Unveiled: Maruti Suzuki's New Black-Themed Grand Vitara, Dubbed the Phantom Blaq Edition – Key Upgrades Explored
Maruti Suzuki has joined the trend of black SUVs with the launch of a new special edition called the Phantom Blaq Edition of the Grand Vitara. This edition comes with an all-new, all-black cosmetic package, replacing all the chrome around the body with black trims, except for the beltline and Maruti Suzuki emblems.
The Phantom Blaq Edition is available only in the top-spec Grand Vitara Alpha+ strong hybrid trim. It is mated to an e-CVT automatic gearbox and promises a fuel efficiency of 27.97 kmpl. The powertrain consists of a 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol engine, a 0.76 kWh lithium-ion battery, and a front-mounted electric motor, delivering a combined output of 114 bhp peak power.
The interior of the Phantom Blaq Edition remains unchanged from the standard Grand Vitara. However, the article does not specify the key differences between the two. The Phantom Blaq Edition comes with blacked-out 17-inch alloy wheels, adding to its distinctive look.
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is now available for comparison with other cars like the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Maruti Suzuki Jimny, Renault Bigster (upcoming), Hyundai Creta, and Volkswagen Taigun. Several black edition SUVs have been launched by Tata Motors, Mahindra, MG, Hyundai, and others, focusing on blacked-out exteriors and cabin themes for a distinctive and premium look.
Tata Motors leads with the highest number of black edition SUVs, including the Safari, Harrier EV, and Curvv. Tata has launched multiple black or "Dark" editions, dominating the segment with 6 SUV variants. The Safari Dark Editions include the Pure X Dark (with 18-inch dark alloy wheels and an all-black cabin), Adventure X+ Dark (with 19-inch dark alloy wheels, an all-black cabin, dark badging, and matte black treatments on exterior parts such as the grille and bumpers), Harrier EV Stealth Edition, and Safari Stealth Edition. Both Stealth Editions feature a panoramic sunroof, connected LEDs, JBL sound system, level 2 driver assistance, and seven airbags.
Mahindra offers 3 Black Edition SUV models, but specific model names or details are not mentioned explicitly in the search results. They are noted as part of the Rs 15-30 lakh dark edition SUV segment available in India along with Tata. Hyundai has also introduced Black Editions for some of their SUVs, but the exact models are not specifically detailed in the sources.
On the other hand, MG, Toyota, Renault, and Volkswagen currently have no widely reported black edition SUVs launched in this category in India. However, the Renault Bigster is an upcoming car with a 1299 cc petrol engine and a price range of 13 to 18 Lakhs.
The pricing and launch details of the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Phantom Blaq Edition are yet to be announced. Maruti Suzuki is capitalizing on the trend of black SUVs with this launch, joining the ranks of other carmakers like Tata Motors, Mahindra, and MG, who have also launched black edition iterations of their SUVs.
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara's Phantom Blaq Edition joins the home-and-garden of other carmakers like Tata Motors and Mahindra in offering a lifestyle statement through blacked-out SUVs. As Tata Motors leads with the highest number of black edition SUVs, it isn't surprising that they've also introduced a home-and-garden line for their home appliances, featuring a distinct black design, aiming to match the sleek look of their black edition SUVs.
