Maruti Cars: Reviews, Verdicts & Safety

The Maruti Invicto leads at 8.1/10 (BUY). It is one of 1 of 13 Maruti models the jury rates a BUY.

Maruti has a verified crash rating for 7 of its 13 models (54% of the range), averaging 3.1/5 with 3 at a full 5 stars. Our safety index of 1.7/5 is coverage-adjusted: a brand earns credit only for models it actually crash-tests, so untested cars count against it. That puts Maruti #17 of 17 brands we track. Note: 6 Maruti models have no published rating, a safety blind spot when you compare brands. Models like the Maruti Dzire and Maruti Suzuki e Vitara carry 5-star bodies.

These Maruti models hold a full 5-star crash rating: Maruti Dzire, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, Maruti Invicto.

On our coverage-adjusted safety index Maruti scores 1.7/5, having crash-tested 7 of its 13 models, versus a tracked-brand average of 3.9/5. Among rivals: Hyundai 2.3/5 (5/9 tested), Tata 4.5/5 (10/11 tested). The index rewards brands that test their whole range, not just their safest cars, so a high score with low coverage is a red flag. Always check the exact variant too, as airbag counts can vary by trim.

Of Maruti's electric cars the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara leads at 6.3/10. The full EV range, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, is reviewed individually so you can match range and price.

Yes. We review 1 Maruti EV: Maruti Suzuki e Vitara.

The jury rates the Maruti Grand Vitara 6.5/10, a WAIT verdict, and it is the most cross-shopped Maruti in our data. Read the full review for the trim and engine we'd pick.

On jury score the Maruti Fronx tops Maruti's suv range at 6.7/10. Compare it against the rest in the table above before deciding.

On jury score the Maruti Baleno tops Maruti's hatchback range at 7.2/10. Compare it against the rest in the table above before deciding.

Across 13 reviewed models Maruti averages 6.5/10 with 1 BUY verdicts.

BUY means the jury would recommend it now. WAIT means it is good but a price cut, update or rival makes holding off smart. SKIP means a materially better option exists at the money.

Each score aggregates every credible independent review of that model into a single 0-10 verdict, weighted for reviewer track record and recency. It is not our personal drive impression.

No. We don't drive manufacturer press cars, run sponsored reviews or accept money from Maruti or any brand. India's car media has an agenda. We don't.