In 2022 Maruti Suzuki had launched two new SUVs in India – the new Brezza and the Grand Vitara.
Both received positive response from buyers if a waiting period of up to 6 months is any indication.
2023 offerings
The automaker is now aiming towards greater market share in the SUV segment.
It is now gearing up to launch two new SUVs in 2023.
One is a new SUV Coupe, internally codenamed YTB and the other is the Jimny 5-door lifestyle SUV.
Common features
Both will sit under 4 meters in length, making it the brand’s third SUV measuring under 4 meters.
They are also expected to cost under Rs 10 lakh.
The YTB SUV Coupe and the Jimny 5-door are scheduled to make their global debut at the 2023 Auto Expo in January.
While the former is expected to launch in the first quarter of 2023, the Jimny will go on sale by mid-2023.
YTB SUV: Platform, design
The company could announce the prices of the YTB SUV Coupe at the Indian auto expo.
It will be based on the lightweight Heartect platform that underpins the new Baleno hatchback and will also borrow its cabin layout and features.
The design will be inspired by the Futuro-e concept, which was showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo.
The front fascia is likely to share the styling with the Grand Vitara which features a sharply designed nose with wider grille and chrome strips, along with split headlamp setup with slim LED DRLs & the 3-block NEXA signature.
The new model will have pronounced wheel arches, black side cladding, a coupe-like roofline and raised suspension.
YTB SUV: Rivals, powertrain
It will be sold through NEXA dealership network and will rival the Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger and the Hyundai Venue/Kia Sonet.
It will be powered by a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder Boosterjet turbo petrol engine with mild hybrid tech.
The lower variants could also get a 1.2L Dualjet petrol engine.
Jimny 5-door SUV
The Jimny 5-door will be based on the modified ladder-on-frame chassis.
Compared to the 3-door Jimny Sierra, the new 5-door model will ride on a 300mm longer wheelbase and will offer more cabin space and a bigger boot.
It is likely to be powered by a 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine that produces 102bhp and 130Nm of torque.
The engine could be fitted with Suzuki’s mild hybrid tech, which should improve its fuel efficiency and reduce emission levels
Transmission options will include a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic.
The SUV will come with Suzuki’s AllGrip Pro 4WD system with a manual transfer case and low range.
