Does The Maruti Grand Vitara Zeta Offer The Most Value For Money?

Modified On Oct 01, 2022 12:52 PM By Sonny for Maruti Grand Vitara

30.1K Views
Write a comment

It is the trim where Maruti introduces the option of the self-charging hybrid powertrain with a claimed efficiency of 27.97kmpl

One of the main highlights for the new Maruti Grand Vitara is its strong hybrid powertrain. It is offered from this trim onwards. Even without the new powertrain technology, the Zeta variant has a fairly attractive package with more features for its nearly Rs 2 lakh premium over the previous trim. Let’s see if it happens to offer the best value in the Grand Vitara lineup:

Variant	MT	AT
Zeta	Rs 13.89 lakh	Rs 15.39 lakh
Alpha	Rs 15.39 lakh	Rs 16.89 lakh
Difference	Rs 1.5 lakh	Rs 1.5 lakh

Why consider the Zeta variant?

Maruti Grand Vitara interior

In this trim, the Grand Vitara is equipped with many premium features such as a nine-inch infotainment display, blue ambient lighting, and a rear washer and wiper. The Zeta variant looks upmarket as well with LED lighting all-around and sitting on 16-inch alloy wheels. It has more safety features as it now comes with side and curtain airbags for a total of six, along with hill hold assist, rear parking camera and ESP.

Here are the features on offer:

	Exterior	Interior	Comfort and convenience	Infotainment	Safety
Highlights	LED auto projector headlamps LED DRLs LED taillamps ORVM with turn indicator Alloy wheels Rear window wiper and washer Roof rails Dual-tone exterior option	Dual-tone black and brown interior Soft touch materials Front sliding armrest Driver seat height adjust 60:40 split fold rear seats Reclining rear seat Ambient lighting Rear centre armrest with cupholders Adjustable headrests	Auto AC with rear vents USB ports front and rear (1 & 2) Cruise control Keyless entry Auto-folding ORVMs	9-inch infotainment touchscreen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 4.2-inch TFT MID 6-speakers	Six airbags Rear parking camera with sensors ISOFIX anchorage ABS with EBD ESP Hill hold control Auto IRVM
Upgrade to V Hybrid if you want		Leatherette upholstery	Ventilated front seats AWD with drive modes Panoramic sunroof	Premium sound with special speaker	Tyre pressure monitor Surround view monitor (360-degree camera)

Why skip the Zeta variant?

Maruti Grand Vitara panoramic sunroof

While the Zeta variant does offer many of the Grand Vitara’s premium features, it is not the best version of the Maruti compact SUV. You’re still missing out on the 360-degree view camera, ventilated front seats and a leatherette upholstery. However, you could also get a few extra features by opting for the strong-hybrid powertrain in the Zeta+ trim.

Zeta+ Strong-hybrid variant

Variant	Prices
Zeta AT	Rs 15.39 lakh
Zeta+ Hybrid e-CVT	Rs 17.99 lakh
Difference	Rs 2.6 lakh

For a hefty premium of Rs 2.6 lakh, you can have the Zeta variant of the Maruti Grand Vitara with the new strong-hybrid powertrain.

Why consider the Zeta+ hybrid variant?

Maruti Grand Vitara hybrid

The hybrid option comes with the obvious benefit of increased fuel economy with a claimed figure of nearly 28kmpl, 7-8kmpl more than the equivalent petrol-automatic option. Over time, your reduced running costs will make up for this premium and you’ll know that your SUV will also have lower emissions.

Additionally, the Zeta+ hybrid trim comes with a sportier cabin theme in black and plenty more premium features. It comes with a panoramic sunroof, a seven-inch digital driver’s display, a head-up display and a wireless charger as well which makes it worth the premium.

Sigma	It is too basic to recommend, but acts as an affordable entry-point to the compact SUV segment.
Delta	The true entry-level option on a strict budget, only consider it with the automatic transmission.
Zeta	With the strong hybrid powertrain, it is our recommended variant for its premium features and fuel economy.
Alpha	To truly experience all its premium features, you’ll have to pay the premium for the strong hybrid powertrain. Can be considered for its AWD option as well.