{"id":1297990,"date":"2025-07-21T13:20:54","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T07:50:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1297990"},"modified":"2025-07-21T13:21:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T07:51:28","slug":"maruti-suzuki-all-set-to-launch-a-new-compact-suv-escudo-a-creta-rival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/maruti-suzuki-all-set-to-launch-a-new-compact-suv-escudo-a-creta-rival\/","title":{"rendered":"Maruti Suzuki All Set To Launch A New Compact SUV: Escudo, A Creta-Rival"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to shake up the compact SUV market with the launch of the all-new <strong>Escudo<\/strong> on <strong>September 3, 2025<\/strong>. Set to be sold via the <strong>Arena dealerships<\/strong>, Escudo aims to position itself above Brezza and Ertiga while targeting rivals like the <strong>Hyundai Creta<\/strong> and <strong>Kia Seltos<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-21-at-1.18.58\u202fPM-1024x568.png\" alt=\"Maruti Suzuki All Set To Launch A New Compact SUV: Escudo, A Creta-Rival\" class=\"wp-image-1298000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-21-at-1.18.58\u202fPM-1024x568.png 1024w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-21-at-1.18.58\u202fPM-300x166.png 300w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-21-at-1.18.58\u202fPM-768x426.png 768w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-21-at-1.18.58\u202fPM-1536x852.png 1536w, https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Screenshot-2025-07-21-at-1.18.58\u202fPM-2048x1136.png 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A New Flagship for Arena Dealerships<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the Grand Vitara (sold via Nexa), the Maruti Escudo will be positioned as the <strong>flagship offering for Arena showrooms<\/strong>, ensuring greater availability. With Arena\u2019s widespread network, Escudo\u2019s accessibility could be a game-changer, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Expected to be priced between <strong>\u20b910 lakh to \u20b915 lakh<\/strong>, it undercuts many Creta\/Seltos variants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Design &amp; Styling: Rugged Yet Refined<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spy images reveal that the Escudo draws heavily from the Grand Vitara and the upcoming eVitara EV. The front fascia includes <strong>LED DRLs<\/strong>, <strong>a trapezoidal air dam<\/strong>, and a <strong>bold grille<\/strong>, while the rear features <strong>sharp LED tail lamps<\/strong>, <strong>roof spoiler<\/strong>, and a <strong>full-width LED light bar<\/strong>. The squared-off wheel arches and sporty alloys lend it a muscular SUV stance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Interior &amp; Features: Premium Touches<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside, the Escudo will borrow several features from the Grand Vitara, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>9-inch touchscreen infotainment system<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>7-inch TFT multi-information display<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Head-up display<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunroof<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wireless charging<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ventilated front seats<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Automatic climate control<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Air purifier<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The safety suite is expected to mirror that of Grand Vitara, with multiple airbags, ESP, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors\/camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Powertrain &amp; Variants: Hybrid and CNG on Offer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Escudo will offer multiple engine options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>1.5L mild hybrid<\/strong> (103 PS \/ 139 Nm) with <strong>5MT &amp; 6AT<\/strong>, available in 2WD and AllGrip 4WD<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1.5L strong hybrid<\/strong> (combined 115.56 PS) with <strong>e-CVT<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CNG variant<\/strong> likely to follow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion: A Strong Compact SUV Contender<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With spacious dimensions, affordable variants, Arena-wide availability, and robust hybrid and CNG options, <strong>Maruti Escudo<\/strong> is well-equipped to challenge Creta\u2019s dominance. The SUV combines feature-rich interiors with Maruti\u2019s trusted engineering\u2014offering a compelling package for urban and semi-urban buyers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rushlane.com\/maruti-escudo-launch-date-september-3rd-flagship-arena-suv-12526345.html\">Image Source<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to shake up the compact SUV market with the launch of the all-new Escudo on September 3, 2025. Set to be sold via the Arena dealerships, Escudo aims to position itself above Brezza and Ertiga while targeting rivals like the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. 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