Suzuki Gas Kicks with the Release of Four New Models in 2026, Including an Electric MPV

Suzuki e Vitara. (Photo: Maruti)

JAKARTA - After going through 2025 which tends to be cool, Maruti Suzuki is preparing to be more aggressive in 2026, not to mention, four new models have been prepared, ranging from pure electric vehicles to updates on popular models targeting the economic and premium markets.

This year Maruti Suzuki only launched the Victoris, but the situation will change completely next year. The Indian-Japanese joint venture is back to an offensive strategy with a series of launches that will open a new era for their vehicle line.

Reported by Gaadiwaadi, Monday, December 22, the inaugural launch of the Maruti e Vitara will be the opening gong of 2026. The company's first pure electric car is designed as a direct competitor to the Hyundai Creta Electric.

Two variants will be offered, each equipped with a 142 bhp front motor with a 49 kWh LFP battery, and a 172 bhp motor with a 61 kWh LFP battery. The highest claimed range is 543 kilometers.

The features implanted are quite tempting, ranging from an electric 10-way driver's seat, a 10.1-inch digital instrument panel, a 40:20:40 configuration rear row seat, to the Infinity by Harman audio system. Maruti Suzuki also equips the e Vitara with ADAS Level 2 and seven airbags.

The only downside is the absence of a panoramic sunroof on the e Vitara. At the end of the second quarter of 2026, Brezza will be available in a facelift version.

The exterior design is updated with a new bumper, new 16-inch alloy wheels, and additional color options. The interior is prepared more modern thanks to a 10.1-inch instrument screen and a wireless phone charger.

Meanwhile, the engine and transmission are expected to undergo no major changes. Then the next stage for the flex fuel version of Fronx, which previously appeared at the Japan Mobility Show 2025, and will be compatible with ethanol fuel up to 85 percent.

This step is in line with the Indian government's target of preparing E30 fuel nationwide by 2030. Then the end of 2026 is no less interesting, Maruti Suzuki is scheduled to introduce the second model based on the e Vitara platform, this time in the form of an electric MPV with the internal code 'YMC'.

Illustration of Suzuki's electric MPV candidate in India. (Photo: Maruti)

This car will face directly with the Kia Carens Clavis Electric and is estimated to carry batteries and e Vitara motors, with an estimated maximum range of around 500 kilometers. If everything goes according to schedule, 2026 will be a big revival year for Maruti Suzuki from the electric SUV segment to zero-emission MPVs.