Maruti Suzuki launches Victoris Aurum Edition with copper-look kit priced at Rs 22,990

Maruti Suzuki has introduced the Aurum Edition of its popular SUV Victoris to mark the completion of its first year in India. The special edition brings some distinctive changes to the vehicle's exterior look and cabin. The accessory kit for it has been priced at Rs 22,990.

This price is not for the whole vehicle but only for the special accessory kit. The kit is available only for the strong hybrid variant. The company has made no change to the engine or performance in this edition.

On the outside, the main attraction of the Aurum Edition is the copper-coloured inserts. These are fitted on the front, side and rear skid plates and on the wheel arches. Chrome garnish has also been provided on the front grille, fenders, bumpers, body-side mouldings and door visors. These changes give the SUV's exterior a distinct identity. "Aurum" is a Latin word meaning gold.

The cabin also gets some special accessories. These include all-weather 3D floor mats, a 3D boot mat and a rear trunk sill guard. These changes have mostly been made with safety and everyday convenience in mind. Actor Shahid Kapoor has been chosen for the advertising campaign for this edition.

According to Maruti Suzuki's claim, the Victoris has crossed the total sales marks of 1 lakh and 1.5 lakh units in India faster than any other vehicle since its launch. The Aurum Edition has been brought out amid this success.

The Victoris comes with three powertrain options: a 1.5-litre petrol, a petrol-CNG and a 1.5-litre strong hybrid. The petrol engine delivers 103.06 PS of power and 139 Nm of torque. The CNG variant produces 100.6 PS in petrol mode and 87.8 PS in CNG mode. The strong hybrid variant combines a petrol engine with an electric motor.

Transmission options are a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic and an e-CVT. Customers who put a premium on looks will thus get distinctive styling along with hybrid technology in the Aurum Edition.