Maruti's electric MPV and Fronx facelift likely at Bharat Mobility Expo 2027

Two new Maruti Suzuki cars are drawing much attention these days: the YMC electric MPV and the Fronx facelift. The company's new three-row electric MPV and the updated Fronx are expected to be unveiled at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo in New Delhi in February 2027. The expo will be held in New Delhi from February 4 to 9.

The company has shared details about the electric MPV. It has not yet been decided when the Fronx facelift will be introduced.

The electric MPV, codenamed YMC, could be the company's second electric car after the e Vitara. It is being tested on Indian roads. Going by its size, it appears to be a three-row MPV. It is likely to come in two seating options, six-seater and seven-seater.

The MPV may be built on the HEARTECT-e platform used in the e Vitara, so the battery and motor technology in the two cars is likely to be similar. Reports say it could get two battery packs, of 48.8 kWh and 61.1 kWh. With the larger pack, the car could offer a range of more than 500 km on a single charge. However, the company has not released these figures.

In the market, the electric MPV could compete with the Kia Carens Clavis EV. Features such as a connected display and ADAS are likely in the cabin.

Meanwhile, testing of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx facelift has begun. A camouflaged test model has been spotted on the roads. The design of the front grille and bumper may change in the new model. ADAS sensors in the front grille and disc brakes at the rear are also likely.

Some changes from the updated Baleno may be carried over to the Fronx in the interior and features. No information has emerged about any change in the engine. The current 1.0-litre turbo petrol and 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engines are likely to continue.

With a few months still to go before the expo, more information about both Maruti cars could emerge in the coming months.