Maruti Victoris Compact SUV 5★
By Asmita - Sep 03, 2025
The Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Arena dealership's flagship compact SUV, attains a remarkable 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP, becoming one of India's safest vehicles. With top scores in adult and child occupant safety tests, the Victoris offers a robust safety suite including six airbags, ESC, ISOFIX mounts, and pedestrian protection. Boasting modern aesthetics, advanced technology, and various powertrain options including hybrid and CNG variants, the Victoris emerges as a top choice for safety-conscious family buyers seeking performance and comfort in the compact SUV segment.

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Safety features of the Victoris are comprehensive and thoughtfully integrated. The SUV comes standard with six airbags including front, side, and curtain airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), ISOFIX child seat mounts, seatbelt pretensioners, and load limiters across all seating positions. Additional safety technologies include pedestrian protection measures, seatbelt reminders for every seat, and 3-point seatbelts for all occupants. The SUV’s structural strength was validated through multiple crash tests such as the frontal offset deformable barrier and side movable deformable barrier tests, scoring near-perfect marks. This extensive safety suite and crashworthiness make it particularly suitable for family buyers seeking the best combination of safety and performance.
Beyond safety, the Victoris is designed to stand out with modern aesthetics and innovative technology. Its exterior is marked by sharp LED headlamps, a sleek chrome-accented grille, a connected LED tail-light strip, 18-inch alloy wheels, and a power-operated tailgate. Inside, the vehicle features a 10.25-inch digital touchscreen command center equipped with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Dolby-supported audio, ambient lighting with 64 color options, and an air purifier offering live air quality readings. This blend of technology and luxury marks the Victoris as a modern, comfortable, and premium offering in Maruti's compact SUV lineup.
In terms of powertrains, Maruti Suzuki offers a versatile range under the hood of the Victoris to cater to diverse customer preferences. Options include a 1.5-litre petrol engine available with both a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic transmission. In addition, there is a 1.5-litre strong hybrid version paired with an eCVT gearbox for fuel efficiency enthusiasts, alongside a CNG variant featuring a first-in-segment underbody CNG tank that improves boot space while maintaining safety standards. Select variants are also equipped with all-wheel drive, various drive modes, and paddle shifters, further enhancing driving dynamics. This combination of safety, technology, and powertrain flexibility makes the Victoris a compelling choice in the competitive compact SUV segment.