Maruti to launch 1 SUV every 6 months till 2023, strengthen pole position

First off the block will be a new multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) which is being co-developed with Toyota - Suzuki's alliance partner. The model will also wear a Toyota badge

Maruti Suzuki India plans to introduce a slew of new sport utility vehicle (SUVs) models over the next couple of years as it seeks to straddle the segment with multiple product offerings at varied price points, said people aware of the company’s plans. 

Starting mid-2021, the car market leader is set to launch five new SUVs — one every six months — till 2023.

“They will have one model at a price gap of Rs 45,000 to Rs 50,000, like they have in the hatchback segment,” said the person quoted earlier.  

Maruti’s move is prompted by a rapidly changing buyer