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Maruti Suzuki’s upcoming facility at Khoraj Industrial Estate is set to play a central role in increasing its overall production capacity further
Maruti Suzuki is accelerating its growth plans with a massive Rs. 10,189 crore investment as it looks at expanding its manufacturing footprint in Gujarat. The upcoming facility at Khoraj Industrial Estate is set to play a central role in increasing its production capacity while supporting the brand’s future product portfolio.
The new plant will be developed in phases with the first stage adding an annual capacity of 2.5 lakh units. Over time, the site is expected to scale up significantly with a planned total capacity of up to 10 lakh units per year across multiple production lines. The initial phase will also include shared infrastructure to support future expansion with operations likely beginning around 2029.
It comes as Maruti Suzuki’s existing facilities in Gurugram, Manesar, Kharkhoda and Hansalpur continue to run at near full utilisation. The company currently has an installed capacity of around 24 lakh units annually which can be stretched to approximately 26 lakh units following the integration of its Gujarat operations. The expansion is being driven by domestic demand as well as growing export requirements.
Models such as the Fronx, Baleno, Swift, Dzire and Ertiga continue to be the mainstay in high volume production across both domestic and international markets. Located close to the existing Hansalpur facility, the new site benefits from an established supplier base, strong logistics infrastructure and proximity to ports.
The economic impact of the project is also expected to be substantial. The expansion could generate over 12,000 direct employment opportunities while supporting up to 7.5 lakh indirect jobs through ancillary industries and MSMEs. Alongside capacity expansion, Maruti Suzuki is also preparing for a major product expansion across different segments and price brackets.
The company plans to introduce seven new SUVs by 2032 comprising petrol, CNG/CBG, mild-hybrid, strong hybrid and fully electric powertrains. Among future launches, a compact SUV positioned against the Tata Punch is expected around 2028 with multiple fuel options including an EV variant. A compact MPV drawing inspiration from Suzuki’s JDM-spec Spacia has also been rumoured.
In addition, the recently launched e Vitara could give rise to a midsize electric MPV as well and the eWX concept could spawn an affordable electric car in the future. The facelifted Brezza will be introduced in the coming months with a new six-speed MT and underbody CNG tank fitment.
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