The Grand Vitara has had some success on the international platform and is sought after for its style, handling and an even mix of power and efficiency. It boasts of a 2.4 litre VVT (Variable Valve Timing) engine with a maximum power of 163.5 bhp @ 6000 rpm and a torque of 225 NM @ 4000 rpm.

“The new version of Grand Vitara takes the three decades of Suzuki SUV heritage to the next level," said a statement issued by Mr. Mayank Pareek, Executive Officer (M&S) Maruti Suzuki India Limited. "Highly popular the world over, the Grand Vitara is one of the global strategic models in Suzuki Range. For all those customers, who are increasingly looking at SUVs, the Grand Vitara 2.4 offers more power and the best in class 4X4 drive at a highly competitive price."

The company said that it has sold over 2.5 million units of Grand Vitara globally since its launch in 1999. The automaker has since refined the model, but has still managed to retain its popularity among consumers.

The 4-mode, 4-Wheel Drive (4WD) Grand Vitara has disc brakes in the rear wheels that ensure superior braking and provide additional safety dimension for the vehicle. It is suited for all terrains and is undoubtedly one of the best-selling models worldwide.

In India, the manual transmission variant of the Grand Vitara is available at  Rs 16.67 lakh while the automatic version is available for Rs 17.97 lakh*.

* All prices are ex-showroom Delhi