Maruti Suzuki Likely To Showcase Innova Hycross-Based SUV At Auto Expo 2023

Most Notable Features Of Maruti Suzuki D-Segment SUV

Like the Toyota Innova Hycross it will be based on, the most notable feature of the upcoming 3-row SUV from Maruti is its strong hybrid powertrain. Apart from a normal 2.0L petrol engine, the upcoming Maruti Suzuki D-segment SUV will also come with a 2.0L hybrid petrol engine with a claimed fuel efficiency of 21.1kmpl. Other notable features, which the Maruti’s SUV will borrow from the Toyota Innova Hycross are:

• Panoramic sunroof
• Powered reclining 2nd row seats with calf rests
• Mood lighting
• Powered tailgate
• Ventilated front seats
• 10.1-inch touchscreen system with 8 speakers and a subwoofer
• 2-zone auto AC
• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane keep assist
• Auto-high beam
• Blind spot monitor
• 6 airbags

Maruti Suzuki 3-Row D-segment SUV Expected Specs

The upcoming Maruti Suzuki SUV will not only borrow its chassis from the Innova Hycross but also its engines and transmission. So, let’s take a look at the Innova Hycross’ specifications to check out what the Maruti Suzuki SUV is likely to offer D-segment SUV buyers:

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The Innova Hycross is a D2-segment MPV as it measures 4755mm long, 1850mm wide, 1795mm tall and sports a wheelbase of 2850mm. The upcoming Maruti Suzuki, however, will be marketed as a D2-segment SUV instead to cash in on the craze for SUVs. While the Toyota Innova Hycross does look like an SUV from various angles, the Japanese carmaker continue to call it an MPV and take full advantage of the Innova nameplate’s popularity in India.  

In terms of dimensions, the upcoming Maruti Suzuki SUV is likely to be in the same ballpark as the Innova Hycross. Hence, let’s take a look at how the Innova Hycross stacks up against other 3-row SUVs in the D segment.

Maruti Suzuki 3-Row D2-Segment SUV Rivals

The upcoming 3-row SUV from Maruti Suzuki will rival the likes of the Mahindra XUV700 7-seat, MG Hector Plus and the Mahindra Scorpio-N. Its higher variants could be offered as a more affordable alternative to SUVs such as the MG Gloster and the Isuzu MU-X.

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Maruti Nexa SUV Launch Timeline

Maruti have several new products lined up for 2023. Hence, it is hard to judge the exact timeline of the 3-row SUVs launch. However, we expect it to go on sale in the second quarter of 2023, after the launch of the crossover SUV based on the Baleno and before the launch of the Jimny 5-door SUV. Multiple test mules of Maruti Suzuki’s version of the Innova Hycross were spotted in November, so its launch can’t be that far ahead either.

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Maruti Suzuki Innova Hycross-Based SUV Expected Price

Like in the case of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, the Maruti version of the Innova Hycross is likely to be priced at a small premium over the Toyota MPV. This price premium will not only apply to the strong hybrid variants but even the normal petrol variants since both engines are supplied by Toyota. Hence, we can expect the Maruti Suzuki Innova Hycross-based 3-row D2-segment SUV to go on sale at a price of Rs. 18.25 lakh to Rs. 29.50 lakh. To know more about the logic behind our expected prices for the Innova Hycross, head here.

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