Maruti Suzuki e Vitara vs VinFast VF 6 (2026)
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara (₹16.19 Lakh – ₹20.21 Lakh) and VinFast VF 6 (₹18.19 Lakh – ₹20.09 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is more affordable — it starts ₹2.00 Lakh lower than the VinFast VF 6.
- The VinFast VF 6 is the more powerful car, with 201 bhp against 172 bhp.
- The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara claims the longer range: 543 km vs 468 km.
- Only the VinFast VF 6 has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
- The VinFast VF 6 has the bigger boot: 423 litres vs 306 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Maruti Suzuki e Vitara in short
The e Vitara is Maruti Suzuki's first electric vehicle, a born-EV midsize SUV built on the Heartect-e platform in Gujarat for both India and export markets. Offered with 49 kWh and 61 kWh LFP battery packs, the larger unit claims over 500 km of MIDC range. It squares up against the Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv EV, Mahindra BE 6 and MG ZS EV.
Full e Vitara prices & variants →VinFast VF 6 in short
The VF 6 is VinFast's entry point in India: a compact electric SUV built at the company's Thoothukudi plant, with a 59.6 kWh pack, up to 468 km ARAI range and a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. Its headline pitch is ownership assurance — a 7-year/2,00,000 km vehicle warranty, 10-year battery warranty and free public charging on VinFast's network until 2029 — aimed squarely at the Creta Electric, Curvv EV and MG Windsor.
Full VF 6 prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: e Vitara or VF 6?
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is more affordable — it starts ₹2.00 Lakh lower than the VinFast VF 6. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
e Vitara vs VF 6 — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Maruti Suzuki e Vitara — not yet tested; VinFast VF 6 — 5 stars.
Should I buy the e Vitara or the VF 6?
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is more affordable — it starts ₹2.00 Lakh lower than the VinFast VF 6. The VinFast VF 6 is the more powerful car, with 201 bhp against 172 bhp. The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara claims the longer range: 543 km vs 468 km. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.