Maruti Suzuki India Limited has commenced the export of its recently launched flagship product from its Nexa chain of dealerships, the Grand Vitara. The SUV had its first batch of export units dispatched to Latin America from the Kamarajar port, Chennai.
During CY2022, Maruti Suzuki managed to export over 2.60 lakh vehicles across the globe.
Maruti Suzuki Exports
Maruti Suzuki now exports 17 models to overseas markets. In 2022, the carmaker shipped over 2.6 lakh vehicles to countries in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, ASEAN, and neighbouring regions.
Back in 2022, Maruti Suzuki India registered an export of over 2.6 lakh vehicles, its highest exports in a calendar year ever. In September 2022, the company overtook Hyundai India as the country’s largest passenger vehicle exporter for the year. The automaker says that now with the addition of the Grand Vitara, it plans to further strengthen its position as India’s leading passenger vehicle exporter.
Official Statement
Commenting on the announcement, Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “Supporting the Government of India’s efforts to increase exports from India, Maruti Suzuki has taken multiple initiatives to increase its international presence. Expanding product portfolio for exports has been one of the key pillars of success.”
He further added, “By adding Grand Vitara, we now export a range of 17 vehicles. Grand Vitara, unveiled in July 2022, has received an overwhelming response in the domestic market and we are confident that the India-manufactured Grand Vitara will meet with similar success in overseas markets as well.”
About The Grand Vitara
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine with strong hybrid tech, paired with an e-CVT. Its other powertrain is a K15C 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol motor that comes mated to a 5-speed MT and a 6-speed AT which now gets a CNG option as well.
The SUV was launched in India back in September 2022 and currently, it comes priced from Rs 10.45 lakh to Rs 19.65 lakh, ex-showroom.