Toyota is all set to introduce the much-awaited mid-sized SUV, codenamed D22 on July 1, 2022. Reportedly to be called Toyota Hyryder, the new SUV is the first model to be jointly developed by Suzuki and Toyota JV in India. Maruti Suzuki will also introduce the new mid-sized SUV, codenamed YFG in the country by July-August 2022. It is reportedly to be called the new Maruti Suzuki Vitara.
It was reported that the new Hyryder & Vitara SUVs will be based on Toyota’s TNGA-B or DNGA platform. However, latest media report claims that the Japanese duo has decided to use the Suzuki’s Global-C platform to develop the new SUVs. Toyota will develop the two SUVs, but the platform will be sourced from Suzuki.
For people not in the know, the Suzuki’s Global-C platform currently underpins the Brezza, S-Cross and the global Suzuki Vitara SUV. Interestingly, the upcoming Maruti Vitara will be a global product and will replace the existing Suzuki Vitara in overseas markets. The new SUV will be developed in India and will be exported to Europe and Japan.
Not just platform, the new Hyryder and the Vitara will share the 1.5L K15C dual-jet petrol engine from Maruti Suzuki. The SUVs will come with full or strong hybrid option. The hybrid tech will be sourced from Toyota. The integration of Maruti’s 1.5L K15C petrol engine with Toyota’s full-hybrid tech has been done by Suzuki itself.
The mild hybrid system is reportedly to offer a peak power of 103PS, while the strong hybrid unit will be good for 116PS. The mild hybrid system will come with AWD system, while the strong hybrid setup will come with the self-charging & FWD (front-wheel drive) system. The mild hybrid setup will come with two gearbox options – a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic. The strong hybrid will come with the e-CVT gearbox.
Competition, Launch Details
The new Toyota Hyryder & the Suzuki Vitara will be launched during this festive season, before Diwali. The new models are likely to cost somewhere between Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh. The new SUVs will rival the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, MG Astor, Volkswagen Taigun and the Skoda Kushaq.
Source – AutoCarIndia, Rendering Source
