Suzuki eVitara Gets First Australian Drive as Petrol Vitara Hybrid Reaches Showrooms

Overview

• The eVitara will be sold alongside the petrol Vitara and comes in two trims: Motion (49kWh FWD, 106kW/193Nm, 344km WLTP) and Ultra (61kWh AWD, 135kW/307Nm, 395km WLTP).
• Suzuki quotes a 10–80% charge time of about 45 minutes for both batteries, which implies modest peak DC rates of roughly 50kW (Motion) and 70kW (Ultra).
• Drive’s first local test reports a comfortable ride, very light steering and easy drivability, with some body roll and handling that prioritises comfort over sharpness.
• Light off‑road ability is retained, but Drive flags concern that underbody scraping near the battery on steeper sections could pose a damage risk if misused.
• The updated petrol Vitara adopts a 48‑volt mild‑hybrid with a 1.4‑litre turbo (power down to ~81kW, torque up to 235Nm) and is priced at $39,990 drive‑away for FWD and $45,990 for AllGrip in Australia.