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97.5% of Maruti cars have 6 airbags as standard feature: Top executive

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August 11, 2025

MARUTI Suzuki India (MSIL) has equipped 140 out of its 147 passenger vehicle (PV) variants with six airbags as a standard feature, setting itself apart from competitors who often offer only two airbags in base trims, said a company top executive.

- ARSHAD KHAN @New Delhi

The country's largest car-maker stated that only six to seven variants, primarily the Espresso and Ignis models, are yet to receive the upgrade.

"We've implemented six airbags in 140 variants, covering 97.5% of our portfolio," said Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer (Marketing & Sales) at Maruti Suzuki India.

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