Maruti Suzuki India Limited has achieved a major safety milestone as the e VITARA, India’s first global electric vehicle, has been awarded a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating. The recognition was presented by Shri Nitin Gadkari.
The e VITARA was voluntarily submitted for Bharat NCAP testing, further strengthening Maruti Suzuki’s growing lineup of 5-star-rated models, which now includes the All-New Dzire, VICTORIS and INVICTO.
Engineered on Suzuki’s all-new HEARTECT-e platform, purpose-built for electric vehicles, the e VITARA delivers exceptional crash safety, high structural rigidity and advanced high-voltage protection. The EV has been rigorously tested in extreme environments—from scorching desert heat to sub-zero snowy terrains—with its battery systems validated to perform reliably from +60°C to –30°C.
Offered with both 49 kWh and 61 kWh battery options, the e VITARA combines strong performance, long range, superior comfort and global safety standards—setting a new benchmark for Made-in-India electric mobility.
Speaking on the award, Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon’ble Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, said, “Congratulations to Maruti Suzuki for achieving 5-star Bharat NCAP in both adult and child occupant protection for their e VITARA. I am especially glad that Maruti Suzuki has shown real leadership in providing 7 airbags as standard across all variants of the e VITARA.”
Elaborating on the occasion, Mr. Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited , said, “The 5-star Bharat NCAP rating for e VITARA, our first Battery Electric Vehicle, is a moment of immense pride for all of us at Maruti Suzuki. Using the Bharat NCAP 5-star rating, we will export the e VITARA to more than 100 countries of the world. Bharat NCAP’s globally benchmarked stringent vehicle test protocols have been a catalyst in empowering customers to make informed decisions. I thank the Hon’ble Minister Mr. Gadkari, the officials in his Ministry and test agencies for their rigorous efforts and commitment in shaping India’s journey towards safe mobility.”
e VITARA: Advanced Safety at Global Standards
Maruti Suzuki’s e VITARA comes equipped with a comprehensive safety suite featuring a high-strength body structure with over 60% ultra-high and high-tensile steel, advanced battery protection architecture, and an extensive list of active and passive safety features.
Key Highlights:
- Level 2 ADAS with AEB, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Keep Assist & Lane Departure functions
- Adaptive Cruise Control, Adaptive High-Beam System & Blind Spot Monitoring
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert and 360° Surround View Camera
- 7 airbags including driver knee airbag
- ABS with EBD, Brake Assist, and All-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Electronic Stability Program, Hill Hold Control & Multi-Collision Braking
- ISOFIX child seat mounts, 3-point seatbelts for all, and full cabin seatbelt reminders
- Tyre-Pressure Monitoring System, front & rear parking sensors
- Day/Night Auto-dimming IRVM
- e-Call emergency SOS functionality
