Suzuki has re-introduced the Grand Vitara S-CNG, bringing with it a revised price structure. The 2025 Grand Vitara CNG now starts at Rs 13.48 lakh for the Delta CNG variant and Rs 15.62 lakh for the Zeta CNG variant. These prices reflect increases compared to the previous offerings. The Delta CNG variant has increased by approximately Rs 23,000, while the Zeta CNG variant has seen a price increase of Rs 41,000.
The Grand Vitara continues to be a competitive choice in the SUV segment, offering diverse powertrain options. It stands out with its strong Hybrid powertrain and AWD version. The S-CNG model maintains the 1.5-liter, 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, designed to run on both CNG and petrol. The CNG setup is expected to provide a fuel efficiency of around 26.6 km/kg.
**Vehicle Specifications Compared:**
| Feature | Suzuki Grand Vitara | Suzuki Grand Vitara S-CNG | Hyundai Creta | KIA Seltos |
|—|—|—|—|—|
| Engine | 1462 CC, Four Cylinder with DOHC and Mild Hybrid – Alpha Plus Hybrid e-CVT Dual Tone (Rs 22.95) | 1462 CC, Four Cylinder with DOHC and Mild Hybrid | 1497 CC Petrol, Four Cylinder, 1493 CC Diesel, Four Cylinder | Smartstream G1.5 T-GDI Petrol, Smartstream G1.5 Petrol, 1.5 CRDI VGT Diesel |
| Performance | 102 bhp @ 6000 rpm, 136.8 Nm Torque @ 4400 rpm | 87 Bhp @5500 RPM, 121.5Nm Torque @ 4200 RPM | 113 bhp @ 6300 rpm, 143.8 Nm Torque @ 4500 rpm | 113 Bhp @6300 RPM, 144nM Torque @4500 RPM, G1.5 T Gdi- 158 Bhp @ 5500 RPM, 253 Nm Torque, 1.5 CRDI VGT- 114 Bhp@ 4000 rpm, 250Nm Torque @ 1500-2750 rpm |
| Safety | Six Air Bags (Standard) | Six Air Bags (Standard) | Front/Side Airbags Missing (Sigma/Delta) | 6 Airbags (Standard), ABS, EBD |
| Hybrid | Mild Hybrid; Strong Hybrid (ZETA+ from Rs 21.36) | None | None | None |
| Price Range | Rs 12.82 Lakh – Rs 22.95 Lakh | Rs 13.48 Lakh – Rs 15.62 Lakh | Rs 15.70 Lakh – Rs 24.34 Lakh | Rs 11,12,900 – Rs 20,50, 900 |
| Value Variants | Zeta CNG, Delta CNG, Zeta Plus (Hybrid) | Delta | EX (o), S | HTK, HTK (o) |
The introduction of the S-CNG variant provides a compelling choice for customers looking for a CNG SUV. This move highlights Suzuki’s proactive approach in the expanding CNG SUV market, especially with competitors like Nissan also entering the segment.