The is a battery electric subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced by Japanese manufacturer Suzuki, utilising the Vitara nameplate. Introduced in November 2024, it is the first mass-produced battery electric vehicle ever produced by the company. It is also marketed by Toyota with modified styling as the Toyota Urban Cruiser.
History and production
Suzuki introduced the e Vitara on 4 November 2024, in Milan, Italy. The vehicle was previewed by the Suzuki eVX concept, which was first showcased at the Auto Expo in India in January 2023. The Toyota version, the Toyota Urban Cruiser was introduced on 12 December 2024. The styling of the Urban Cruiser was previewed by the Toyota Urban SUV Concept shown in December 2023 in Europe.
Specifications The e Vitara is claimed to be developed on the Heartect-e electric vehicle "skateboard" platform, developed to provide increased structural integrity and a lowered centre of gravity. Two battery options are available: a 49kWh battery pack delivering and a 61kWh battery pack producing . These battery packs utilise lithium iron phosphate (LFP) blade cells produced by BYD and Tata.https://www.cartoq.com/car-news/maruti-suzuki-e-vitara-detailed-look-upcoming-electric-suv/https://evertiq.com/design/2025-03-05-suzuki-forms-ev-battery-partnerships-with-tata-gotion-findreams The top variant of the e Vitara is equipped with the AllGrip-e all-wheel-drive system, offering and of torque, with adaptable drive modes tailored for various driving conditions. The eAxle technology, created in collaboration with Toyota, is integrated into the platform.
Markets The e Vitara is manufactured at Suzuki Motor Gujarat facility in Gujarat, India, with around 50 percent of its production output designated for export to European and other global markets.
Europe The e Vitara was released in Europe in September 2025, with deliveries commenced in the same month.
The Urban Cruiser was released in Europe in December 2025, with deliveries commenced in the first quarter of 2026.
Asia Brunei The Urban Cruiser was launched in Brunei on 4 September 2026.
India The e Vitara was launched in India on 17 February 2026. It is available with three trim levels: Delta (49 kWh), Zeta and Alpha (61 kWh).
The Urban Cruiser Ebella was launched in India on 29 May 2026, with three trim levels: E1 (49 kWh), E2 and E3 (61 kWh).
Indonesia The Urban Cruiser was launched in Indonesia on 21 November 2025, followed by the e Vitara on 5 February 2026.
Japan The e Vitara was launched in Japan on 16 January 2026. It is available with three variants: X 2WD (49 kWh), Z 2WD and Z 4WD (61 kWh).
Malaysia The Urban Cruiser was launched in Malaysia on 2 April 2026, followed by the e Vitara on 26 June 2026.
Philippines The Urban Cruiser was launched in the Philippines on 17 March 2026, followed by the e Vitara on 4 June 2026.
Singapore The e Vitara was launched at Singapore Motorshow in January 2026 and was later available from the official distributor in one variant, 49 kWh.
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Gallery Suzuki e Vitara
Toyota Urban Cruiser
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