Maruti Suzuki has officially entered India’s fast-growing electric SUV space with the launch of its first-ever EV – the Maruti eVitara. First showcased at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Expo, the India-spec model is now on sale with a unique dual-pricing strategy: with Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) and without BaaS.
This move places the eVitara directly against popular electric SUVs like , , and . Here’s a clear, buyer-friendly comparison of prices, battery options and value proposition.
Maruti eVitara Price With BaaS – Segment First From Maruti
Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) was popularised in India by , and Maruti Suzuki has now adopted this cost-saving approach for mass EV buyers.
With BaaS, customers pay a lower upfront price for the car, while the battery is leased at a per-kilometre rate.
Maruti eVitara BaaS Prices (Ex-showroom):
- ₹10.99 lakh – ₹14.51 lakh
Battery rental charges:
- 49 kWh battery: ₹3.99/km (claimed range: 440 km)
- 61 kWh battery: ₹4.39/km (claimed range: 543 km)
This makes the eVitara one of the most affordable midsize electric SUVs in India when opting for BaaS.
MG Windsor EV & MG ZS EV – The BaaS Pioneers
MG Windsor EV
Currently India’s best-selling EV, the MG Windsor EV remains the most aggressive BaaS offering.
- BaaS price: ₹9.99 lakh – ₹13.99 lakh
- Battery rental: ₹3.9/km to ₹4.5/km
- Battery options: 38 kWh, 52.9 kWh
- Without BaaS: ₹14 lakh – ₹18.5 lakh
Lower prices and compact dimensions have worked strongly in Windsor’s favour.
MG ZS EV
A more premium alternative, the MG ZS EV also offers BaaS but with limited choice.
- BaaS price: ₹13 lakh – ₹15.51 lakh
- Battery: 50.3 kWh
- Rental: ₹4.5/km
- Without BaaS: ₹17.99 lakh – ₹20.75 lakh
Electric SUVs Without BaaS – Higher Cost, Full Ownership
Several rivals skip BaaS entirely, offering full battery ownership instead – a key preference for long-term private buyers.
Mahindra BE 6
The most performance-focused option in this comparison.
- Price: ₹18.9 lakh – ₹27.65 lakh
- Highlights: Largest battery options, longest range, RWD layout
- Targets buyers seeking power and tech over price.
Hyundai Creta Electric
Electric version of India’s best-selling SUV.
- Price: ₹17.99 lakh – ₹24.7 lakh
- Battery options:
- 42 kWh – 420 km range
- 51.4 kWh – 510 km range
- Familiar design and strong brand trust.
Tata Curvv EV
A stylish coupe-SUV that undercuts Creta Electric.
- Price: ₹17.49 lakh – ₹22.24 lakh
- Battery: Up to 55 kWh
- Claimed range: Up to 585 km
- Focuses on design, range and value.
VinFast VF 6
A fresh international entrant with bold styling.
- Price: ₹17.29 lakh – ₹19.19 lakh
- Battery: 59.6 kWh
- Range: 468 km
- Competitive pricing but still building brand trust in India.
Which Electric SUV Makes Sense?
- Lowest entry cost: MG Windsor EV (with BaaS)
- Balanced pricing + long range: Maruti eVitara
- Performance & tech: Mahindra BE 6
- Familiar & reliable: Hyundai Creta Electric
- Style & range focus: Tata Curvv EV
The Maruti eVitara smartly bridges affordability and practicality, especially with BaaS, making it a strong contender for first-time EV buyers. Buyers wanting full ownership and premium features may still lean toward BE 6 or Creta Electric, while value seekers will find Curvv EV hard to ignore.
