Maruti Suzuki, a brand synonymous with affordability and reliability, has gone all out to join the premium segment with the introduction of its priciest car yet—the Maruti Suzuki Invicto. As Maruti Suzuki's expensive car, this luxury MPV boasts style, state-of-the-art technology, and functionality while sticking true to the carmaker’s objective of comfort and reliability. Along the lines of the Toyota Innova Hycross, the Invicto is distinguished by unique styling, a tastefully dressed interior, and a hybrid powertrain delivering a blend of performance and economy. Priced at over ₹30 lakh (on-road), it's a big feat for Maruti Suzuki as it proves the firm is willing to push its way into the high-end territory. With its luxurious touches and roomy design, the Maruti Suzuki most expensive car is a daring move in the luxury MPV segment. Let's take a bit closer look at what makes Invicto stand out in terms of making India's largest automaker truly amazing.
Design and Dimensions of Maruti Suzuki Invicto
The Invicto is a shared platform with the Toyota Innova Hycross, the outcome of the partnership between Maruti Suzuki and Toyota. Yet Maruti Suzuki has added its unique design aspects to make the Invicto stand out. The front fascia has a shiny black grille flanked by twin chrome slats that link the LED headlamps, which feature the brand's signature three-dot LED DRLs as found on other Nexa products such as the Baleno and Fronx. The bumper is highlighted by shiny black components, giving it a more premium look.
Interiors and Cabin Functionality of Maruti Suzuki Invicto
The interior on the Invicto is similar to the Innova Hycross in terms of cabin layout but adds champagne gold trim on the dashboard and door panels to give it an even more luxurious look. The seats get faux leather treatment, with ventilated seats for both the driver and front passenger. The driver's seat is electrically adjustable and features a two-step memory function, the first time for any Nexa model, which makes it a costlier car than Maruti Suzuki in India.
The MPV has both 7-seater and 8-seater variants. The 7-seater gets captain chairs on the second row, providing brilliant under-thigh support and infinitely adjustable leg space. They're equipped with single armrests, a hidden center tray, and a cup holder, along with sunshades. In comparison to the Innova Hycross, the Invicto doesn't include powered ottoman seats, an aspect that had the potential of making its luxury quotient all that better. The third row, with a 50:50 split function, is ideal for kids. In cargo capacity, the Invicto offers 239 liters when all seats are up to 690 liters when the third row is folded.
Infotainment and Technology features of Maruti Suzuki Invicto
The Invicto comes with a 10.1-inch touchscreen display hosting the SmartPlay Magnum+ infotainment system. Though the system is compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, iPhone users enjoy wireless connectivity, while Android users need to use a wired connection. The interface has been reported to suffer from a little bit of latency, though. Other technology items on the list are a 7-inch color TFT screen on the instrument cluster, which provides drive mode, tire pressure, and gear position information. A wireless charger and air purifier are not on the list but can be purchased as accessories.
Safety Features of Maruti Suzuki Invicto
Safety is paramount in the Invicto, which is fitted with six airbags, an anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), vehicle stability control with hill start assist, seat belt reminders for all passengers, and ISOFIX child seat mounts. It also has front and reverse parking sensors, a 360-degree camera, and a tire pressure monitoring system. It does not have the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) features found in the top-of-the-line Innova Hycross.
Engine and Performance of Maruti Suzuki Invicto
Under the bonnet, the Invicto has a 2.0-liter petrol engine complemented by a 201.6-Volt AC synchronous electric motor, which together produces 184 bhp. The engine has a maximum torque of 188 Nm, while the electric motor contributes an extra 206 Nm for short periods, giving an extra kick when necessary. This powertrain comes paired with an electronically controlled Continuous Variable Transmission (e-CVT), which is programmed to ensure seamless shifting among drive modes—Eco, Normal, and Power. Performance is good for an MPV of this kind, but the driving experience may prove underwhelming to some.
Ride and Handling Experience of Maruti Suzuki Invicto
The Invicto's suspension is set to the softer end, enabling it to soak up road irregularities nicely. The increased-profile tires add to a pliant ride but introduce added tire noise, which speaks of improvement being possible in Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) levels. Light steering makes handling easy in traffic, and despite some roll-on, the vehicle is stable and very responsive to inputs.
Price of the Maruti Suzuki Invicto
Priced between ₹24.79 lakh and ₹28.42 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the Invicto is Maruti Suzuki's priciest model to date, with on-road prices going past the ₹30 lakh mark. Though more expensive, the Invicto beats the top-of-the-line Innova Hycross by around ₹2 lakh, with a marginally smaller feature list. For those willing to sacrifice some luxuries, such as ADAS and powered ottoman seats, the Invicto offers an interesting value proposition in the premium MPV space.
Conclusion
The Maruti Suzuki Invicto is a daring move by the automaker as it takes on the premium segment. While Maruti Suzuki has been a name associated with affordable and sensible cars, the Invicto shows that the company is now willing to take on the higher-end market. With its chic looks, high-feature interior, and hybrid powertrain, the Invicto presents a great combination of luxury and fuel efficiency. Though it falls short of some of the top-of-the-line features in its nearest competitor, the Toyota Innova Hycross, it is still an appealing choice for someone wanting a high-end MPV in the Maruti Suzuki brand. With the company constantly pushing itself forward, the Invicto is a symbol of its drive to move beyond budget and into the premium vehicle territory.