Engineering:Suzuki e Vitara

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Short description: Battery electric subcompact crossover SUV
Suzuki e Vitara
Overview
ManufacturerSuzuki
Also called
  • Toyota Urban Cruiser
  • Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella (India)
ProductionAugust 2025 – present[1]
AssemblyIndia: Ahmedabad, Gujarat (Suzuki Motor Gujarat)
Designer
  • Kimitoshi Sato (Exterior)
  • Takashi Hayashida (Interior)
  • Sumio Ono (Chief Engineer)
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
  • Front-motor, front-wheel-drive
  • Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive
PlatformHeartect-e
Powertrain
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous
Power output
  • 106 kW (142 hp; 144 PS)
  • 128 kW (172 hp; 174 PS)
  • 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) (AWD)
Transmission1-Speed Automatic Transmission
Battery
  • 49 kWh LFP (FinDreams, Tata Gotion, TDS Lithium-ion Battery Gujarat, and ELIIY Power)
  • 61 kWh LFP (FinDreams, Tata Gotion, TDS Lithium-ion Battery Gujarat, and ELIIY Power)[2]
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (106.3 in)
Length
  • 4,275 mm (168.3 in)
  • 4,285 mm (168.7 in) (Urban Cruiser)
Width1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Height1,635 mm (64.4 in)
|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight1,702–1,899 kg (3,752–4,187 lb)

The Suzuki e Vitara (Japanese: スズキ・eビターラ, Hepburn: Suzuki Ebitāra) is a battery electric subcompact crossover SUV (C-segment) produced by Japanese manufacturer Suzuki. Introduced in November 2024, it is the first mass-produced battery electric vehicle ever produced by the company.[4] It is also marketed by Toyota with modified styling as the Toyota Urban Cruiser.

History and production

Suzuki eVX concept car, which previewed the design of e Vitara

Suzuki introduced the e Vitara on 4 November 2024, in Milan, Italy. The vehicle was previewed by the Suzuki eVX concept, which was first showcased at the Auto Expo in India in January 2023. The Toyota version, the Toyota Urban Cruiser was introduced on 12 December 2024.[5] The styling of the Urban Cruiser was previewed by the Toyota Urban SUV Concept shown in December 2023 in Europe.[6]

The e Vitara is manufactured at Suzuki Motor Gujarat facility in Gujarat, India, with around 50 percent of its production output designated for export to European and other global markets.[4] The e Vitara was introduced in India in March 2025, with its arrival in Europe in September the same year.[7][8] The Urban Cruiser was introduced in Indonesia in November 2025,[9] followed by the e Vitara in February 2026.[10] The e Vitara was introduced in Japan in 16 January 2026.[11]

Specifications

The e Vitara is claimed to be developed on the Heartect-e electric vehicle "skateboard" platform, developed to provide increased structural integrity and a lowered centre of gravity. Two battery options are available: a 49 kWh battery pack delivering 106 kW (142 hp; 144 PS) and a 61 kWh battery pack producing 128 kW (172 hp; 174 PS). These battery packs utilize lithium iron phosphate (LFP) blade cells produced by BYD and Tata.[12][13] The top variant of the e Vitara is equipped with the AllGrip-e all-wheel-drive system, offering 135 kW (181 hp; 184 PS) and 300 N⋅m (30.6 kg⋅m; 221 lb⋅ft) of torque, with adaptable drive modes tailored for various driving conditions. The eAxle technology, created in collaboration with Toyota, is integrated into the platform.[14][15]

Safety

Euro NCAP test results
Suzuki e Vitara 61kWh GLX (LHD) (2025)[16]
Test Points %
Overall: StarStarStarStar
Adult occupant: 31.0 77%
Child occupant: 42.0 85%
Pedestrian: 50.3 79%
Safety assist: 13 72%

Suzuki e Vitara

Toyota Urban Cruiser

References

  1. Mondal, Saptarshi. "Maruti Suzuki e Vitara production commences at Hansalpur, Gujarat" (in en). https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/maruti-suzuki-e-vitara-production-commences-at-hansalpur-gujarat-436863. 
  2. https://www.energetica-india.net/news/suzuki-join-hands-with-major-firms-to-establish-secure-ev-battery-supply-chain
  3. "Suzuki Vitara - Main equipment" (in ja). https://www.suzuki.co.jp/car/evitara/detail/pdf/detail.pdf. 
  4. 4.0 4.1 D'Souza, Gavin (2024-11-04). "Suzuki e Vitara revealed as first Maruti EV for India" (in en). https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/maruti-evx-production-version-revealed-as-suzuki-e-vitara-433404. 
  5. Harvey, Charlie; Katsianis, Jordan (2025-02-10). "Toyota Urban Cruiser EV revealed to rival Hyundai Kona and Volvo EX30" (in en). https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/toyota/365342/toyota-urban-cruiser-ev-revealed-rival-hyundai-kona-and-volvo-ex30. 
  6. "Toyota presents concepts for its six planned BEVs in Europe in 2026". electrive. 4 Dec 2023. https://www.electrive.com/2023/12/04/toyota-presents-concepts-for-its-six-planned-bevs-in-europe-by-2026/. 
  7. Hyde, Ellis (2024-11-04). "New Suzuki e Vitara revealed as Japanese brand’s first EV" (in en). https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/suzuki/vitara/364902/new-suzuki-e-vitara-revealed-japanese-brands-first-ev. 
  8. "Maruti Suzuki starts the shipment of e VITARA to Europe". Maruti Suzuki (Press release). 2025-09-01. Retrieved 16 February 2026.
  9. "Urban Cruiser Meluncur di RI, Mobil Listrik Terbaru Toyota Seharga Rp 700 Jutaan". 2025-11-21. https://oto.detik.com/mobil-listrik/d-8221768/urban-cruiser-meluncur-di-ri-mobil-listrik-terbaru-toyota-seharga-rp-700-jutaan. 
  10. Rahardiansyah, Rangga (5 February 2026). "Suzuki e Vitara Meluncur di Indonesia, Harga Rp 700-an Juta". https://oto.detik.com/mobil/d-8341744/suzuki-e-vitara-meluncur-di-indonesia-harga-rp-700-an-juta. 
  11. "コンパクトEVながら4WD設定があるレアな存在…スズキ「eビターラ」、開発者が語る特徴" (in ja). 2026-02-19. https://newswitch.jp/p/48410. 
  12. https://www.cartoq.com/car-news/maruti-suzuki-e-vitara-detailed-look-upcoming-electric-suv/
  13. https://evertiq.com/design/2025-03-05-suzuki-forms-ev-battery-partnerships-with-tata-gotion-findreams
  14. "Suzuki introduces e VITARA based on eVX concept model; production to begin from 2025" (in en). 2024-11-04. https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/passenger-vehicle/suzuki-introduces-e-vitara-based-on-evx-concept-model-production-to-begin-from-2025/114952410. 
  15. Leichsenring, Dr. Stefan (2024-11-04). "Suzuki eVitara: The brand's first electric car is on its way". in Potter, Brian (in en-gb). https://uk.motor1.com/news/739697/suzuki-evitara-electric-suv-revealed-europe/. 
  16. Toyota Urban Cruiser

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