Maruti Suzuki Escudo Spied Testing in India: A Game-Changer in the Mid-Size SUV Segment?

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​Maruti Suzuki India is making a bold move to expand its SUV lineup in India. The Indian automotive king is planning to reveal its most anticipated SUV, the Escudo, by the end of 2025. The car has been recently spied testing on Indian roads. The camouflaged test spy shots were recently taken near the company’s manufacturing facility, signaling that the launch of this new model is imminent.

The all-new Escudo is positioned to be another crossover SUV between the Maruti Suzuki Breeza and Grand Vitara. As per the reports, the car should be expected to take the leverage under the name of the Arena dealerships. This strategic move by Maruti Suzuki underlines its intention to capture the mid-SUV segment. The vehicle aims to fill the gap in Maruti’s SUV portfolio.

Maruti Suzuki Escudo: What We Know?

The heavily camouflaged prototype has offered only a glimpse of the Escudo’s exterior, but sources confirm that the new SUV is built on Maruti Suzuki’s Global C platform. This same chassis platform was used for the development of the all-new Grand Vitara. This new model might follow the similar aesthetics of the Grand Vitara and should have a spacious cabin and rugged road presence.

The upcoming SUV might be a mid-crossover premium segment under the Maruti nameplate. That would give brutal competition to its rivals such as the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. The Escudo is engineered to charm buyers with both style and athletic characteristics.

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Design and Features

• Panoramic sunroof
• Large touchscreen infotainment system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  
• Fully digital instrument cluster
  
• Ventilated front seats
• Automatic climate control
  
• Wireless smartphone charger
  
• Rear AC vents
  
• Ambient lighting
  
• 360-degree surround-view camera
  
• Six airbags
  
• ABS with EBD
• Hill-Hold Assist

Engine and Powertrain Options

Expected Launch and Pricing

​The car might be designed as a 5-seater passenger vehicle in collaboration with Toyota. The upcoming Escudo may fill up the gap between Maruti Suzuki’s premium and mid-segment SUVs. The expected launch is scheduled for the fall of September 2025. We can also expect the official launch during the festive season. The price may be expected to range from 10 lakh to 15 lakh (ex-showroom).​