Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara showcased in South Africa

TusharK · 28th August 2022, 16:42

Suzuki has unveiled the made-in-India Grand Vitara for the South African market, where it will be launched in early 2023.

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The South African-spec Grand Vitara is similar to the one offered in India. It comes with a choice of two engines. These include a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine that makes 103 BHP and 137 Nm, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. This engine is also available with all-wheel drive paired with the 5-speed manual gearbox.

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The other engine option is the 1.5-litre strong-hybrid producing 115 BHP and 122 Nm. The ICE is paired with an electric motor that has an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm. This powertrain comes with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

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The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara will go on sale in India next month.

Source: Top Auto

TechnoBloop · 28th August 2022, 17:22

I don't know why but the white color just doesn't suit Grand Vitara! Since this particular display vehicle has a contrast black roof, I can imagine how weird an all-white GV would look!

(at least for me)
This is the first time in my life that I have disliked the white color of a car.

BoneCollector · 29th August 2022, 08:45

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Originally Posted by TusharK

This engine is also available with all-wheel drive paired with the 5-speed manual gearbox.

As per this post and the images shared in the Grand Vitara thread, the Grand Vitara is also available with the 6 speed automatic paired to the AWD system in the South African market.

Link (2022 Maruti Grand Vitara to debut on July 20 | Pre-bookings open)

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AWD dial in red and AT plus paddle shifters in white.

Venkatesh · 20th April 2023, 12:35

The all-new Suzuki Grand Vitara is now officially launched in South Africa.

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https://youtu.be/dHceb1XDyXQ

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BoneCollector · 20th April 2023, 13:55

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Originally Posted by Venkatesh

The all-new Suzuki Grand Vitara is now officially launched in South Africa.

O boy, we should be happy that Maruti has offered the 6 speed AT in India mated to the 1.5L engine and not the 4 speed AT. So this also means that the 1.5L engine has been mated to both the AT combinations and also in 4 speed AT with transverse mounted engine in the Jimny.

Also unlike India, South Africa gets the All Grip only in AT whereas India only has the MT All Grip.

28th August 2022, 16:42	#1
TusharK Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Pune Posts: 6,884 Thanked: 60,747 Times	Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara showcased in South Africa Suzuki has unveiled the made-in-India Grand Vitara for the South African market, where it will be launched in early 2023. The South African-spec Grand Vitara is similar to the one offered in India. It comes with a choice of two engines. These include a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine that makes 103 BHP and 137 Nm, paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. This engine is also available with all-wheel drive paired with the 5-speed manual gearbox. The other engine option is the 1.5-litre strong-hybrid producing 115 BHP and 122 Nm. The ICE is paired with an electric motor that has an output of 78 BHP and 141 Nm. This powertrain comes with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara will go on sale in India next month. Source: Top Auto Last edited by GTO : 29th August 2022 at 11:33. Reason: Suzuki
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28th August 2022, 17:22	#2
TechnoBloop BHPian Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: Trivandrum Posts: 157 Thanked: 635 Times	Re: Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara showcased in South Africa I don't know why but the white color just doesn't suit Grand Vitara! Since this particular display vehicle has a contrast black roof, I can imagine how weird an all-white GV would look! (at least for me) This is the first time in my life that I have disliked the white color of a car. Last edited by TechnoBloop : 28th August 2022 at 17:23. Reason: minor typo
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