In a significant development for India’s automotive safety landscape, Maruti Suzuki’s premium MPV, the Invicto, has secured a comprehensive 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP. This achievement comes close on the heels of the Victoris SUV’s similar top rating, firmly establishing Maruti Suzuki’s renewed commitment to vehicle safety across its product portfolio.
The tested variants included both Zeta+ and Alpha+ trims in seven and eight-seater configurations, with the MPV demonstrating exceptional crash protection capabilities across all tested parameters.
The Invicto’s safety credentials are reflected in its impressive scores – achieving 30.43 out of 32 points in adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 points in child occupant protection. These scores place the Invicto among the safest vehicles in the Indian market, particularly noteworthy for a people-mover where family safety is of utmost importance. The MPV comes equipped with six airbags as standard, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), advanced pedestrian protection systems, and three-point seatbelts for all occupants. The inclusion of ISOFIX child seat mounts across multiple rows further enhances its family-friendly safety proposition.
Based on the same platform as its Toyota counterpart, the Invicto features a sophisticated 2.0-litre strong hybrid petrol engine that combines a 172bhp combustion engine with an 11bhp electric motor to deliver a combined output of 183bhp. The e-CVT transmission ensures seamless power delivery while maintaining an excellent fuel efficiency of 23.24kpl, making it both powerful and efficient for family journeys and urban commuting alike.
Priced between ₹24.97 lakh to ₹28.60 lakh (ex-showroom), the Invicto represents Maruti Suzuki’s flagship offering in the premium people-mover segment. The 5-star rating significantly strengthens its position against competitors, providing families with the assurance of top-tier safety without compromising on space, comfort, or efficiency. This achievement is particularly crucial for a vehicle category primarily used for family transportation, where safety considerations often outweigh other purchase factors.
The back-to-back 5-star ratings for Maruti Suzuki’s premium vehicles mark a strategic shift in the brand’s approach to safety, demonstrating that the automaker is serious about addressing consumer concerns regarding vehicle protection. This development is likely to influence both consumer preferences and industry standards, pushing other manufacturers to prioritize safety in their respective segments.
