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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Maruti Suzuki E-Vitara and Hybrid Battery Electrode Unit in Hansalpur, Gujarat, which will be exported to 100 countries.
Prior to this program, PM Modi described this launch as an important step towards India's self -sufficiency. He said that E-Vitara is a major achievement for the country's electric vehicle ecosystem and the start of electrode production in Gujarat will promote domestic battery manufacturing. The e-Vitara has been introduced as a global electric SUV and has a length of 4,275 mm, width 1,800 mm, height 1,640 mm and wheelbase 2,700 mm. It uses a 3-in-1 electric system which integrates motor, inverter and transmission.
Customers will have two battery pack options. A 49kwh unit with a front-mounted motor producing 144hp and 189Nm, and a large 61kwh unit with 174hp and 189Nm produced with front motor. For better performance, the large battery will be introduced with the all-wheel-drive (AWD) setup, with a 65hp rear motor. This AWD variant develops a joint output of 184hp and 300Nm, while the charge on the large battery pack is expected to give a driving range of more than 500 km.
Will get better after cell service
Maruti Suzuki will also create a strong charging and service network with E-Vitara. The owners will get smart home charger and installation assistance, while in the top 100 cities, public fast-charging points will be installed every 5-10 km within 2-3 years. To further strengthen after cell support, the company will prepare 1,500 eV-red workshops in more than 1,000 cities.