Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: Buying Guide – Price, EMI and Ownership Costs

There's more to comparing the features and starting price of an SUV than you'd think. The customers should also take care of monthly EMIs, fuel cost, insurance, and regular servicing cost. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is available in petrol, S-CNG and strong-hybrid variants for various budgets and usage.

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Price

The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is priced at around ₹10.77 lakh ex-showroom, with options available in different variants, transmissions and powerplants. There are manual and automatic variants in petrol versions and automatic transmission in strong-hybrid version. In addition, petrol variants are available with ALLGRIP Select all-wheel drive.

They are offered in the manual variants of the S-CNG version. Here, the buyers can check the different variants of Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha based on their budget and the features they wish.

Ex-showroom price does not include applicable charges such as road taxes, registration charges, insurance. Additional options can also add to the cost. Ask a NEXA dealership for an on-road quote before you make an appointment.

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara EMI and Loan Options

The EMI for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara depends on its on-road price, down payment, interest rate and loan tenure. The base Sigma Petrol Manual variant has an estimated on-road price of around ₹12.56 lakh in Delhi.

Assuming a down payment of ₹1 lakh, the remaining loan amount would be approximately ₹11.56 lakh. At an assumed annual interest rate of 9% for a tenure of five years, the estimated monthly EMI would be around ₹24,010. The total interest payable over the loan period would be approximately ₹2.84 lakh.

A higher down payment can reduce the loan amount, monthly EMI and total interest payable. Buyers should compare interest rates and repayment options offered by different lenders before choosing a car loan.

Customers can explore financing offers through Maruti Suzuki Smart Finance. Loan approval, interest rates and other terms are subject to the lender's eligibility criteria and conditions.

Additional Buying and Ownership Costs

The insurance and registration costs vary according to variant, coverage, add-ons and insurance company. Some registration fees and road tax are different depending on the area and are included in the upfront price.

Fuel cost: Petrol versions are ideal for urban use and S-CNG could be used to lower fuel costs for frequent urban drivers who have easy access to CNG stations. The strong-hybrid version is powered by a petrol engine and electric motor, and is said to achieve up to 27.97 km/l. Actual mileage may vary with traffic, style of driving and road conditions.

Long term expenses include maintenance and servicing, including engine oil and filters, tyres, brakes and replacement parts. Review servicing plan and inquire about maintenance contracts at an authorised dealership.

Have a separate budget for parking, tolls, and any other type of repair you might need to make if the car needs any repairs.

Which Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Variant Should You Buy?

For those who want to buy a petrol model that does not require an operator to change gears, the Sigma version in petrol-manual transmission might be the right choice. Both the Delta and the Zeta have additional convenience features, with the Zeta being more tech and comfy for those who prefer.

Cruiser's grade Alpha variants offer extra premium options. Those looking at fuel efficiency can consider good hybrid models and those looking for all-wheel drive can consider ALLGRIP variants.

Compare pricing and find characteristics that are right for you and your budget.

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Conclusion

There are a few variants and power train options available in the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. Compare the latest on-road price, estimate fuel, insurance and maintenance costs and work out your EMI with an actual loan offer before buying. If you select the right variant, long-term ownership will be easier to manage and you won't break your bank.