When a new SUV enters the market with a starting price of Rs 10 lakh, the first question most buyers ask is - ‘Is the base variant worth it?’ With the Maruti Suzuki Victoris LXi MT, priced at Rs 10,49,900
(ex-showroom), Maruti is clearly targeting buyers who want a modern, safe SUV without stretching to higher trims loaded with tech-heavy features.
Engine
The Victoris LXi MT is a 5-seater compact SUV which is powered by Maruti’s familiar 1.5-litre K15C Smart Hybrid petrol engine. This engine produces around 102 bhp and 139 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox driving the front wheels. In real-world terms, this setup is tuned more for smooth city driving and fuel efficiency rather than aggressive performance. Maruti claims an ARAI mileage of 21.18 kmpl, which makes it one of the more economical petrol SUVs in this size bracket.
Safety
Where the Victoris LXi truly stands out is safety. Even in its base variant, Maruti has equipped it with a strong safety package. You get six airbags as standard, along with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill-Hold Assist, ABS with EBD, Brake Assist, rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and 3-point seatbelts for all passengers. The Victoris has also scored a 5-star rating in both Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP, which is reassuring for families prioritising safety over fancy features.
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Exterior
On the outside, the LXi keeps things simple but presentable as it comes with halogen headlamps, LED tail lamps, 17-inch steel wheels with covers, body-coloured bumpers, and ORVMs with turn indicators. It doesn’t try to look flashy, but it still carries the upright SUV stance thanks to its 210 mm ground clearance, which is useful on rough roads and speed breakers.
Interior
Inside the cabin, the Victoris LXi focuses on practicality. You get a dual-tone interior, fabric seats, manual air-conditioning with rear AC vents, front and rear power windows, tilt-adjustable steering, and a 4.2-inch TFT multi-information display in the instrument cluster. There is no touchscreen infotainment system here, which might feel like a miss to some, but Maruti has clearly prioritised essentials over electronics at this price.
Dimensions
In terms of size, the Victoris measures 4,360 mm in length, 1,795 mm in width, and 1,655 mm in height, with a 2,600 mm wheelbase. This translates to decent rear-seat space and a usable boot, with figures quoted between 320 and 439 litres, depending on measurement standards.
So, who should consider the Victoris LXi MT? If you are a buyer who values safety, reliability, fuel efficiency and low running costs, and you don’t mind skipping features like a touchscreen or alloy wheels, this base variant makes a strong case.
