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The Advertiser
12 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Suzuki Vitara electric, hybrid SUVs locked in for Australia
The current Suzuki Vitara is gaining a hybrid powertrain next year, when the unrelated but similarly named electric e-Vitara will join the Japanese small car brand's local lineup. Both small crossover SUVs are due in Australia during the first quarter of 2026. The e-Vitara will be Suzuki's first electric vehicle (EV) in Australia, but for now the brand isn't publishing pricing or specification details. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Revealed in November 2024, the e-Vitara is built on the Heartect-e platform developed in collaboration with Daihatsu and Toyota. Depending on the market, it'll be offered in a choice of single-motor front-wheel drive configurations: one with a 49kWh battery and a 106kW/189Nm electric motor, the other with a 61kWh battery and outputs of 128kW and 189Nm. There's also a dual-motor all-wheel drive variant that gains a 48kW rear motor, bumping total outputs up to 135kW and 300Nm. It's offered with the larger of the two batteries. All-wheel drive variants feature a Trail mode that's said to offer the functionality of a limited-slip differential. The e-Vitara measures 100mm longer, 25mm wider and 25mm taller than the combustion-powered Vitara, riding a 200mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1702kg and 1899kg. It will serve as a rival to the likes of the Chery E5, Hyundai Kona Electric, Jeep Avenger, and Kia EV3. The Vitara Hybrid was originally confirmed for a late 2024 launch in Australia back in early 2024, but has been the subject of delays. Suzuki subsequently revealed a facelift for the Hungarian-built Vitara in April 2024, bringing upgrades to its suite of active safety and driver assist technology, as well as a larger 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen and a refreshed front fascia. The Vitara is offered in Europe with a choice of two powertrains, both offered with either front- or all-wheel drive. A 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system opens the range, producing 95kW of power and 235Nm of torque. Optional is a 1.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid with 75kW and 138Nm, mated with a 24.6kW/60Nm electric motor, a 140V lithium-ion battery, and a six-speed automated manual transmission. Arriving before the e-Vitara and Vitara Hybrid is the new Fronx light crossover SUV (pictured below), which goes on sale nationwide on September 1, 2025. Suzuki says this Fronx – short for 'Frontier Crossover' – will solidify its presence in the light SUV segment and "open the doors to younger buyers looking to upgrade from a smaller hatchback to an SUV". Revealed in January 2023, the Fronx measures 3995mm long, which slots it between the pint-size Ignis (which is in runout mode) and the Vitara. Production of the petrol-powered Vitara and Ignis ended for Australia earlier this year, along with the S-Cross and Swift Sport. The Ignis and Swift Sport were at the end of their life cycles, but the others live on in other markets. Production ended due to these vehicles – along with the three-door Jimny off-roader – lacking autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems that meet performance standards mandated in Australia from March 1, 2025. Suzuki Australia confirmed in February it had enough stock of the aforementioned vehicles to last into 2025. We've contacted Suzuki Australia to confirm how much stock is left of these. MORE: Explore the Suzuki Vitara showroom Content originally sourced from: The current Suzuki Vitara is gaining a hybrid powertrain next year, when the unrelated but similarly named electric e-Vitara will join the Japanese small car brand's local lineup. Both small crossover SUVs are due in Australia during the first quarter of 2026. The e-Vitara will be Suzuki's first electric vehicle (EV) in Australia, but for now the brand isn't publishing pricing or specification details. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Revealed in November 2024, the e-Vitara is built on the Heartect-e platform developed in collaboration with Daihatsu and Toyota. Depending on the market, it'll be offered in a choice of single-motor front-wheel drive configurations: one with a 49kWh battery and a 106kW/189Nm electric motor, the other with a 61kWh battery and outputs of 128kW and 189Nm. There's also a dual-motor all-wheel drive variant that gains a 48kW rear motor, bumping total outputs up to 135kW and 300Nm. It's offered with the larger of the two batteries. All-wheel drive variants feature a Trail mode that's said to offer the functionality of a limited-slip differential. The e-Vitara measures 100mm longer, 25mm wider and 25mm taller than the combustion-powered Vitara, riding a 200mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1702kg and 1899kg. It will serve as a rival to the likes of the Chery E5, Hyundai Kona Electric, Jeep Avenger, and Kia EV3. The Vitara Hybrid was originally confirmed for a late 2024 launch in Australia back in early 2024, but has been the subject of delays. Suzuki subsequently revealed a facelift for the Hungarian-built Vitara in April 2024, bringing upgrades to its suite of active safety and driver assist technology, as well as a larger 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen and a refreshed front fascia. The Vitara is offered in Europe with a choice of two powertrains, both offered with either front- or all-wheel drive. A 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system opens the range, producing 95kW of power and 235Nm of torque. Optional is a 1.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid with 75kW and 138Nm, mated with a 24.6kW/60Nm electric motor, a 140V lithium-ion battery, and a six-speed automated manual transmission. Arriving before the e-Vitara and Vitara Hybrid is the new Fronx light crossover SUV (pictured below), which goes on sale nationwide on September 1, 2025. Suzuki says this Fronx – short for 'Frontier Crossover' – will solidify its presence in the light SUV segment and "open the doors to younger buyers looking to upgrade from a smaller hatchback to an SUV". Revealed in January 2023, the Fronx measures 3995mm long, which slots it between the pint-size Ignis (which is in runout mode) and the Vitara. Production of the petrol-powered Vitara and Ignis ended for Australia earlier this year, along with the S-Cross and Swift Sport. The Ignis and Swift Sport were at the end of their life cycles, but the others live on in other markets. Production ended due to these vehicles – along with the three-door Jimny off-roader – lacking autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems that meet performance standards mandated in Australia from March 1, 2025. Suzuki Australia confirmed in February it had enough stock of the aforementioned vehicles to last into 2025. We've contacted Suzuki Australia to confirm how much stock is left of these. MORE: Explore the Suzuki Vitara showroom Content originally sourced from: The current Suzuki Vitara is gaining a hybrid powertrain next year, when the unrelated but similarly named electric e-Vitara will join the Japanese small car brand's local lineup. Both small crossover SUVs are due in Australia during the first quarter of 2026. The e-Vitara will be Suzuki's first electric vehicle (EV) in Australia, but for now the brand isn't publishing pricing or specification details. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Revealed in November 2024, the e-Vitara is built on the Heartect-e platform developed in collaboration with Daihatsu and Toyota. Depending on the market, it'll be offered in a choice of single-motor front-wheel drive configurations: one with a 49kWh battery and a 106kW/189Nm electric motor, the other with a 61kWh battery and outputs of 128kW and 189Nm. There's also a dual-motor all-wheel drive variant that gains a 48kW rear motor, bumping total outputs up to 135kW and 300Nm. It's offered with the larger of the two batteries. All-wheel drive variants feature a Trail mode that's said to offer the functionality of a limited-slip differential. The e-Vitara measures 100mm longer, 25mm wider and 25mm taller than the combustion-powered Vitara, riding a 200mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1702kg and 1899kg. It will serve as a rival to the likes of the Chery E5, Hyundai Kona Electric, Jeep Avenger, and Kia EV3. The Vitara Hybrid was originally confirmed for a late 2024 launch in Australia back in early 2024, but has been the subject of delays. Suzuki subsequently revealed a facelift for the Hungarian-built Vitara in April 2024, bringing upgrades to its suite of active safety and driver assist technology, as well as a larger 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen and a refreshed front fascia. The Vitara is offered in Europe with a choice of two powertrains, both offered with either front- or all-wheel drive. A 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system opens the range, producing 95kW of power and 235Nm of torque. Optional is a 1.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid with 75kW and 138Nm, mated with a 24.6kW/60Nm electric motor, a 140V lithium-ion battery, and a six-speed automated manual transmission. Arriving before the e-Vitara and Vitara Hybrid is the new Fronx light crossover SUV (pictured below), which goes on sale nationwide on September 1, 2025. Suzuki says this Fronx – short for 'Frontier Crossover' – will solidify its presence in the light SUV segment and "open the doors to younger buyers looking to upgrade from a smaller hatchback to an SUV". Revealed in January 2023, the Fronx measures 3995mm long, which slots it between the pint-size Ignis (which is in runout mode) and the Vitara. Production of the petrol-powered Vitara and Ignis ended for Australia earlier this year, along with the S-Cross and Swift Sport. The Ignis and Swift Sport were at the end of their life cycles, but the others live on in other markets. Production ended due to these vehicles – along with the three-door Jimny off-roader – lacking autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems that meet performance standards mandated in Australia from March 1, 2025. Suzuki Australia confirmed in February it had enough stock of the aforementioned vehicles to last into 2025. We've contacted Suzuki Australia to confirm how much stock is left of these. MORE: Explore the Suzuki Vitara showroom Content originally sourced from: The current Suzuki Vitara is gaining a hybrid powertrain next year, when the unrelated but similarly named electric e-Vitara will join the Japanese small car brand's local lineup. Both small crossover SUVs are due in Australia during the first quarter of 2026. The e-Vitara will be Suzuki's first electric vehicle (EV) in Australia, but for now the brand isn't publishing pricing or specification details. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Revealed in November 2024, the e-Vitara is built on the Heartect-e platform developed in collaboration with Daihatsu and Toyota. Depending on the market, it'll be offered in a choice of single-motor front-wheel drive configurations: one with a 49kWh battery and a 106kW/189Nm electric motor, the other with a 61kWh battery and outputs of 128kW and 189Nm. There's also a dual-motor all-wheel drive variant that gains a 48kW rear motor, bumping total outputs up to 135kW and 300Nm. It's offered with the larger of the two batteries. All-wheel drive variants feature a Trail mode that's said to offer the functionality of a limited-slip differential. The e-Vitara measures 100mm longer, 25mm wider and 25mm taller than the combustion-powered Vitara, riding a 200mm longer wheelbase. It weighs between 1702kg and 1899kg. It will serve as a rival to the likes of the Chery E5, Hyundai Kona Electric, Jeep Avenger, and Kia EV3. The Vitara Hybrid was originally confirmed for a late 2024 launch in Australia back in early 2024, but has been the subject of delays. Suzuki subsequently revealed a facelift for the Hungarian-built Vitara in April 2024, bringing upgrades to its suite of active safety and driver assist technology, as well as a larger 9.0-inch infotainment touchscreen and a refreshed front fascia. The Vitara is offered in Europe with a choice of two powertrains, both offered with either front- or all-wheel drive. A 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system opens the range, producing 95kW of power and 235Nm of torque. Optional is a 1.5-litre four-cylinder hybrid with 75kW and 138Nm, mated with a 24.6kW/60Nm electric motor, a 140V lithium-ion battery, and a six-speed automated manual transmission. Arriving before the e-Vitara and Vitara Hybrid is the new Fronx light crossover SUV (pictured below), which goes on sale nationwide on September 1, 2025. Suzuki says this Fronx – short for 'Frontier Crossover' – will solidify its presence in the light SUV segment and "open the doors to younger buyers looking to upgrade from a smaller hatchback to an SUV". Revealed in January 2023, the Fronx measures 3995mm long, which slots it between the pint-size Ignis (which is in runout mode) and the Vitara. Production of the petrol-powered Vitara and Ignis ended for Australia earlier this year, along with the S-Cross and Swift Sport. The Ignis and Swift Sport were at the end of their life cycles, but the others live on in other markets. Production ended due to these vehicles – along with the three-door Jimny off-roader – lacking autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems that meet performance standards mandated in Australia from March 1, 2025. Suzuki Australia confirmed in February it had enough stock of the aforementioned vehicles to last into 2025. We've contacted Suzuki Australia to confirm how much stock is left of these. MORE: Explore the Suzuki Vitara showroom Content originally sourced from:
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Maruti Suzuki's May sales up 3% to 180,077 units
Maruti Suzuki India Limited reported total sales of 180,077 units in May 2025, marking a 3% increase from the 174,551 units sold in the same month last year. The total includes domestic sales, exports, and deliveries to other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Domestic and export sales breakdown In the domestic market, Maruti Suzuki sold 138,690 units, which includes 135,962 passenger vehicles and 2,728 light commercial vehicles (LCVs). This figure is lower than the 146,694 units sold in May 2024. Sales to other OEMs stood at 10,168 units, while exports rose to 31,219 units from 17,367 units a year earlier. Segment-wise performance The compact segment, comprising models such as the Baleno, Celerio, Dzire, Ignis, Swift, and WagonR, recorded sales of 61,502 units. Mini cars including the Alto and S-Presso accounted for 6,776 units. Utility vehicles, which include models like the Brezza, Ertiga, Fronx, and Grand Vitara, registered sales of 54,899 units. The Eeco van contributed 12,327 units. Total sales for the financial year to date (April-May 2025) reached 359,868 units, up from 342,640 units during the same period last year.>
Business Upturn
01-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Upturn
Maruti Suzuki India reports 7% YoY growth to 179,791 units in total sales for April 2025
Maruti Suzuki India Limited recorded total sales of 179,791 units in April 2025, reflecting a 7% year-on-year (YoY) increase compared to 168,089 units sold in April 2024. The figures include domestic sales, OEM supply, and exports. Compact Segment Performance Sales in the compact segment rose to 61,591 units in April 2025, compared to 56,953 units in April 2024. This segment includes Baleno, Celerio, Dzire, Ignis, Swift, and WagonR. Combined sales of the mini and compact segments slightly declined from 68,472 to 67,923 units. Mid-Size Segment Performance Sales of the mid-size sedan Ciaz stood at 321 units, showing a decrease from 867 units in April 2024. Overall passenger car sales across mini, compact, and mid-size segments totaled 68,244 units, compared to 69,339 units in the previous year. Utility Vehicles Performance Utility vehicles, including Brezza, Ertiga, Fronx, Grand Vitara, Invicto, Jimny, and XL6, saw an increase in sales to 59,022 units, up from 56,553 units in April 2024. Van and LCV Sales Update The Eeco van registered 11,438 units in April 2025, slightly lower than the 12,060 units sold in April 2024. Light commercial vehicle Super Carry sold 3,349 units, marking an increase from 2,496 units in the same month last year. Total Domestic Sales Including LCV and OEM Total domestic sales, including passenger vehicles, LCVs, and OEM supply, reached 151,880 units in April 2025, up from 145,929 units in April 2024. Sales to other OEMs also increased, reaching 9,827 units from 5,481 last year. Exports Performance Maruti Suzuki exported 27,911 units in April 2025, a 26% increase from 22,160 units in April 2024. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Infogain Launches Ignis, an AI Innovation Engine for Intelligent Business Transformation
Ignis leverages agentic frameworks and strategic partnerships to drive innovation and help businesses realize the full potential of AI. LOS GATOS, Calif. & NOIDA, India, March 20, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Infogain, a leader in digital customer experience engineering based in Silicon Valley, today announced the launch of Ignis, an AI innovation engine designed to turn AI ambitions into real business impact. Ignis harnesses smart agentic frameworks and next-generation AI tools to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions, empowering businesses to unlock the full potential of their data with advanced AI tools and accelerators. Ignis rapidly takes enterprises from AI exploration to AI realization in three powerful ways. To begin, AI-first offerings help businesses navigate the complexities of AI adoption through a structured journey—from AI strategy to AI realization to delivering real business value. Then, Aiden, a cloud-agnostic, fully customizable agentic framework, helps automate workflows and orchestrates AI agents at scale. Lastly, by activating a growing innovation ecosystem, Ignis brings together the best of AI -- startups, academia, hyperscalers, and tech pioneers -- to co-create AI solutions. "The future belongs to those who leverage AI for faster innovation and stay ahead of the curve. At Infogain, we're not merely helping our clients adopt AI, we're fully committed to accelerating its implementation at scale. Ignis, our AI Innovation engine, is built to accelerate enterprises on their AI-first journey and to integrate AI for tangible results in everything they do," said Dinesh Venugopal, CEO at Infogain. "Ignis is designed to embed AI seamlessly into the core of enterprises, thus empowering organizations to unlock their full potential." Ignis is a key element in Infogain's move towards an AI-first, AI-everywhere approach to creating a robust ecosystem of continuous innovation. Through partnerships dedicated to co-innovation, research, and new product development, Ignis will foster tech incubation and results-driven digital transformation. Dinesh added, "Infogain goes beyond AI discussions to AI activations by making them a reality for our customers. Through AI-powered automation, intelligent workflows, and actionable insights, we're delivering value where it matters most. This is the future of business in an AI-first world, and it's powered by Ignis." With a strong foundation in AI-led innovation, Ignis brings clients the best of the AI ecosystem through tailored solutions, an agentic platform, and a team of AI-ready talent. For more information on Ignis, please visit About Infogain Infogain is a leader in digital customer experience engineering based in Silicon Valley. Infogain engineers business outcomes for Fortune 500 companies and digital natives in the technology, healthcare, insurance, travel, telecom, and retail/CPG industries. It accelerates experience-led transformation in the delivery of digital platforms using technologies such as cloud, microservices, automation, IoT, and artificial intelligence. Infogain is a multi-cloud expert across hyperscale cloud providers – Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform and Amazon Web Services. Infogain, an Apax Funds portfolio company, has offices in California, Washington, Texas, the UK, and Singapore, with delivery centers in Seattle, Dallas, Montevideo, Kraków, Noida, Bengaluru, Pune, Gurgaon, and Mumbai. To learn more, visit View source version on Contacts Vipin Sign in to access your portfolio
