Maruti Grand Vitara has been receiving overwhelming response from buyers and proof of its lies in the fact that it clocked sales of 8,000 units in its first month of launch. After the Creta and Seltos, it became the third top-selling mid-size SUV in the country.
The carmaker started accepting its bookings in the month of July and since then it gathered over 75,000 bookings. The hybrid variants, which are high in-demand, command 35 percent of the total orders.
Maruti Grand Vitara Waiting Period
| Variant | Waiting Period |
| Alpha, Alpha AWD, Alpha AT | 8-10 weeks |
| Delta MT | 18-20 weeks |
| Zeta MT | 10-12 weeks |
| Delta AT, Alpha+ Strong Hybrid | 22-24 weeks |
| Sigma, Zeta+ Strong Hybrid | 22-28 weeks |
Currently, the Grand Vitara has a waiting period of up to 28 weeks (i.e. around 7 months). Its Alpha, Alpha AWD and Alpha AT variants can be had after a wait of 8 to 10 weeks, while the Delta and Zeta manual variants have a waiting period of 18-20 weeks and 10-12 weeks respectively. The Delta automatic and Alpha+ strong hybrid models command a waiting period of 22 to 24 weeks. The entry-level Sigma and range-topping Zeta+ strong hybrid variants have a maximum waiting period of 22-28 weeks. Read – Maruti Brezza CNG Reaches Dealerships Ahead of Launch
The Maruti Grand Vitara has been made available with two engine options – a 1.5L K15C petrol with mild hybrid tech and a 1.5L TNGA petrol strong hybrid. The self-charging hybrid SUV comes with four drive modes – EV, Eco, Power and Normal. Its mild hybrid powertrain delivers a claimed power of 101bhp and 136Nm of torque. It can be had with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox. It comes with the optional Suzuki’s AllGrip AWD system.
The strong hybrid powertrain pushes out a maximum power of 92bhp at 5,500rpm and 122Nm of torque at 4,400rpm. The setup has an AC synchronous motor generating 79bhp and 141Nm. The maximum usable power and torque stands at 115bhp and 122Nm respectively. The strong hybrid powertrain is available with an e-CVT gearbox and promises a fuel economy of 28kmpl.
