Maruti Victoris Base Lxi Vs Top ZXi+ Variant - Key Differences

Maruti Suzuki has fully revealed the new Victoris mid-sized SUV, which has started reaching dealerships. The company is yet to release the prices, but reveals all the important information, including variant-wise features and engine choices. 

In this article, we bring you key differences between the base and top-end variants of the Maruti Suzuki Victoris. For starter, the Victoris is available in 6 trims - Lxi, Vxi, ZXi, ZXi (O), ZXi+ and ZXi+ (O). Except for the base variant, all trims are offered with a strong hybrid engine. The base Victoris Lxi is only available with petrol and CNG fuel options. 

Maruti Victoris LXi Vs ZXi+ Key Differences

Victoris Lxi Vs ZXi+/ZX+ (O) Exterior

- The base variant gets halogen projector headlamps, while the top-spec model gets LED projectors, LED DRLs, automatic headlamps with follow-me-home function and LED front fog lamps. 
- The Lxi has LED rear combination lamp, while the top-end model gets dynamic connected LED tail-lamps.
- The base model gets steel wheels with full wheel covers, while the top-end ZXi+ trim has machined cut alloys. 
- The Lxi variant gets chrome front grille garnish and silver skid plates, while the ZXi+ gets satin chrome finish for front grille and grey skid plates (strong hybrid only)
- Victoris Lxi exterior features include ORVMs with turn indicators, spoiler, rear defogger, shark fin antenna, and LED high mount stop lamp. 
- The top-spec Victoris ZXi+ and ZXi+ (O) gets body coloured outside door handles, body coloured ORVMs with integrated blinkers, roof rails, front variable intermittent wipers and rear window wiper & washer. 

Victoris LXi Vs ZXi+ / ZXi+ (O) Interior

- The Lxi variant is only available with dual-tone Black and Ivory interior scheme with silver accents. On the other hand, the ZXi+ trim gets two interior schemes - Black and Ivory, and all-black interior with champagne gold accents. Both get piano black finish for door trim. 
- The ZXi+ trim gets chrome inside door handles, soft touch IP with premium stitch and leatherette seats. It also gets leatherette steering wheel, glove box light, from footwell light, luggage room lamp,  and 10.1-inch fully digital instrument console. 

Comfort and Convenience Features

- The Lxi variant gets basic features like 60:40 split rear seats, adjustable headrests for all seats, Type A USB charger front, push start with smart key, auto AC, and rear AC vents. It also gets front sliding armrest, rear centre armrest with cup holder, adjustable tilt and telescopic power steering and keyless entry. 

- The ZXi+ trim has all the features available in the Lxi variant. Additionally, it gets powered tailgate with gesture control, panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, 8-way driver powered seat, head-up display, wireless charger, Auto purify with PM 2.5 display, USB charger Type C, auto folding ORVMs, cruise control, paddle shifters with 6AT, and AWD system with terrain modes (Snow, Sport, Lock and Auto).

Victoris Lxi Vs ZXi+ Safety Features

- Lxi variant safety features - ESP, Traction control system, engine drag control, hill hold assist, ABS with EBD and brake assist, rear parking sensors, 6 airbags, seat belt reminder for all seats, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, manual day & night adjustable IRVM, etc. 

- ZXi+ - the top-spec comes equipped with LEVEL-2 ADAS tech with features like adaptive cruise control, lane assist, vehicle sway warning, automatic emergency braking, high beam assist, rear cross traffic alert, forward collision avoidance assist, and blind sport monitor with lane change alert. 

- Additionally, it gets emergency stop signal, hill descent control, electronic parking brake with brake hold (6AT), 360-degree surround view camera with 11 views, front parking sensors with auto 360-degree camera activation, TPMS and Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS). 

Victoris Lxi Vs ZXi+ Infotainment unit

- Lxi variant comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and OTA updates, 2-door speakers. It also gets a multi-functional steering wheel. 

- ZXi+ variant gets a 10.1inch free-standing touchscreen infotainment unit,  8-speaker infinity sound system, Dolby Atmos Surround Sound system, and in-bult 8 channel amplifier with 5.1 surround sound. Other features include Alexa Auto Voice AI, App Store with OTT Apps, Suzuki navigation App with Traffic, speed and camera alerts, internet connectivity, etc. 

Victoris Colours 

- The Lxi trim is available in 3 colours - Splendid Silver, Magma Grey and Pearl Arctic White. 

- The ZXi+ trim is available in 3 dual-tone and 5 monotone colour choices. The monotone colours are Mystic Green, Bluish Black, Splendid Silver, Pearl Arctic White and Magma Grey. The dual-tone colours are Eternal Blue with Bluish Black Roof, Sizzling Red with Bluish Black and Splendid Silver with Bluish Black Roof. 

Victoris Lxi Vs ZXi+ Engine Choices

- The Maruti Victoris Lxi trim is available with two engine choices - a 1.5L K15C petrol and a CNG. Both are offered with a 5-speed manual gearbox. 

- The ZXi+ trim is available with 4 engine gearbox combinations including 1.5L petrol 5MT, 1.5L Petrol 6 AT, a 1.5L petrol with AllGrip Select 6AT, and a strong hybrid with eCVT. This trim is not available with a CNG option. 

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