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Ever feel like every other car you see on the road these days is an SUV? You’re not wrong. India has fallen head over heels for the high ground clearance, beefy looks, and do-it-all attitude of Sports Utility Vehicles. For decades, Maruti Suzuki was the undisputed king of Indian roads, but this SUV wave seemed to catch them off guard.

While competitors like Hyundai, Kia, and Tata were rolling out one hit SUV after another, Maruti’s market share, which once comfortably sat above the 50% mark, started to slip. It seemed the king of small cars was losing its grip on what the modern Indian family wanted.

But if you thought Maruti Suzuki was going to just sit back and watch, you were mistaken. They’ve been quietly drawing up a massive battle plan, and it’s all about one thing: SUVs.

The Big Comeback Plan: 8 New SUVs in 6 Years

That’s right. According to recent reports, Maruti Suzuki is planning to launch a staggering eight new SUVs in India over the next six years. This isn’t just a minor update; it’s a full-blown strategic assault to reclaim lost ground and dominate the hottest segment in the Indian car market.

For a company that built its empire on hatchbacks and sedans, this is a huge shift. After testing the waters with successful models like the Brezza, Grand Vitara, and the stylish Fronx, Maruti is now ready to go all-in.

What Kind of SUVs Can We Expect?

The company is aiming to cover all its bases. The plan isn’t just to launch eight versions of the same car. We can expect a diverse lineup targeting different buyers and price points:

• Compact SUVs: More models will likely join the ranks of the Brezza and Fronx to fight it out in the most competitive part of the market.
• Mid-Size Challengers: The Grand Vitara has already proven that Maruti can compete with the likes of the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. Expect more action here, possibly with different features or engine options.
• New Segments: There are whispers that Maruti might even venture into larger, three-row SUV segments to challenge cars like the Mahindra XUV700 or Tata Safari.

The best part? These new models will likely come with a variety of engine options. You can expect everything from efficient petrol engines to the popular mild and strong hybrid systems, and possibly even some fully electric SUVs down the line.

This is a clear signal from Maruti Suzuki. They’ve heard the customer, they’ve seen the market trends, and now they are coming back with a vengeance. For us, the car buyers, this is nothing but great news. More competition means more choices, better features, and more aggressive pricing.

The SUV war in India is about to get a whole lot more interesting.

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