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Maruti Suzuki innovates with a cost-effective series hybrid Fronx, targeting over 35kpl, shaping a dynamic future in the hybrid race.
While the automotive industry is witnessing a rush towards electrification, Maruti Suzuki stands out with its strategic focus on hybrids, a move paying off with increasing demand. In 2025, the company plans to launch a game-changing Fronx hybrid, promising over 35 kilometers per liter, powered by Suzuki's in-house series hybrid technology.
Maruti Suzuki's success with the Grand Vitara Hybrid, utilizing Toyota's renowned hybrid powertrain, has set the stage for the company's ambitious hybrid plans. The Grand Vitara Hybrid accounted for a significant 15 to 20 percent of total sales in 2023. With the Invicto as MPV and a three-row Grand Vitara on the horizon, Maruti Suzuki is set to dominate the hybrid segment.
Maruti Suzuki is taking a unique approach by developing an in-house series hybrid powertrain (code: HEV), avoiding the use of Toyota's series-parallel hybrid system. The series hybrid, acting as a range extender, offers a cost-effective solution to counter the challenges posed by the high cost of hybrid powertrains and the absence of government tax benefits for hybrids.
A series hybrid system operates with the petrol engine serving solely as a generator or range extender. The engine produces electricity to power an electric motor, which, in turn, drives the wheels. This simplified design reduces overall costs, maintenance, and improves reliability, making it an attractive option for the mass-market segment.
Series hybrids excel in city driving conditions with optimized efficiency in stop-and-go traffic scenarios. While not as efficient on the highway compared to parallel hybrids, the simplicity and cost-effectiveness make series hybrids a compelling choice for urban environments.
Maruti Suzuki's HEV series hybrid powertrain will debut in the facelifted Fronx, followed by the next-gen Baleno in 2026. The next-gen Swift, expected in the first half of this year, is also slated for a hybrid option in 2027. Models like the Spacia-based compact MPV and the next-gen Brezza are set to embrace hybrid power, expanding Maruti Suzuki's hybrid lineup significantly.
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With the Z12E three-cylinder engine as the power source, Maruti Suzuki's HEV-powered cars are projected to achieve exceptional fuel economy ranging from 35-40 kilometers per liter. This fuel efficiency positions them as key contributors to meeting future Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) targets, set to get stricter in 2027.
While some automakers focus on electric vehicles, Maruti Suzuki is quietly advancing in the hybrid race, aiming to have over half a dozen models powered by hybrid technology by the end of the decade. The company's hybrid strategy could prove to be the winning formula in this crucial decade for the automotive industry.
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Maruti Suzuki's decision to invest in hybrid technology positions it strategically in the evolving automotive landscape, offering a practical and cost-effective alternative to the electric vehicle wave. The Fronx hybrid's launch in 2025 marks a significant milestone in the company's commitment to providing sustainable and efficient mobility solutions.
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