Published : 29 January 2023
Read Time : 5 min
Author: Amit Saraswat
Suzuki Motor Corporation, the parent company of Maruti Suzuki India Limited, recently revealed their global EV roadmap. As per their planned EV roadmap, Maruti Suzuki will launch 6 new all-electric vehicles in the Indian market by 2030. The entry level model in the upcoming electric range could be an Alto-sized electric hatchback.
Maruti Suzuki Alto Electric?
Maruti Suzuki Alto is one of the most affordable cars currently on sale in the Indian market. While the recently-launched Alto K10 is doing well for the carmaker, the days of the original Alto 800 are numbered. However, the carmaker can reincarnate the popular nameplate with an all-electric offering in the future. The teaser image reveals the silhouette of the EV, which looks similar to the Japan-spec Alto. It gets C-shaped LED headlights and boxy proportions.
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Maruti Suzuki Alto Electric Expected Details
Suzuki haven’t revealed any details about the powertrain and battery of the upcoming small electric hatchback. We expect this model to be the most affordable electric offering from Maruti Suzuki stable in India. It is likely to be targeted as an intercity commuter with an expected range of 150 - 200km on a single charge. It could pack a 20kWh battery pack with fast charging capabilities as well.
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Maruti Suzuki EV Roadmap
Apart from the Alto-based small electric hatchback, the carmaker has confirmed 5 more electric offerings for India. Sitting above the small electric hatchback could be the Hustler EV and Fronx EV. However, the aforementioned models will hit the market after the launch of the eVX concept, which will take place in 2025.
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