The Maruti Suzuki Invicto, the company’s premium MPV, has secured a five-star safety rating in Bharat NCAP (BNCAP) crash tests. This marks another big achievement for Maruti Suzuki after the recent success of the Grand Vitara SUV in safety evaluations.
Variants Tested in BNCAP
The Zeta+ and Alpha+ variants of the Invicto, in both seven-seater and eight-seater layouts, were tested. The MPV scored 30.43 out of 32 points in adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 points in child occupant protection, making it one of the safest family cars in India.
Safety Features of the Invicto
The Invicto comes well-equipped with modern safety technology. Key features include:
- Six airbags
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Pedestrian protection system
- Seatbelt reminders for all passengers
- Three-point seatbelts
These features helped the Invicto achieve excellent scores in the crash tests.
Price Range of Maruti Suzuki Invicto
The Maruti Suzuki Invicto is sold at a starting price of Rs 24.97 lakh (ex-showroom) for the entry-level Zeta+ variant. The top-spec Alpha+ trim goes up to Rs 28.60 lakh (ex-showroom). The pricing is after the GST 2.0 update.
Impact on Indian MPV Market
The five-star rating for the Invicto is likely to boost buyer confidence in Maruti Suzuki’s premium vehicles. With Indian customers becoming more safety-conscious, this result strengthens Maruti’s position in the competitive premium MPV segment, where models like Toyota Innova Hycross are already popular.
Conclusion
The Maruti Suzuki Invicto’s five-star BNCAP rating shows the company’s growing commitment to safety. With strong scores in both adult and child occupant protection, along with premium safety features, the Invicto sets a new benchmark in the MPV category. This recognition will likely attract more buyers who want both luxury and safety in a family vehicle.
FAQs
Which Maruti Suzuki car got a five-star BNCAP rating?
The Maruti Suzuki Invicto has secured a five-star rating in BNCAP crash tests.
Which variants of the Invicto were tested?
The Zeta+ and Alpha+ variants, in both seven- and eight-seater options, were tested.
What was the Invicto’s crash test score?
It scored 30.43/32 for adult protection and 45/49 for child protection.
What safety features does the Invicto offer?
The Invicto comes with six airbags, ESC, ISOFIX mounts, pedestrian protection, seatbelt reminders, and three-point seatbelts.
What is the price of Maruti Suzuki Invicto in India?
The price starts at Rs 24.97 lakh and goes up to Rs 28.60 lakh (ex-showroom).