Maruti Suzuki on Thursday launched the facelift version of its multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) XL6 with a refreshed design, and advanced features and is powered by a Next-Generation powertrain with an all-new 6-speed automatic transmission.
Maruti claims that the new XL6 based on NEXA’s ‘Crafted Futurism’ Design Language is the second model to feature NEXA’s Crafted Futurism design language.
Speaking at the launch of the All-New XL6, Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited said, “The XL6 has been a very successful model for us at NEXA. It has managed to carve a space for itself as the premium MPV in a short period...Based on NEXA's new design language “CRAFTED FUTURISM”, the All-New XL6 has a refreshed design, and advanced features and is powered by Next-Generation powertrain with an all-new 6-speed automatic transmission. I am confident that our NEXA customers will appreciate the All-New XL6.”
The vehicle is powered by the Next-Gen K-series 1.5L Dual Jet, Dual VVT Gasoline Engine with Progressive Smart Hybrid Technology. The All-New XL6 offers a peak power of 75.8 W@6000rpm and max. torque of 136.8 Nm@4400 rpm.
The All-New XL6 is available with the choice of a 5-speed manual and an all-new advanced 6-speed Automatic Transmission with steering mounted Paddle Shifters and offers fuel efficiency of 20.97 km/l (MT) and 20.27km/l (AT).
Comfort and convenience features include ventilated Seats in the front row, 17.78 cm (7 inch) SmartPlay Pro Touchscreen Infotainment System, In-built Suzuki Connect, featuring remote functionality with over 40+ features such as AC Control, vehicle safety & security, trips & driving behaviour analysis, status alerts along with vehicle health monitoring and other remote operations.
The All-New XL6 can also be remotely accessed through a compatible smart watch & voice connectivity through Suzuki connect skill for Amazon Alexa.
Safety-wise, The All-New XL6 has four airbags (Driver, Co-driver and front seat side) as standard across all variants. It also has Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), for enhanced safety and an optimum ride, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill Hold Assist (HHA) as standard across variants. It also has a 360 View Camera for ease of parking in the tightest of spaces and ‘approaching object detection’ feature that can sense the presence of moving objects on the screen.
The MPV will be available at a starting price of Rs 11.29 lakhs which goes up to Rs 14.55 lakh for the top variant. The new XL6 can also be owned through Maruti Suzuki Subscribe at an all-inclusive monthly subscription fee starting from Rs 25,499.