Friday, September 26, 2025
By Kamal Swami
Maruti Suzuki Invicto Scores 5 Stars In BNCAP Test
The Maruti Suzuki Invicto strong hybrid MPV has scored a five-star safety rating in the recently conducted Bharat NCAP crash tests. With this, Invicto joins the team of Dzire sedan and the recently launched Victoris compact SUV to score a star rating in the BNCAP test. During the test, Invicto scored 30.43 out of 32 points for adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 points for child occupant protection, making it one of the safest models currently available in India. The rating applies to all three variants of the Invicto range.
Speaking on the achievement, Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO of Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said,“Safety has always been at the heart of Maruti Suzuki’s product philosophy. We are honoured to receive the prestigious 5-star rating in the Bharat NCAP assessment for our premium Strong Hybrid UV, Invicto. Bharat NCAP has ushered in world-class testing protocols in India, empowering customers to make informed choices.”
Performance in Crash Tests
In the adult occupant protection category, the Invicto performed impressively, scoring 14.43 out of 16 points in the front offset test and a perfect 16 out of 16 in the side impact test. For child occupant protection, the MPV secured a perfect 24 points in the dynamic test, 12 out of 12 for child restraint system installation, and 9 out of 13 in the vehicle assessment segment.
Comprehensive Safety Features
Speaking about the safety features, the Invicto is equipped with a robust suite of safety features. It is among 15 Maruti Suzuki models that now come with six airbags as standard. Other safety highlights include ABS with EBD, electronic parking brake with Auto Hold, TPMS, ESP with Hill Hold Assist, and a 360-degree camera with guidelines. The MPV also features 3-point ELR seatbelts for all passengers and ISOFIX child seat anchors.
Importance for Indian Buyers
As a common practice, Indian car buyers always prefer to buy fuel-efficient and budget-friendly cars rather than focusing on safety. However, this trend is shifting rapidly. With Bharat NCAP’s introduction of global testing standards, safety is becoming a key decision factor for customers. The Invicto’s five-star rating underscores Maruti Suzuki’s commitment to evolving with this mindset and reflects a reputational milestone for the brand — being the third Maruti model to earn the coveted top safety rating under Bharat NCAP standards.
