The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara just smashed expectations by earning a full five-star rating in Bharat NCAP crash tests.
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara electric SUV scored top marks in both adult and child occupant protection, marking Maruti’s fourth five-star vehicle after Dzire, Victoris, and Invicto. India-made and globally exported, it builds on Suzuki’s Heartect-e platform with over 60% high-tensile steel.
Buyers worry about battery fires and crashes. This Vitara shrugs off impacts like a sumo wrestler dodging peanuts. Bharat NCAP’s rigorous tests prove real-world toughness.
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara grabbed 31.49 out of 32 points in adult protection. Frontal offset test at 64 kmph delivered ‘good’ head/neck protection for driver and passenger. Driver’s chest earned ‘adequate’; passenger’s got ‘good’.
Thighs and pelvis scored ‘good’ for both. Driver’s tibias rated ‘adequate’; co-driver’s ‘good’. Feet protection? ‘Good’ across the board. Side movable deformable barrier test? Perfect 16/16 points. Side pole impact matched with full protection.
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This structure absorbs energy smartly, keeping the cabin stable. No intrusions passengers stay safe amid chaos.
Kids get stellar care too. Maruti Suzuki e Vitara scored 43/49 points overall. Dynamic tests hit perfect 24/24. Child Restraint System (CRS) installation? Flawless 12/12. Vehicle assessment added 7/13.
ISOFIX anchors and top tether points secure seats firmly. Three-point belts across rear ensure no slippages. Maruti prioritizes little ones without skimping on space.
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Parents breathe easy; no more “is the car seat safe?” debates at family dinners.
Seven airbags deploy instantly dual front, side, curtain, central, and knee. Battery pack sits low with energy-absorbing mounts, shielding from frontal hits. Ultra-high tensile steel (over 60%) forms a rigid shell.
Post-collision systems cut fire risks. Euro NCAP gave it four stars earlier, but Bharat NCAP’s tweaks highlight India-specific strengths.
Level-2 ADAS leads the pack. Forward collision warning auto-brakes for pedestrians/cyclists. Lane keep assist fights drifts. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic avoidance handle merges.
ESC, traction control, hill-hold prevent skids. 360-camera aids parking. Tyre pressure monitors avert disasters. Dusk-sensing lights boost visibility.
| Safety Feature | Category | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Airbags | Passive | Instant occupant cushioning |
| Level-2 ADAS | Active | Prevents collisions proactively |
| High-Tensile Steel | Structural | Absorbs crash energy |
| Battery Protection | EV-Specific | Shields pack in impacts |
| ESC & Hill-Hold | Stability | Controls on slippery roads |
Bharat NCAP tests mimic Indian roads: 64 kmph frontal, 50 kmph side. Maruti Suzuki e Vitara aced them, proving EV architecture holds up. Unlike Euro NCAP’s four stars (marginal rear chest), Bharat focuses on local dummies and scenarios.
Rivals in the Safety Arena
| Competitor | Bharat NCAP | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tata Curvv.ev | 5-star | Strong ADAS suite |
| MG ZS EV | 5-star | Battery safety focus |
| Hyundai Creta EV | Pending | Expected Level-2 features |
| Mahindra BE 6 | 5-star | Robust structure |
Five stars mean insurance savings up to 20%. Resale holds 10-15% higher. Families pick it for peace commutes feel secure.
A 49 kWh LFP battery powers the base Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, delivering 144 bhp and 192.5 Nm torque. Front-wheel-drive setup hits 500 km claimed range. Top 61 kWh variant boosts to 174 bhp (2WD) or 184 bhp/307 Nm (AWD with ALLGRIP-e).
Permanent magnet synchronous motor pairs with 1-speed automatic. Regenerative braking and CCS-II fast charging (6 hours full) suit daily drives. Top speed? 160 kmph. Trail Mode on AWD redirects torque for off-road fun.
Battery tech includes thermal management, cut-off on crashes. Range unaffected by safety reinforcements. Launch nears; expect ₹17–22.5 lakh lakh pricing.
Maruti transformed from basic cars to safety leaders. e Vitara joins Dzire (sedan king), Victoris, Invicto. Heartect-e platform prioritizes rigidity without weight penalty.
Future? More ADAS, pedestrian alerts. Maruti eyes 50% market share by 2030—safety accelerates that.
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara five-star Bharat NCAP rating cements its safety cred. Near-perfect adult scores, strong child protection, and EV smarts make it a benchmark. No hype just verified crash data from dummies that “survived.”
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