Maruti Wagon R flex: At the Auto Expo 2023, Maruti Suzuki displayed a Wagon R flex-fuel prototype. Previously, the Wagon R with flex-fuel technology was on display at the SIAM Ethanol Technology Exhibition in Delhi. According to the most recent information, the Indian automaker intends to launch its first flex-fuel mass segment vehicle in 2025.
Maruti Wagon R 2023: Specifications
| ARAI Mileage | 24.35 Kmpl |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Max Power (bhp @ rpm) | 65.71 bhp @ 5500 rpm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 Litres |
| Engine Displacement | 998 cc |
| Max Torque (nm@rpm) | 89.0 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Boot Space (Litres) | 341 Litres |
Run on any ethanol-petrol blend
The Maruti flex-fuel vehicles will be designed and manufactured in India. This will help to reduce the country’s crude oil imports while also boosting the country’s agricultural economy. These flex-fuel vehicles will be able to run on any ethanol-petrol blend between 20% (E20) and 85% (E85) (E85).
Maruti Wagon R flex: Plans to launch new EVs
Furthermore, the automaker has laid out a production plan, implying that the first EV will arrive in FY2025. Not only that, but by 2030, Maruti Suzuki hopes to sell 15% of battery electric vehicles, 25% of hybrids, and 60% of ICE cars with CNG, biogas, and ethanol-powered powertrains. In addition, the manufacturer has collaborated with the Indian government and Banad Dairy to establish a Biogas Demonstration Project. The facility is scheduled to begin operations in mid-2024.
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