Red, Splendid Silver With Black Roof, Chestnut Brown, Opulent Red With Black, Nexa Blue.

Ownership & Running Costs

Routine servicing typically lands around ₹5,000-8,000 a year over the first five years — Maruti's network keeps this among the cheapest in the class (indicative).

First-year comprehensive cover generally runs ₹40,000-60,000 by variant and city (indicative); strong-hybrid trims sit toward the upper end.

Indicatively, the strong hybrid's 27.97 kmpl claim works out near ₹3.5-4 per km on petrol; the CNG's 26.6 km/kg claim can undercut even that where CNG is cheap.

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Grand Vitara vs Rivals

Grand Vitara vs Skoda Kushaq: From ₹10.69 lakh with 19.76 kmpl claimed — the driver's alternative, quicker but thirstier. See the Skoda Kushaq.

Grand Vitara vs Hyundai Venue N Line: ₹10.66 lakh onwards, 20 kmpl claimed — smaller, sportier, no hybrid tech. See the Hyundai Venue N Line.

Grand Vitara vs Hyundai Creta: Starts ₹10.91 lakh with a 21.8 kmpl claimed diesel and ADAS — the all-rounder rival. See the Hyundai Creta.

Grand Vitara vs Kia Seltos: From ₹11 lakh with petrol and diesel choices — more variety of muscle, no hybrid economy. See the Kia Seltos.

GaadiInfo Verdict

Buy the Grand Vitara with a calculator, not a stopwatch. The strong hybrid in a mid-to-upper trim is the range's whole point — 27.97 kmpl claimed turns a midsize SUV into one of the cheapest cars per kilometre you can run, and city traffic is where its electric-heavy drive shines. If your monthly running is modest, the mild-hybrid automatic in a middle trim saves lakhs upfront and still claims 21.11 kmpl. I would skip the base trims and skip the top trim's last ₹1-1.5 lakh of gadgets; the middle of this range is where the value lives.

• Pick fuel first: under ~1,000 km/month take the mild hybrid; above ~1,500 km/month the strong hybrid's premium pays back; on a CNG corridor, the 26.6 km/kg CNG wins outright.
• CNG buyers must inspect the boot with the tank installed — the listed 373 litres shrinks meaningfully, so bring your usual luggage to the showroom.
• With 35 variants, dealers can steer you to whatever is in stock; write down your three target trims beforehand and price all three.
• At PDI on hybrid variants, confirm the drive selector modes all engage and check the hybrid battery area under the boot floor is factory-clean.

Frequently asked questions

What is the on-road price of the Maruti Grand Vitara?

Ex-showroom spans ₹10.77-19.72 lakh across 35 variants; on-road adds roughly 10-15% for tax, registration and insurance. Use the city links on this page for your exact quote.

Is the Grand Vitara strong hybrid worth the extra money?

If you drive 1,500 km a month or more, yes — 27.97 kmpl claimed versus the mild hybrid's 21.11 means the fuel savings compound quickly. For light urban use, the mild hybrid's lower purchase price usually wins.

How is the Grand Vitara CNG for daily use?

The 88 PS CNG claims 26.6 km/kg with a 5-speed manual — excellent per-km economics if CNG pumps are convenient on your routes. Accept a reduced boot and leisurely performance in return.

Is the Grand Vitara underpowered?

It is the least powerful car for the money among its rivals at 10.8 PS per lakh, and outputs top out at 116 PS. It keeps up with traffic without complaint, but overtaking urgency is not part of this package.

What is the Grand Vitara's boot space?

373 litres in petrol and hybrid forms — adequate rather than generous — and the CNG's tank reduces it further. Load your typical luggage at the showroom before deciding.

Does the Grand Vitara have a diesel or ADAS?

Neither appears in this lineup. Its answer to diesel economics is the strong hybrid and CNG; if ADAS is a requirement, look at the Creta or Seltos in the same price band.

Which Grand Vitara variant is the sweet spot?

A mid-to-upper strong-hybrid trim if economy is the mission, or a middle mild-hybrid automatic for lighter use. The base trims undersell the car and the very top trims charge heavily for final gadgets.

Grand Vitara or Creta — which should I pick?

Grand Vitara for outright running costs (27.97 kmpl hybrid claim, CNG option) and the bigger 210 mm clearance; Creta (from ₹10.91 lakh) for stronger engines, ADAS and a conventional diesel. Your monthly kilometres should decide it.

How many colours does the Grand Vitara come in?

Nine listed options, including dual-tone choices like Splendid Silver with Black Roof and Opulent Red with Black.