Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNG: Elevated Safety and Comfort for 2025
New Delhi, India – June 18, 2025 – Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has reinforced its commitment to offering safer and more feature-rich vehicles with the introduction of the 2025 Grand Vitara CNG lineup. This updated iteration of the popular mid-size SUV brings a significant leap in safety, with six airbags now standard across all S-CNG variants, alongside a suite of new convenience and comfort features designed to enhance the overall ownership experience.
The 2025 Grand Vitara S-CNG is available in two well-equipped trims: the Delta, priced at Rs 13.48 lakh, and the Zeta, at Rs 15.62 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom). These updates come at a time when the Grand Vitara has already crossed the significant milestone of 3 lakh unit sales in just 32 months, making it the fastest C-segment SUV to achieve this record, highlighting its strong market acceptance. However, it’s worth noting that in May 2025, the Grand Vitara’s sales stood at 5,197 units, a 47% year-on-year decline compared to May 2024, and it was outsold by its sibling, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, which recently received similar safety upgrades. This strategic update to the Grand Vitara CNG is crucial to bolster its competitive position in the increasingly fierce mid-size SUV segment.
Enhanced Safety: A Top Priority
The most significant upgrade in the 2025 Grand Vitara S-CNG is the standardization of six airbags. This move underscores Maruti Suzuki’s growing emphasis on passenger safety across its portfolio, a trend that is becoming increasingly important for Indian buyers. These six airbags (front, side, and curtain) complement an already robust safety net that includes:
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill Hold Assist: Providing better control and preventing rollbacks on inclines.
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD): Ensuring optimal braking performance in varying conditions.
- Disc Brakes at Both Ends: Offering superior stopping power.
- ISOFIX Mounts for Child Seats: Ensuring secure installation of child safety seats.
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): Alerting the driver to changes in tire pressure for enhanced safety and fuel efficiency.
- Rear Camera: Aiding in safer parking and reversing maneuvers.
Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, reiterated the company’s commitment, stating, “The new 2025 Grand Vitara S-CNG offers a range of new convenience & safety alongside the introduction of 6 airbags as standard. Powered by our Next-Gen K-series 1.5-litre Dual Jet Dual VVT engine, it delivers remarkable fuel-efficiency, without compromising on its exhilarating SUV drive experience. We are confident that the new Grand Vitara S-CNG will continue to win the hearts of customers with its robust safety and commendable efficiency.”
Elevated Comfort and Convenience
Beyond safety, the 2025 Grand Vitara CNG also boasts a new set of premium features designed to elevate the in-cabin experience:
- Ventilated Seats for the Front Row: A highly sought-after feature in India’s hot climate, providing enhanced comfort for the driver and co-passenger.
- Wireless Charging Pad: Offering convenient charging for compatible smartphones, reducing cable clutter.
- PM 2.5 Air Purifying Unit with Real-time Display: Addressing growing concerns about air quality, this system helps maintain a healthier cabin environment.
- Sunshades for Rear Windows: Adding to passenger comfort and privacy.
- 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen Infotainment System: This advanced system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, offering seamless smartphone integration.
- Clarion-sourced Speaker System: Providing an enhanced audio experience.
- Auto-folding Mirrors: Adding a touch of convenience and protection in tight spaces.
- Keyless Entry and Engine Push Start/Stop Button: For effortless entry and ignition.
- Rear AC Vents: Ensuring effective cooling for rear passengers.
- Automatic Climate Control: Maintaining a comfortable cabin temperature automatically.
- Suzuki Connect: Maruti Suzuki’s connected car technology suite, offering features like real-time vehicle tracking, geofencing, remote functions, and more.
- 17-inch Alloy Wheels: Enhancing the SUV’s visual appeal.
Unchanged Dimensions and Proven Powertrain
While the features and safety aspects have been upgraded, the physical dimensions of the mid-size SUV remain unchanged. The 2025 Grand Vitara CNG continues to measure 4,345 mm in length, 1,795 mm in width, and 1,645 mm in height, maintaining its familiar and commanding road presence.
Under the hood, the S-CNG version retains the reliable and efficient 1.5-litre Dual Jet, Dual VVT K-series petrol engine. When running on CNG, this engine is tuned to deliver a claimed efficiency of 26.6 km per kg, making it a highly economical option for daily commutes and longer journeys. In CNG mode, the engine produces 87.8 PS of power at 5,500 rpm and 121.5 Nm of torque at 4,200 rpm, paired exclusively with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
This factory-fitted CNG variant seamlessly integrates into the broader Grand Vitara lineup, which already offers a diverse range of powertrain options, including mild-hybrid, strong-hybrid, and even an AllGrip Select (AWD) equipped petrol variant. This multi-energy approach ensures that the Grand Vitara caters to a wide array of customer preferences and environmental consciousness.
The 2025 Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara CNG, with its enhanced safety features and upgraded cabin amenities, is poised to strengthen its appeal in the fiercely competitive mid-size SUV segment. By offering a compelling blend of fuel efficiency, comfort, and now, significantly improved safety, Maruti Suzuki aims to continue the Grand Vitara’s success story in the Indian market.
