By proceeding, you agree to our
Terms And Conditions.
Ad
Ad
Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to reveal an all-electric SUV concept at the 2023 Delhi Auto Expo. The automaker is still without a pure EV in its lineup, and has been slow to act on the rapidly growing Indian electric car market. When compared, rival automaker Tata Motors has quickly grabbed a whopping 84 percent EV market share in just under 4 years.
Codenamed YY8, the Maruti EV Concept is expected to be a major highlight at the upcoming motor show. It will provide insights into Maruti Suzuki’s electric vehicle development plans. Further the vehicle is jointly being developed by Maruti Suzuki and Toyota. Unlike products such as the Maruti Grand Vitara and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, the YY8 SUV for Toyota will be an entirely different version. For Maruti, the electric SUV is expected to be launched around the first quarter of 2025. It will be produced at the company’s Gujarat plant. Being a global product, the electric SUV will be developed for both the domestic and international markets, with around 50 percent of total production to be exported.
The YY8 Concept will look completely different from Maruti’s current lineup, featuring a brand-new and futuristic design language. It will be underpinned by a version of Toyota’s 40 PL global platform.
Being a skateboard architecture platform, where the batteries are laid low and between the wheels, the YY8 will have a bigger battery and a spacious interior. In fact, while it will be around 4.2 meters in length, around the size of a Hyundai Creta, the electric SUV’s wheelbase will be around 2,700 mm, more than even the MG ZS EV.
Two battery pack options are expected to be available for the Maruti YY8, a 48 kWh and a 59 kWh unit. The former will have an electric range of around 400 kms under standard test conditions while the latter should have close to 500 kms of estimated range.
Maruti will be sourcing the LFP blade cell batteries from Chinese brand BYD. Blade cell technology offers major advantages in weight, range, and packaging. Maruti hopes that the new battery tech will give the YY8 an advantage over its rivals, especially against Tata’s range of EVs, which use traditional LFP cylindrical cells which are not as efficient.
The YY8 will be offered in both two-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions. However, it is not confirmed yet if the AWD model will be launched in the domestic market.
Read Also: Maruti Suzuki YY8 Electric SUV Expected Launch Date Diwali 2024
The Maruti YY8 electric SUV and its Toyota cousin are slated to launch in the Indian market between January to February 2025. It is speculated that the automaker is targeting a price range of around Rs 13 lakh - Rs 15 lakh
Ad
Tata Harrier EV QWD Launched - Full Price List Out
The Tata Harrier EV QWD is available at an introductory price tag of Rs 28.99 lakh; official bookings to open on 2nd July 2025.
Amit Sharma
Read More
Upcoming Maruti and Toyota SUVs Launching in FY2025-26
Maruti and Toyota to launch new SUVs and EVs in FY2025-26, including the Maruti e-Vitara, Escudo, Toyota Urban Cruiser EV, and a new Toyota SUV.
Konica Singh
Read More
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 and GT 63 PRO Launched - Price in India Starts From Rs 3 Crore
The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 is available at a price tag of Rs 3 crore, while the higher-spec GT 63 PRO is priced at Rs 3.65 crore, ex-showroom.
Amit Sharma
Read More
2025 Mahindra Scorpio N ADAS Prices Revealed; New Z8T Variant Launched
Mahindra Scorpio N gets Level-2 ADAS and a new Z8T variant. Prices start at Rs 20.29 lakh for Z8T and Rs 21.35 lakh for ADAS-equipped trims.
Konica Singh
Read More
Next-gen Maruti Baleno - Hybrid Engine, Mileage Over 35kmpl, Launch Details
The next-gen Maruti Suzuki Baleno is likely to be launched by the end of 2026 or early 2027. It will get the new 1.2L Series hybrid engine with a mileage of over 35kmpl.
Amit Sharma
Read More
Mahindra NU Platform to Debut Alongside Next-Gen Bolero Neo on August 15
Mahindra to unveil its new NU Platform and 2025 Bolero Neo facelift on August 15, featuring updated design, modern features, and multi-powertrain support.
Konica Singh
Read More
Kia Clavis Electric India Reveal on July 15; Launch Likely in August
Scheduled to make its India debut on July 15, 2025, the new Kia Carens Clavis EV is expected to go on sale in the country in August 2025
Amit Sharma
Read More
Ad
Ad
All Over India
Stay Updated, Pay Less
Choose the Right Car
Multiple Finance Options
Monday - Saturday
10:00am - 6:30pm
+91 7947722777, +91 7479000444, +91 9311718549
contact@carlelo.com