Maruti Suzuki India has electrified the global market by launching exports of its cutting-edge battery electric vehicle, the e VITARA, with over 2,900 units shipped in August alone. Dispatched from Gujarat’s Pipavav Port, these vehicles are headed to 12 European nations, including the UK, Germany, Norway, and France, among others.

The milestone was marked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who flagged off the first shipment from Maruti’s Hansalpur facility on August 26. Exclusively produced at this plant, the eVITARA is set to conquer over 100 countries while also hitting Indian roads soon.

“This is a landmark moment for us,” said Hisashi Takeuchi, MD and CEO of Maruti Suzuki India. The company also reported a 40% surge in overall exports, reaching 36,538 units in August, up from 26,003 units last year. 

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Exclusively manufactured at the Hansalpur plant (Suzuki Motor Gujarat Pvt Ltd), the eVITARA benefits from a 750,000-unit annual capacity across three lines, with a dedicated EV line (Plant D) adding 250,000 units by FY 2026-27 at a ₹32 billion investment. Maruti aims for 67,000-70,000 units in FY26, with the majority for exports—positioning it as India's largest mass-produced EV for global sale.

Key markets include Europe (the initial 12 countries like the UK, Germany, and France), Japan, Latin America, Africa, and Asia. This aligns with Maruti's broader export record: 332,585 units in FY24-25 (up 17.5% YoY), accounting for 43% of India's passenger vehicle exports.

The vehicle was previewed at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 and Milan, emphasising its role as a "global ambassador" of Indian manufacturing.

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