If you are also one of those who are eagerly waiting for Maruti Suzuki’s new midsize SUV, then get ready, because this dream is about to come true! The car that is being discussed the most in the entire market right now is codenamed Y17, which we have come to know as ‘Maruti Escudo’.
When this SUV is officially launched in India on September 3, 2025, it will be introduced with a completely new name. It will compete directly with Hyundai Creta and its other rivals. So let’s know about it in detail.
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Price
The most important thing is its price, Maruti Suzuki has always spread the magic of value for money and the same is expected with Escudo. Keeping the Indian buyers in mind, its entry-level variant is expected to be priced between Rs 9 lakh to Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom). On the other hand, if you want to take the top-of-the-line strong hybrid variant, then its price can go up to Rs 18 lakh to Rs 19 lakh.
Engine
K15C Petrol Engine: This will be a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that delivers great mileage.
Strong Hybrid: This will be a 1.5-litre Atkinson cycle engine that will work in conjunction with an electric motor. This will not only deliver great fuel efficiency but also great performance. This option will be available only in the high-end variants.
CNG Option: Maruti will also bring an option for the CNG-loving customers of India. And here comes a huge segment-first feature.
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Features
Maruti is leaving no stone unturned in terms of features this time! Escudo will be launched with some features that have not been seen in any Maruti car till date. This will be the first Maruti car to have an underbody fitted CNG kit, which will keep the boot space completely free. This car will also be a winner in terms of safety as it will also be provided with Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System).