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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition revealed. What's new?
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition is the latest addition to the lineup of the biggest carmaker in India. Maruti Suzuki has revealed the special edition of the Grand Vitara to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Nexa, the automaker's premium retail network, through which it sells models such as Ignis , Baleno, Fronx , Jimny , Invicto , etc., alongside the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara . The special edition SUV comes with an all-new, all-black cosmetic package. This comes as Maruti Suzuki's attempt to capitalise on the trend of black SUVs. In recent times, several carmakers, including Tata Motors, Mahindra and MG, have launched their respective SUVs' black edition iterations. Also Read : Upcoming cars in India While launch and pricing details of the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition are yet to be announced, here is a quick look at what are the key differences between the standard Grand Vitara and the Phantom Blaq edition. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq: How is it different The first noticeable thing about Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq is the unique matte paint finish and blacked-out details of the SUV. The special edition model is available solely in the top-spec Grand Vitara Alpha+ strong hybrid trim. It sports a new Matte Black paint finish, which is not available with any other variant. The paint is supplemented with blacked-out 17-inch alloy wheels. Maruti Suzuki has replaced every bit of chrome around the body with black trims, except the beltline and Maruti Suzuki emblems. While the exterior dons a significantly distinctive look thanks to the blacked-out elements and an all-black paint, the interior remains unchanged. The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition comes with no changes, as the SUV's strong hybrid variants already get an all-black cabin upholstered in leatherette and accented with champagne gold trim pieces. On the feature front, too, it gets no updates either The Grand VItara Phantom Blaq is available only with the strong hybrid powertrain. Powering the SUV is a 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine that is paired with a 0.76 kWh lithium-ion battery and front-mounted electric motor. This powertrain churns out a combined output of 114 bhp peak power. Mated to an e-CVT automatic gearbox, the Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq promises 27.97 kmpl fuel efficiency, just like the standard Grand Vitara. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
Time of India
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition revealed: Changes explained
Maruti Suzuki India has revealed the new Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition SUV in the Indian market. This special edition SUV will be available in limited numbers and has been introduced to mark the 10th anniversary of the brand's premium NEXA retail channel. Interested customers can book this new limited-run SUV online or by visiting their nearest Nexa dealership. Within the mid-size SUV space, the Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq competes with the Kia Seltos X-Line, Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun finished in Carbon Steel Grey Matte. Honda Drive To Discover: Kerala, Tamil Nadu's beauty during monsoons | TOI Auto The Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition is offered exclusively in the strong-hybrid Alpha+ top-spec trim. It debuts a matte black finish which is a first-ever colour option for any Maruti Suzuki model. On the outside, the Phantom Blaq Edition features a unique matte black paint, complemented by a de-chromed treatment, a blacked-out front grille, and 17-inch gloss black alloy wheels. Moving inside, it gets the same interior layout with an all-black theme with perforated faux leather seats and subtle champagne gold highlights. Features wise, it continues to get 8-way driver-powered seat, electronic parking brake, auto purify with PM 2.5 Display, LED cabin lamps, a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 7-inch digital instrument cluster (strong-hybrid only), ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, HUD display, 360-degree camera, wireless charger, ambient lighting, connected car tech, Arkamys sound system and more. In terms of safety, it gets electronic stability control (ESC), hill hold assist, ISOFIX child seat anchors, TPMS, Hill descent control and more. As mentioned previously, the Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition is exclusively offered with a 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder strong hybrid Atkinson cycle petrol engine sourced by Toyota. The engine puts out 115hp and is paired to an e-CVT gearbox. Maruti claims an efficiency of 27.97 kmpl. There's another mild-hybrid engine offered with regular variants - a 1.5-litre NA, 4-cyl, Petrol engine with 103 hp of power and 135 Nm of torque. This comes paired either with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter. This engine also gets an AWD option and has claimed fuel efficiency of 21.11kpl for the manual variants, 20.58kpl for the automatics and 19.38kpl for the manual AWD variant. Mr. Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, 'As we celebrate a decade of NEXA, the Grand Vitara PHANTOM BLAQ Edition reflects our ongoing commitment to inspire customers with specially curated innovations. This Limited Edition captures the essence of indulgence, offering an SUV that not only performs exceptionally but also aligns perfectly with the refined lifestyles of our discerning buyers.' He added, 'Since its debut, the Grand Vitara has garnered an exceptional response, achieving the milestone of 300,000 sales in just 32 months, setting a new benchmark in the mid-size SUV segment in India. This success is driven by its versatile powertrain portfolio, offering customers the choice of Strong Hybrid, ALLGRIP Select, and S-CNG powertrain options, catering to diverse customer needs. The exclusive new Grand Vitara PHANTOM BLAQ is set to elevate its desirability further.' Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
Hindustan Times
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition unveiled to mark 10 years of Nexa
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition has been unveiled in a bid to celebrate the 10th year anniversary of Maruti Suzuki 's Nexa retail channel. As NEXA's flagship SUV, the Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition is said to be built on the model's established credentials of exceptional performance and premium styling. Based on the Alpha plus variant with the strong hybrid powertrain, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition retains the basic design of the mid size SUV, however gets few distinct cosmetic changes. The company noted that exuding Nexa's philosophy of refined sophistication and understated elegance, the 'Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq' Edition is crafted to resonate with individuals who seek discerning style and sophistication in every drive. Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, stated that the limited edition captures the essence of indulgence, offering an SUV that not only performs exceptionally but also aligns perfectly with the refined lifestyles of our discerning buyers." He added that since its debut, the Grand Vitara has garnered an exceptional response, achieving the milestone of 300,000 sales in just 32 months. Also Read : 2025 Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara launched with 6 airbags and more features Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition: Design Based on the Alpha plus variant with the strong hybrid powertrain, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition retains the basic design of the mid size SUV, however gets few distinct cosmetic changes. It gets an all new matte black exterior paint finish along with all-black interior of the standard Grand Vitara with perforated faux leather upholstery and champagne gold accents. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition: Features In terms of features, the new edition gets the same set of features as the standard Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha Plus Strong Hybrid. It gets a panoramic sunroof along with ventilated front seats with perforated faux leather. The cabin further features a 9 inch SmartPlay Pro+ infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, complemented by Clarion sound system. Also Read : Maruti Suzuki sees compact car uptick in July amid structural stress in entry segment In terms of safety and convenience, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq gets a 360 view camera and Head-Up Display (HUD). Additionally, Suzuki Connect provides smart, connected car capabilities with remote access features, creating a truly modern and connected SUV experience. The Grand Vitara comes equipped with the NEXA Safety Shield - a comprehensive suite of advanced safety features. This includes six airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Hill Hold Control, Reverse Parking Sensors, 3-point seat belts with reminders and more. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq edition: Specs The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq features the 1.5L self charging hybrid powertrain termed as the 'intelligent hybrid system' paired with an e-CVT gearbox. Together, this powertrain delivers a combined output of 114 bhp – while the engine produces 91 bhp and a torque of 122 Nm, the motor puts out 79 bhp of power and 141 Nm of torque. Maruti claims a fuel efficiency of 27.97 kmpl on the strong hybrid version of the Grand Vitara Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
