Maruti Suzuki Launches e VITARA BEV with BaaS Model

Maruti Suzuki India Limited has officially commenced sales of its e VITARA Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), introducing it at an introductory Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) price of Rs 10.99 lakh, as disclosed in a recent exchange filing.

Under the BaaS model, customers can opt for a battery rental plan priced at Rs 3.99 per kilometre, separating the battery cost from the vehicle’s upfront price. To further enhance the ownership proposition, the company is offering a complimentary home charger and installation package valued at Rs 50,000, along with free charging for one year.

Bookings for the e VITARA are now open at NEXA showrooms and through the NEXA website, with an initial booking amount of INR 21,000.

The e VITARA comes with an eight-year warranty on the battery pack and a standard three-year vehicle warranty. Customers also have the option to extend the vehicle warranty to five years by paying an additional amount, providing greater long-term assurance.

Platform, Engineering and Performance Highlights

According to the product brochure, the e VITARA is equipped with a high-capacity battery pack comprising 120 lithium-ion cells. The system is engineered to deliver reliable performance across extreme temperature conditions ranging from minus 30°C to 60°C.

The platform incorporates over 50 percent high-tensile steel, enhancing structural rigidity and safety. Built on a long wheelbase of 2,700 mm with short overhangs, the SUV offers a turning radius of 5.2 metres, aimed at improving manoeuvrability in urban conditions.

The vehicle is equipped with Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Key features include adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, adaptive high beam system and blind spot monitoring, among others. 

Global Development and Export Footprint

The e VITARA SUV has been developed under parent Suzuki Motor Corporation’s global design and manufacturing collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation. Production in India began in August last year.

In 2025, the company exported 13,000 units of the model to 28 countries, underscoring its global manufacturing integration and export capability.

EV Market Context: India

Battery rental models are not new to the Indian market. JSW MG Motor India, the Indian venture of SAIC Motor, introduced a similar scheme in September 2023.

Electric vehicle adoption in India has accelerated following multiple launches from Tata Motors, Hyundai Motor India, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tesla over the past year.

EVs accounted for approximately 5 percent of India’s total car sales in 2025, nearly doubling from the previous year. The government has set a target for electric vehicles to represent 30 percent of all passenger vehicle sales by 2030, signalling continued policy and industry push toward electrification.