Auto giant Maruti Suzuki begins shipments of premium SUV VICTORIS for export
DSIJ Intelligence-1 / 16 Jan 2026 / Categories: Mindshare, Trending
Maruti Suzuki India Limited, established in 1981, is India’s leading passenger vehicle manufacturer and the largest subsidiary of Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), which holds a 58.28 per cent equity stake.
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd has officially commenced exports of its premium SUV, the VICTORIS, marking a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion strategy. The initial shipment of over 450 vehicles recently departed from the Mundra and Pipavav ports, destined for international markets where the model will be rebranded as the ‘Across’. This high-end SUV, which embodies the brand’s "Got It All" philosophy, is slated for distribution across more than 100 countries and regions, with a primary focus on Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa.
Since its Indian debut in September 2025, the VICTORIS has quickly garnered acclaim for its blend of intelligent technology, futuristic styling, and premium comfort. Its global appeal is further bolstered by impressive safety credentials, having secured 5-star ratings from both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP. Following its international showcase at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 and its recent achievement of the prestigious Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2026 award, Maruti Suzuki is positioning the Made-in-India "Across" as a flagship offering for the global stage.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “Maruti Suzuki’s export journey is guided by the vision of Make in India, Make for the World. In calendar year 2025, with exports of over 3.9 lakh vehicles, we emerged as India’s number one passenger vehicle exporter for the fifth year in a row. The year also marked our re-entry into Europe with the start of exports of our first Battery Electric Vehicle, e-VITARA.”
He added, “If we look at the growth of India’s passenger vehicle exports in the past five years from CY2020 to CY2025, while the rest of industry grew by 1.43 times, Maruti Suzuki exports grew by 4.67 times. The addition of VICTORIS will further support our export ambitions, and we are hopeful it will be well received in international markets.”
About the Company
Maruti Suzuki India Limited, established in 1981, is India’s leading passenger vehicle manufacturer and the largest subsidiary of Japan’s Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), which holds a 58.28 per cent equity stake. Since becoming an SMC subsidiary in 2002, the company has dominated the domestic market through the manufacturing, sale, and distribution of motor vehicles and spare parts. Today, it stands as a cornerstone of the global Suzuki network, leading in both production volume and sales excellence.
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