Maruti Suzuki India Limited’s premium Strong Hybrid UV, the INVICTO, has been awarded the highest 5-star safety rating in the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (Bharat NCAP). This achievement highlights the company’s commitment to prioritizing customer safety through a comprehensive range of active and passive safety features integrated under the NEXA Safety Shield. The INVICTO’s design, which features robust structural stability and advanced features, played a crucial role in its performance.
Mr. Hisashi Takeuchi, MD & CEO of Maruti Suzuki India Limited, expressed pride in the milestone, stating that safety has always been a core part of the company’s product philosophy. He praised Bharat NCAP for introducing world-class testing protocols that enable customers to make well-informed purchasing decisions.
The INVICTO’s safety features, which are available on the tested variant, include:
- 6 airbags (Front, Side, and Curtain)
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill Hold Assist
- 3-point ELR seatbelts
- A 360-degree view camera with dynamic guidelines
- Suzuki Connect with advanced eCall functionality
- Front and Rear Disc Brakes
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold
- ABS with EBD
- Isofix child seat anchorage
- Frontal offset impact safety, Side impact safety, and Pedestrian impact safety
In the Bharat NCAP assessment, the INVICTO scored 30.43 out of a maximum of 32 for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 45.00 out of 49 for Child Occupant Protection (COP).
Maruti Suzuki has made significant strides in standardizing safety features across its lineup. The company now offers 6 airbags as a standard feature in 15 models and across 157 variants. This includes entry-segment models like the Alto K10 and Celerio, hatchbacks such as the Wagon R and Swift, and SUVs like the Brezza, Grand Vitara, and Jimny. The INVICTO’s 5-star rating further strengthens Maruti Suzuki’s Bharat NCAP portfolio, which also includes the All-New Dzire and VICTORIS, both of which also hold a 5-star rating.
The Bharat NCAP Certificate of the Safety Star Rating Assessment for the Maruti Suzuki INVICTO, issued on September 3, 2025, confirms a 5-star rating for both Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and Child Occupant Protection (COP). The assessment was conducted in July 2025 and is part of the 2023-2027 assessment period.
Summary of Scores:
- Adult Occupant Protection (AOP): 30.43 out of a maximum of 32.
- Child Occupant Protection (COP): 45.00 out of a maximum of 49.
Safety Features on the Tested Variant:
- Air Bags: 6 (Dual Frontal, Side, and Curtain)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Available as a standard fitment
- Pedestrian Protection: Available as a standard fitment
- Seat Belt Reminders: Available as a standard fitment
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the safety rating of the Maruti Suzuki INVICTO in the Bharat NCAP assessment? The Maruti Suzuki INVICTO has received the highest 5-star safety rating.
- What were the scores for the INVICTO’s safety assessment? The INVICTO scored 30.43 out of 32 for Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 45.00 out of 49 for Child Occupant Protection (COP).
- What safety features are standard on the INVICTO? Key safety features on the INVICTO include 6 airbags, ESP with Hill Hold Assist, 3-point ELR seatbelts, a 360-degree view camera, and Suzuki Connect with eCall functionality.
- Are other Maruti Suzuki models also equipped with 6 airbags as standard? Yes, Maruti Suzuki offers 6 airbags as standard in 15 models across 157 variants, including the Alto K10, Wagon R, Swift, Brezza, and Dzire.
- What other models in Maruti Suzuki’s lineup have a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating? The INVICTO joins the All-New Dzire and VICTORIS as a part of Maruti Suzuki’s 5-star Bharat NCAP portfolio.
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