The Suzuki Grand Vitara S-CNG is back on the market, with the 2025 model featuring updated prices. The Delta CNG variant is priced at Rs 13.48 lakh, and the Zeta CNG at Rs 15.62 lakh. These prices reflect increases, with the Delta CNG seeing a rise of approximately Rs 23,000 and the Zeta CNG costing Rs 41,000 more.
The Grand Vitara is available with multiple powertrain options, including strong Hybrid and AWD. The S-CNG version utilizes a 1.5-liter, 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, engineered to run on both CNG and petrol. This setup is expected to provide fuel efficiency of about 26.6 km/kg.
**Competitor Comparison Table:**
| 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 | 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 S-CNG model provides a strong option within the CNG SUV market. This launch demonstrates Suzuki’s response to the increasing competition in the segment, particularly from rivals like Nissan.