Maruti Suzuki begins exporting VICTORIS SUV as 'Across' to global markets
Maruti Suzuki has started exporting its premium SUV VICTORIS, badged as 'Across', with over 450 vehicles shipped from Indian ports to global markets.
- 450+
- 3.9 lakh
- 5-star
What Happened
The VICTORIS SUV, which earned a 5-star safety rating in Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP, was showcased at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. It will be sold internationally as 'Across'. Maruti Suzuki introduced VICTORIS in India in September 2025 and it recently won the Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2026 award.
450+vehicles
Initial export shipment from Mundra and Pipavav ports.
- 4.67x
- 1.43x
“The addition of VICTORIS will further support our export ambitions, and we are hopeful it will be well received in international markets.”
Why this matters
The export launch supports Maruti Suzuki's global expansion, as the company has grown exports 4.67 times over five years and remains India's top passenger vehicle exporter.
Terms in This Story
- Global NCAP
- New Car Assessment Programme that evaluates vehicle safety for global markets.
- Bharat NCAP
- India's own car safety assessment program, similar to Global NCAP.
- ICOTY
- Indian Car of the Year award, recognizing the best car launched in India in a given year.
- Make in India
- A government initiative to encourage companies to manufacture products in India.
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