Maruti Suzuki - Strong Hybrid

What does “Strong Hybrid” mean?

• A petrol engine with turbo boost

• A system where ICE & electric motor both can drive the car

• An electric vehicle with plug-in charging

• A diesel engine with higher torque

How is the battery charged in Maruti’s Strong Hybrid vehicles?

• Only through external plug-in charging

• By solar panels on the roof

• By regenerative braking and the petrol engine

• It cannot be recharged

Can the driver manually choose “pure ICE mode” in a Strong Hybrid?

• Yes, by pressing the ICE button

• Yes, in Power mode

• No, the system decides automatically

• Only above 80 km/h

Which engine is commonly paired with Maruti’s Strong Hybrid system (e.g., Victoris, Grand Vitara)?

• 1.0-litre Boosterjet petrol

• 1.5-litre petrol (M15D series)

• 1.3-litre diesel

• 2.0-litre turbo petrol

What is a key advantage of Strong Hybrid over regular petrol?

• Lower running cost and higher fuel efficiency

• Higher emissions

• Need for charging stations

• Less range than petrol

Approximately what driving range can a Grand Vitara Strong Hybrid deliver on a full tank?

• 500 km

• 800 km

• 1,200 km+

• Unlimited

Which of the following safety/comfort features are often present in Strong Hybrid variants (e.g., Victoris)?

• 6 airbags

• Level-2 ADAS

• Head-up Display (HUD)

• All of the above

What is a common misconception about Strong Hybrids?

• They cannot run in EV mode

• They must be plugged in daily

• The driver can force it into ICE-only mode

• They do not use petrol at all

Which driving modes are usually offered in Strong Hybrid cars?

• Sports, Drift, Race

• Eco, Normal, Power

• Off-road, Sand, Snow

• Highway, City, Track

What benefit did the UP Government provide to Strong Hybrid buyers?

• Free insurance

• Waiver of registration tax/levy

• Lifetime free service

• Free charging stations