The Japanese automaker has recently applied for a patent for the design of eWX EV concept in India, which is likely to be manufactured in near future.
Stylish and Compact Design
First introduced at the 2023 Tokyo Motor Show, the Suzuki eWX features fresh and elegant design solutions. The eWX concept measures 3.4 meters in length, with boxy and tallboy structures similar to those of the Wagon R hatchback. But it is even more petite than the S-Presso, which is an entry-level car manufactured by Maruti Suzuki in India.
Futuristic Styling Cues
The design is protected by patents and looks futuristic with the sloping tapering roof, the oddly positioned curved windshield that goes past the A pillars and no B pillars. Also, the exterior design of eWX encompasses body cladding from round the vehicle and fully covered wheel caps to make it neu and robust.
Promising Performance
Suzuki has not elaborated on technical specifications yet, but the eWX concept is believed to come with a single motor system. The company has said that this small car could have a battery range of around 230 kilometers after a full charge.
India Launch Timeline
Currently, Suzuki’s Indian subsidiary Maruti Suzuki is likely to launch an eWX-based hatchback in its product lineup in 2026-27. This cost-effective EV will be based on Maruti Suzuki’s highly localized K-EV architecture and target Tata Tiago EV and the soon-to-be-launched MG Comet EV in the burgeoning A-segment EV market in India.
Larger Electric Ambitions
Apart from the eWX hatchback, other Maruti Suzuki models include eVX mid-size electric SUV which are planned to be released in February 2025. The eVX SUV will be Maruti Suzuki’s first electric car for the Indian market and will rival the upcoming Hyundai Creta electric car. With the recent patenting of the eWX EV concept design in India, Suzuki has clearly displayed its plans to deliver cost-effective and fashionable electric automobiles in the Indian market. With the focus on the development of efficient means of transport, the eWX hatchback is expected to be received positively by consumers who are always looking for a reliable car for short city trips.
Conclusion
The patent granted to the design of Suzuki eWX EV concept in India is a landmark step for India on the path to green mobility. While the global market prepares for an EV revolution, Maruti Suzuki’s proposed launch of a hatchback model based on the eWX platform by 2026-27 shows its readiness to cater to the changing market in India. As a small hatchback with an approximate range of 230 kilometers, the eWX is all set to meet the green and affordable mobility solution that urban commuters need. With the help of the localized K-EV platform, Maruti Suzuki is to propose the proper solution that can meet the specific demand of the Indian market.
Although the eWX hatchback is yet to hit the markets and is slated for release in the coming couple of years, there is quite a stir surrounding this compact car. Given India’s profound focus on electric vehicles, Maruti Suzuki’s successful launch of the eWX hatchback will not only serve the company’s environmental mission but also enhance its standing in the country’s shift to the electric vehicles industry. With its revolutionary concept and affordable pricing strategy, the eWX hatchback could revolutionize the Indian automobile market.
FAQs
Q1: What is the Suzuki eWX EV?
The Suzuki eWX EV is an electric vehicle concept that is set to be released soon; its first public appearance was at the 2023 Tokyo Motor Show. It has a boxy and small hatchback design similar to the Wagon R but is even smaller than the S-Presso that is currently being sold in India.
Q2: Has Suzuki patented the eWX EV design in India?
Yes, Suzuki has recently registered the design of the eWX EV concept in India, which means that it is likely to launch the car in India.
Q3: What are the expected dimensions of the eWX EV?
In reference to the idea, the eWX EV is a miniature car measuring 3.4 meters in length, according to the Kei car regulations in Japan. Its main design aspects are of boxy and tallboy type, similar in many ways to a compact hatchback.
Q4: What are the key design features of the patented eWX EV?
It has a patented design where the innovative bonnet is curved and goes beyond the A pillars, there are no B pillars, body skirts, and protected wheel covers providing the vehicle with a sleek and muscular look.
Q5: What is the expected range of the Suzuki eWX EV?
However, more official data is still to be released, but according to Suzuki, the eWX concept could have range of about 230 kilometers on a single charge, most probably with a single motor.
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