Suzuki e VITARA: The new electric SUV that redefines adventure and sustainability

The e VITARA features the ALLGRIP-e system, an electric all-wheel drive that optimises control on challenging terrain.

Published: November 8, 2024

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Suzuki Motor Corporation is advancing electric mobility with the debut of its first battery electric vehicle (BEV), the e VITARA. The unveiling took place in Milan, Italy, marking the beginning of a new era for the Japanese company. Production of the e VITARA will commence at Suzuki Motor Gujarat, India, in spring 2025, with launches planned for Europe, India and Japan during the summer of that year.

Design and features of the e VITARA

The design of the e VITARA is inspired by the concept of “High-tech and adventure”. This electric SUV combines the characteristic robustness of the Vitara series with high-tech elements such as an integrated interior display and an advanced powertrain. In addition, the vehicle boasts large-diameter tires and a short overhang, which together with the new HEARTECT-e platform , guarantee optimized interior space and an agile and precise driving experience.

The heart of the e VITARA is its efficient electric propulsion system, consisting of an eAxle that integrates motor and inverter, together with a lithium iron phosphate battery , renowned for its durability and safety. This system enables agile acceleration, ideal for quick manoeuvres and fluid overtaking, making this model a formidable competitor in the electric SUV segment.

Suzuki's electric SUV — Suzuki’s SUV stands out for its modern and robust design. Source: Suzuki

For lovers of adventure and off-road driving, the e VITARA offers the ALLGRIP-e system , a four-wheel drive technology developed from Suzuki’s vast experience. This system uses independent axles and a Trail mode, which optimizes engine torque to overcome difficult terrain with ease.

The vehicle will be available with 49 kWh and 61 kWh battery options , offering both two-wheel drive (2WD) and an advanced electric all-wheel drive (4WD) system. The electric SUV ’s dimensions include a length of 4,275 mm, a width of 1,800 mm and a height of 1,635 mm, ensuring a spacious and comfortable interior space.

In addition, it will feature a powertrain that reaches up to 135 kW of power in the 4WD version , ensuring robust and dynamic performance. This model is also designed to maintain a minimum ground clearance of 180 mm, providing stability and off-road capability.

Suzuki vehicle — This vehicle makes its way through challenging terrain with determination. Source: Suzuki

Suzuki President Toshihiro Suzuki stressed that the e VITARA is more than just a vehicle : it represents the brand’s commitment to carbon neutrality and sustainable innovation. Following this launch, Suzuki will continue to diversify its offering with hybrid models and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, adapting its mobility solutions to the needs of different regions.