Suzuki Grand Vitara (2022)

The Suzuki Grand Vitara and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder are subcompact crossover SUVs (B-segment)[2] developed by Suzuki and produced by Toyota in India since 2022.[3][4] The Urban Cruiser Hyryder was released in July 2022 in India ahead of the Grand Vitara. It is available with a range of mild and strong hybrid petrol powertrains. The Grand Vitara replaced the S-Cross in India, while the Urban Cruiser Hyryder indirectly replaced the smaller Urban Cruiser, a rebadged Vitara Brezza. In January 2023, the Toyota-badged model was released as the Toyota Urban Cruiser in South Africa.[5]

For the other Vitara models, see Suzuki Vitara.
For the other Toyota models using the "Urban Cruiser" nameplate, see Toyota Urban Cruiser.

Suzuki Grand Vitara (YM)
2022 Suzuki Grand Vitara Zeta Smart Hybrid (India)
Overview
ManufacturerSuzuki
Also called
  • Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder (India)
  • Toyota Urban Cruiser (Africa)
Production2022–present
AssemblyIndia: Bidadi, Karnataka (TKM)
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformSuzuki Global C platform[1]
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
Power output
  • 76 kW (102 hp; 103 PS) (K15C MHEV)
  • 65 kW (87 hp; 88 PS) (K15C CNG); 74 kW (99 hp; 101 PS) (CNG model when in petrol mode)
  • 68 kW (91 hp; 92 PS) (M15D-FXE, petrol engine only); 85 kW (114 hp; 116 PS) (M15D-FXE, combined system output)
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length4,345–4,365 mm (171.1–171.9 in)
Width1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Height1,635–1,645 mm (64.4–64.8 in)
Kerb weight
  • 1,150–1,275 kg (2,535–2,811 lb) (MHEV)
  • 1,240–1,245 kg (2,734–2,745 lb) (CNG)
  • 1,270–1,310 kg (2,800–2,888 lb) (HEV)
Chronology
Predecessor

Overview

Prior to the launch of Grand Vitara, the Urban Cruiser Hyryder was released first in India on 1 July 2022.[6] The Grand Vitara followed later on 20 July. The vehicle was developed by Suzuki using the Global C platform shared with the SX4 S-Cross and the Vitara.

The mild hybrid model, marketed as "Smart Hybrid" by Suzuki and "NeoDrive" by Toyota, uses Suzuki's 1.5-litre K15C four-cylinder engine and the Smart Hybrid system developed by Suzuki. For the strong hybrid model, Suzuki incorporated the Toyota Hybrid System to the vehicle (marketed as "Intelligent Electric Hybrid" by Suzuki), which includes Toyota's 1.5-litre M15D-FXE three-cylinder engine similar to the XP210 series Toyota Yaris/Yaris Cross. Both engines met the Bharat Stage VI (BS VI) emission standards.

Production of both models started in August 2022 at Toyota Kirloskar Motor's second plant in Bidadi, while sales began in India in September.[7] Planned monthly production of both model is targeted at 18,000 to 19,000 units, with the Grand Vitara contributing 13,000 units.[8] Exports to African markets are planned.[4][9] In 2022, the vehicle contains 90 percent Indian parts.[10]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • 2022 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid V (India)
    2022 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid V (India)

Markets

India

In India, grade levels available for the Grand Vitara are Sigma, Delta, Zeta, and Alpha for mild hybrid models, and Zeta+ and Alpha+ for strong hybrid models. An all-wheel drive model marketed as AllGrip is available for the Alpha grade with manual transmission. The model is exclusively available at the Nexa dealership chain reserved for high-end Maruti Suzuki models.[11]

In January 2023, the CNG version of the K15C engine was introduced for the Grand Vitara.[12] The CNG model is only available for Delta and Zeta grades with single manual transmission option.

For the Urban Cruiser Hyryder, grade levels available in India are E, S, G, and V, with the former only available as a mild hybrid.[13] An all-wheel-drive model is offered for the V mild hybrid grade with manual transmission.[14] CNG models went on sale in January 2023 for S and G grades with manual transmission.[15]

Indonesia

The Grand Vitara was revealed for the Indonesian market at the 30th Indonesia International Motor Show on 16 February 2023,[16] and launched at the 2nd Gaikindo Jakarta Auto Week on 10 March.[17][18] It is only available as mild hybrid models powered by 1.5-litre K15C engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, and is available in GL and GX grade levels.

GCC

The Grand Vitara for the GCC markets was unveiled in UAE on 1 April 2023.

Sales
Year India
Suzuki Toyota
2022 23,425[19] 11,864[19]

References
  1. Raja, Ben (1 July 2022). "Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Makes Global Debut, Bookings Open". MotorBeam. India: MotorBeam Digital. Retrieved 1 July 2022.
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  4. "Toyota and Suzuki to Deepen Collaboration in the Fields of Development and Production in India" (Press release). Toyota Motor Corporation. 24 June 2022. Retrieved 1 July 2022.
  5. Woosey, Jason. "New Toyota Urban Cruiser revealed for SA, and it has a tightrope to walk". www.iol.co.za. Retrieved 27 January 2023.
  6. Agrawal, Deepika (1 July 2022). "2022 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder breaks cover as advanced, electrified SUV". Hindustan Times Auto News. India: Hindustan Times. Retrieved 1 July 2022.
  7. Ram, Ashwin (1 July 2022). "New Toyota HyRyder SUV Bookings Open – Brochure, Full Details". RushLane. India: RushLane. Retrieved 1 July 2022.
  8. Shyam, Ashutosh R. (25 July 2022). "Maruti Suzuki ups the SUV game with the launch of Grand Vitara - ET Auto". ETAuto.com. Retrieved 27 July 2022.
  9. Pappas, Thanos (1 July 2022). "Toyota Reveals New Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid SUV In India". Carscoops. US: Carscoops. Retrieved 1 July 2022.
  10. Thakkar, Ketan; Mukherjee, Sharmistha. "Toyota enters fast growing mid-size SUV with Urban Cruiser Hyryder to challenge Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos". The Economic Times.
  11. "All new Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara makes global debut". Autocar India. 20 July 2022. Retrieved 20 July 2022.
  12. "Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara S-CNG now available at NEXA" (Press release). Maruti Suzuki. 6 January 2023.
  13. Dubey, Vivek (1 July 2022). "Toyota unveils its first compact SUV 'Urban Cruiser Hyryder' for India, bookings start". Business Today. India: Living Media India. Retrieved 1 July 2022.
  14. Kalagi, Pradyumna (1 July 2022). "Toyota Hyryder SUV breaks cover; bookings open". Autocar India. India: Autocar India. Retrieved 1 July 2022.
  15. Dalvi, Akhil (30 January 2023). "Toyota Hyryder CNG launched at Rs 13.23 lakh". Autocar India. India: Autocar India. Retrieved 1 February 2023.
  16. Arthawijawa, Andhika (17 February 2023). "Suzuki Grand Vitara Come Back, Harga Masih Rahasia, Mesin & Fitur Bikin Ngiler". GridOto (in Indonesian). Retrieved 16 February 2023.
  17. Anshori, Luthfi (10 March 2023). "Harga Suzuki Grand Vitara Akhirnya Dirilis, Mulai Rp 359 Jutaan". detikoto (in Indonesian). Retrieved 10 March 2023.
  18. Muzaki, Ahmad (10 March 2023). "Resmi! Suzuki Rilis Harga Grand Vitara di GJAW 2023, Termurah Rp359 Juta". Otosia (in Indonesian). Retrieved 10 March 2023.
  19. "Hybrid Passenger Vehicle Sales Analysis - India". autopunditz.com. 31 January 2022.
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