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Maruti Suzuki has launched a more affordable version of its e VITARA electric SUV in India, with prices starting at ₹10.99 lakh (approximately $1,320 USD) through a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model, according to a press release issued February 17, 2026.

The BaaS program separates the cost of the vehicle from the battery, lowering the initial purchase price. Customers opting for the BaaS model pay ₹3.99 per kilometer (approximately $0.05 USD) for battery usage, in addition to the vehicle’s base price. This contrasts with previous pricing for the e VITARA, which started around ₹300,000 (approximately $3,600 USD) with a 49 kWh battery pack.

Maruti Suzuki’s NEXA edge package is included with the e VITARA, designed to enhance the ownership experience for electric vehicle customers. The package includes a complimentary 7.4 kW AC Wall Box Charger and installation, according to the company.

The e VITARA has achieved a five-star safety rating in Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (BNCAP) crash tests, Maruti Suzuki stated. The vehicle is available with two battery pack options: 48.8 kWh and 61.1 kWh, with the latter offering a claimed range of up to 543 km (approximately 337 miles).

The BaaS model is not unique to Maruti Suzuki. Polytron, an Indonesian manufacturer, similarly offers a similar battery subscription service for its G3 and G3+ electric vehicles, with a rental rate of Rp 800 per kilometer (approximately $0.05 USD) and a minimum monthly charge of Rp 1.2 million (approximately $75 USD). This reduces the upfront cost of Polytron’s G3 to Rp 299 million (approximately $18,800 USD) compared to Rp 419 million (approximately $26,300 USD) with battery purchase.

In contrast, Maruti Suzuki’s fully-equipped e VITARA, sold in Indonesia, carries a significantly higher price tag, starting at Rp 755 million (approximately $47,500 USD). This model features a 61 kWh LFP battery, providing a range of up to 428 km (approximately 266 miles) on a full charge and supports both AC Type 2 and DC CCS2 charging standards.

Indonesia’s Polytron has begun offering its domestically-branded electric vehicles, the G3 and G3+, to consumers, marking a significant step in the country’s developing EV market. The vehicles, a collaboration between Polytron and Skyworth K EV, are available through both traditional purchase and subscription models, with prices starting at 329.5 million Indonesian Rupiah (approximately $20,600 USD) for the G3 under a subscription plan.

Without the subscription option, the Polytron G3 is priced at 461.5 million Rupiah ($28,900 USD), although the G3+ model starts at 505.5 million Rupiah ($31,700 USD). These prices are valid for on-the-road costs in Jakarta, with potential variations in other regions of the archipelago.

The Polytron G3 and G3+ are sizable SUVs, measuring 4.720 meters in length, 1.908 meters in width, and 1.696 meters in height, with a wheelbase of 2.800 meters. The vehicles offer 1,141 liters of cargo space and feature an electronic tailgate with a kick sensor. Both models are equipped with a 51.196 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery and a 150 kW electric motor, promising a range of up to 402 kilometers (approximately 250 miles).

Polytron claims a maximum speed of 150 km/h (93 mph) and an acceleration time of 9.6 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h. Charging times are reported as less than 35 minutes for a 20-80% charge using a DC prompt charger. AC charging takes under 3.5 hours for the G3+ variant, while the G3 requires a longer charging duration.

Safety features include Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) Level 2 technology, incorporating 14 functions such as auto parking assistance, autonomous emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, adaptive cruise control, emergency lane keeping assist, safe exit warning, blind spot detection, auto brake hold, and driver fatigue reminder.

The launch of the Polytron G3 and G3+ follows Skyworth’s commencement of vehicle production in Indonesia, signaling a growing commitment to local EV manufacturing. The Polytron G3 is expected to be available soon, according to BitAuto Global.

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