Maruti Suzuki Huslter : Compact SUVs are the flavour of the season and Maruti Suzuki looks all set to dish out the Hustler, which is a SUV with some iconic style statement, practicality and everyday feel.
Designed to attract a younger crowd and urban families, the Hustler combines the tough allure of off-roaders with the functionality of city cars.
Sitting below the Fronx and the Brezza, the model will fill the need for customers who want an SUV with compact dimensions — something that is easy to slap on the side of a building, fun to hustle and eye-catching when motoring down the road.
Make a Statement Design Bold and On Trend
The Hustler has a unique appearance which includes a bold front grille, thick body cladding, and beefy wheel arches. Dual-tone colors with roof garnish and contrast mirrors give it a bold and youthful appearance.
It adopts smooth projector headlamps with integrated LED DRLs, roof rails and a boxy rear with pseudo-tail lamps, guaranteeing that the Hustler doesn’t miss out on the attention at the first look.
Powerful stance Its aggressive stance is magnified with its 17-inch alloy wheels.
Operational Measurements in Urban Life
Measuring at less than 4m long and sub-2 m in height makes the Hustler easy to thread through narrow streets and slide into tight parking spaces.
The sufficient ground clearance of 190mm or so ensure capability on speed-breakers and broken roads.
The straight-up seating position provides a terrific view, and its maneuverability is very suited to city driving.
But the design does not result in wasted space — the interior is expected to be larger than what its compact footprint would suggest, with ample leg and cargo space.
Powerful Engines And Great Gas Mileage
But under the hood, the buyers will get a new 1.2-litre DualJet petrol engine and its mild-hybrid version to strike right balance between performance and fuel efficiency.
The non-turbo engine is believed to produce 90 PS and 113 Nm, which is sufficient enough for daily city usage.
The mild hybrid system will give a small electric boost during acceleration and provide assistance to idle efficiency.
Transmissions will include a 5-speed manual and a slick AMT that should appeal to both enthusiasts and convenience buyers.
The Interior: Designed for Comfort, Loaded with Intelligence
The Hustler’s interior will be function-first but fashion-forward. Look for a dual-tone dashboard, textured inserts, and chrome or satin silver accents.
The wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto-supporting 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system is mounted centrally, and will come with voice control and Bluetooth audio streaming.
You can expect goodies like automatic climate control, rear AC vents and steering-mounted controls inside the cabin.
Safety isn’t skimped on–dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors and ISOFIX child seat mounts will be included as well.
Flexible Cabin and Storage Options
Maruti will also bring some smart storage solutions in the Hustler. There’s also in the convenience zone an under-seat cubby, deep glovebox with cooling, bottle holders in doors and hidden compartments under the floor.
You can expect a split-fold rear seat (60:40) and a sizable boot — something in the order of 300 litres — so for a daily run to work, or for driving to-and-from the beach on weekends, you should be well sorted.
Ride Comfort and Handling
The Hustler is going to maneuver well with heavy yet ensure a comfortable and soft ride, reportedly from Maruti’s Heartect platform.
With its relatively light chassis and calibrated suspension, the car should offer some on-point dynamics.
The former is sure to be light and precise — ideal for stop-and-go traffic or gentle bends on open roads — and it will glide over potholes without complaint; accurate ride quality figures were not available at the time of writing, but that shouldn’t be far off.
Pros
Bold and robust SUV essence expressed in a compact form
Economic DualJet and mild-hybrid engines with low running costs
Urban-friendly size with decent ground clearance and parking ease
Well-appointed interior with touchscreen, climate controls and safety tech
Smart storage and versatile cargo space contribute to utility
Cons
No diesel engine available, reducing towing capacity for some shoppers
Gearbox lag AMT might bother purists hankering for seamless automatics
No true AWD variant: it’d damp its off-road appeal
Interior quality would be plastic heavy, as with all the compact vehicles from Maruti, probably.
Maruti Suzuki Huslter Final Verdict
The Maruti Suzuki Hustler is here to fill in a slot, which many city residents or the younger buyers have been demanding — the SUV styling with car-like comfort and everyday efficiency.
It uses the strengths of Maruti in mileage, reliability and low cost, but infused some bold design and feature-rich interiors.
Now available its about to launch the Hustler will be an attractive option for families living in the city with style and who want to get around in an iconic and practical vehicle.
Keep your eyes peeled for its arrival—its sure to shake up what a compact SUV is in India’s crowded segment.