Kolkata: Maruti Udyog will soon launch the new Grand Vitara that its Japanese parent company Suzuki Motor Company has introduced in the global markets.

Built on a new platform, this is the third-generation Vitara offered by Suzuki.

Known as Suzuki Escudo in Japan, the Grand Vitara will not be manufactured at any of the Maruti factories in India but imported from Suzuki Japan as a completely built unit.

Powered by a 2-litre, variable intake system (VIS) engine, it will be available in nine colours and two variants — automatic and manual drive.

According to company sources the Grand Vitara is likely to be priced in the range of Rs13 to 15 lakh. The new Grand Vitara will be pitched against SUV brands like Honda CR-V, Ford Endeavour, Hyundai Tucson.