August 2025 – It’s been a long wait, but Maruti Suzuki is finally ready to roll out its most ambitious electric offering: the eVitara, officially known as the eVX. First showcased as a concept back in Auto Expo 2023, this all-electric SUV is now heading to showrooms with a confirmed launch date of September 3, 2025.
But why did India’s largest carmaker take so long? And what exactly has been going on behind the scenes? Let’s break it down.
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🗓 What’s the Latest Status?
- Maruti eVX launch date: September 3, 2025
- Production units have already started reaching dealerships across India.
- Booking details, variant lineup, and official pricing will be announced on launch day.
- First customer deliveries expected by late September to early October 2025.
Originally expected to launch by March 2025, the eVitara faced multiple delays. But as we now know—it wasn’t just about testing. It was also about surviving a global supply chain storm.
Why Did Maruti Delay the eVitara Launch?
Maruti isn’t known for being the first to jump on trends—it’s known for doing things right. The delay in launching the eVX wasn’t a result of incompetence but a mix of:
1. Severe Supply Chain Disruptions
- Maruti was hit hard by shortages of rare-earth magnets, a critical EV component used in electric motors.
- These materials, primarily imported from China, saw reduced exports due to geopolitical tensions, derailing Maruti’s original production targets.
2. Aggressive Real-World Testing
- India’s driving conditions are some of the most extreme in the world. From summers in Rajasthan to monsoons in Kerala and urban traffic in Delhi, the eVX was tested under it all.
- This wasn’t just about road testing. Maruti also ensured the EV’s thermal management, battery durability, and charging behavior across multiple climates and charger types.
3. Customer-First Mindset
- Instead of rushing with limited units and risking post-launch hiccups, Maruti chose to hold back deliveries and focus on scale and reliability.
eVitara / eVX: What to Expect
Here’s what we know so far about the production version:
- Battery pack: Around 60 kWh
- Range (claimed): Up to 500 km
- Platform: Dedicated EV platform co-developed with Toyota
- Infotainment: Connected car tech, voice control, large touchscreen
- Features: Regenerative braking, ADAS (in top variant), wireless charging, 360° camera
- Expected Price: ₹22 – ₹27 lakh (ex-showroom)
Maruti has also hinted that the vehicle will support fast charging, offering 80% juice in under 1 hour using compatible chargers.
Why This Launch is So Important for India
India’s EV landscape has been largely dominated by Tata, MG, and Hyundai so far. But none of them have the mass-market grip that Maruti Suzuki has.
With its unmatched dealership network, affordable after-sales service, and trust built over decades, Maruti’s eVX could be the vehicle that brings EVs to the Indian mainstream.
Add to that the company’s plan to manufacture batteries locally in Gujarat and reduce dependency on imports, and you can see why this is more than just another car launch—it’s a strategic shift.
Final Thoughts
After months of speculation, spy shots, and production bottlenecks, the eVitara (eVX) is finally arriving. For those waiting to see a practical, reliable, and made-for-India EV, this might just be the one.
So yes, it took a while—but Maruti seems to be playing the long game. And if their track record with petrol and CNG cars is anything to go by, the eVX could be the EV that finally tilts the Indian market.
