4 New Maruti SUVs Coming by 2026: India’s SUV wave isn’t slowing down, and Maruti Suzuki is lining up a busy 2025–2026 with two confirmed launches and two more strongly-tipped updates/new entries.
Below is a crisp, buyer-oriented look at the four Maruti SUVs to watch—what each is, when they’re due, the likely tech/powertrains, and who they’ll square up against (from Mahindra’s new-age EVs to Tata’s hot sellers).
1) Maruti Suzuki e Vitara (born-EV) — 2025
Maruti’s first mass-market electric SUV has already entered series production in Gujarat (Hansalpur-Becharaji). The company has said India will be the global production hub, with 50,000–100,000 units earmarked for export each year. Reuters also notes the e-Vitara will target rivals like Mahindra XEV 9e and Hyundai’s electric Creta.
On the product side, Maruti’s official NEXA page confirms the e-Vitara gets Level-2 ADAS (Adaptive Cruise Control, AEB, Lane Departure Warning, etc.), seven airbags including a knee airbag, and a robust battery thermal management setup. The brand markets a ~500 km claimed range and scheduled charging, plus home and DC fast-charging options.
Most outlets expect two battery packs (≈49 kWh & 61 kWh), with FWD/AWD configurations and a max range claim up to ~500 km for the larger pack. HT Auto’s model page (eVX/e-Vitara) also pegs expected pricing in the ₹20–30 lakh ballpark and reiterates the two-pack strategy.
Rivals (Mahindra → Tata): Mahindra XEV 9e/BE 6 (now with wider battery options), Tata Curvv EV (already debuted), and, depending on price, even Nexon EV top trims.
Why it matters: This is Maruti’s EV beachhead with “mainstream” positioning and big volumes. Expect strong focus on charging convenience (home + fast DC) and a familiar, Grand-Vitara-adjacent size that Indian buyers already trust.
2) New Midsize SUV (Codename: Y17 / “Escudo”) — September 3, 2025
This is Maruti’s second model in the Creta/Seltos class—a 5-seater, not a 7-seater—and it will be sold via Arena (positioned below Grand Vitara). Autocar reports a price band of ~₹10.5–16 lakh, Global-C platform underpinnings, and likely carry-over of Vitara’s features (9-inch screen, wireless connectivity, etc.). Powertrains are expected to mirror the Vitara mix: 1.5 mild-hybrid, strong hybrid, and CNG options.
ETAuto further confirms the Sept 3, 2025 unveil and that this SUV is the first product from Maruti’s new Kharkhoda (Haryana) plant, targeting ~10,000 units/month at scale. Strategically, it’s aimed to claw back mass-market share amid intensifying SUV competition.
Rivals (Mahindra → Tata): Primarily Hyundai Creta/Kia Seltos per Autocar; inside India Inc., expect cross-shopping with Tata’s upcoming Curvv ICE (price overlap) and, at the margins, Mahindra’s XUV 3XO top trims or entry Scorpio-N variants depending on Y17’s final pricing.
Why it matters: It plugs Maruti’s biggest volume hole—a value-leaning midsize SUV below Grand Vitara—and, if priced right, could be Maruti’s new workhorse in the hottest segment.
3) Jimny (Facelift/Safety Upgrade) — Expected 2025 (JP) → India in 2025–26 Window
Globally, Suzuki is rolling out a Jimny update that focuses on ADAS & safety, not styling. Reports flag AEB, Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Sign Recognition, Reverse Brake Support, etc., with the exterior largely unchanged. India’s five-door Jimny could inherit these features in forthcoming model-year updates.
Rivals (Mahindra → Tata): The Jimny’s natural rival is the Mahindra Thar (5-door on sale). Tata doesn’t field a direct ladder-frame 4×4, so cross-shopping is limited—though lifestyle-SUV interest sometimes spills into compact crossovers.
Why it matters: Even modest feature upgrades (especially ADAS) will materially improve the Jimny’s value proposition without diluting its go-anywhere DNA—exactly what off-road buyers have been asking for.
4) Entry “micro-SUV” (codename: Y43) — Expected 2026
Maruti is developing a compact SUV below Brezza to take on Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter. The plan, as outlined by Autocar, is for a 2026–27 market entry, plugging the gap where Maruti has relied on “SUV-ish” hatchbacks (S-Presso/Ignis) rather than a true micro-SUV. Multiple reports align on the positioning and timeline.
Rivals (Mahindra → Tata): Directly Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter; Mahindra doesn’t have a like-for-like micro-SUV yet, but the brand’s value play in the XUV range could attract overlapping buyers.
Why it matters: The micro-SUV space is a volume monster; a credible Maruti there can supercharge showroom footfalls and help the company regain its long-standing ~50% market share ambition over time.
Quick Buyer Takeaways
- 2025 is stacked: The e-Vitara EV and the Y17 midsize SUV are the headline launches. If you want an EV SUV with mainstream pricing/ownership, or a value-tilted midsize SUV under Grand Vitara, waiting makes sense.
- 2026 gets practical: Expect the Y43 to undercut Brezza and take the fight to Punch/Exter; the Jimny should quietly get safer and better specced.
- Competition (Mahindra → Tata) will be fierce: From Mahindra XEV 9e/BE 6 in EVs to Tata Curvv EV/ICE in the coupe-SUV space, Maruti’s entries won’t have it easy—good news for buyers on price and features.
FAQs
1) Which Maruti SUVs are definitely coming in 2025?
Two big ones: the e Vitara (EV)—already in production for exports—and the new midsize Y17 (Arena), unveiled on September 3, 2025.
2) What’s special about the e-Vitara?
It’s Maruti’s firstborn born-EV SUV with Level-2 ADAS, 7 airbags incl. knee airbag, smart charging features, and a claimed ~500 km range. Battery options are expected to be around 49 kWh and 61 kWh.
3) Expected prices?
- Y17 (Arena midsize SUV): Autocar pegs ~₹10.5–16 lakh (ex-showroom), undercutting Grand Vitara.
- e Vitara (EV): Many expect a ₹20–30 lakh range depending on battery/drive layout. Final pricing is TBA.
4) Will Jimny get a facelift in India in 2025–26? What changes?
Global updates in 2025 focus on ADAS/safety, with India expected to adopt similar features in a running update; styling remains mostly unchanged.
5) What is the Y43 micro-SUV, and when is it coming?
It’s a proper Punch/Exter rival positioned below Brezza, expected in 2026–27. This fills Maruti’s smallest true-SUV gap.
6) How do these stack up against Mahindra and Tata?
- The Vitara will go against the Mahindra XEV 9e/BE 6 and Tata Curvv EV.
- Y17 plays in Creta/Seltos land; Tata’s Curvv ICE (and possibly Harrier entry trims) could overlap, while Mahindra shoppers may cross-shop XUV 3XO/entry Scorpio-N depending on final pricing.
- Y43 directly targets Punch/Exter; Mahindra has no direct micro-SUV yet.
7) Should I wait or buy now?
- Want EV with mainstream servicing + strong resale prospects? Wait for the Vitara.
- Want a value midsize SUV with hybrid/CNG breadth? Wait for Y17.
- Want a tiny city-friendly SUV with big ground clearance? Y43 is worth waiting for if your purchase isn’t urgent.
- Hardcore 4×4 fan? Jimny’s ADAS update is a nice bonus; if you’re okay without it, current deals may be compelling.
8) Any caveats?
Launch timings, features, and prices can shift close to launch. Always re-check official info right before you book. (We’ve cited the latest, most reliable coverage below.)
Note: Specs/claims like range or ADAS features are based on official pages and current reporting at the time of writing; final India-spec details may vary by variant.