r/Victoris

Hey everyone! I bought a Maruti Suzuki Victoris LXi Petrol a few weeks ago and am now planning a few upgrades. I'd appreciate insights from anyone who has already installed these or has experience with the Victoris.

1. LED Headlights

After some research, I've shortlisted the AOZOOM AZ1505-S HIR2/9012 because the owner's manual mentions HIR2, so I'm hoping it'll be a straightforward plug-and-play upgrade. However, I'm not entirely sure about the fitment.

Has anyone installed these on the Victoris? Also, has anyone tried OSRAM 80W LEDs? Did they fit perfectly without any modifications? I'd also appreciate feedback on AOZOOM's performance, beam pattern, and long-term reliability.

2. Rear Camera

The dealership told me that they only offer bumper-mounted cameras, so I'm exploring exterior options from brands like Blaupunkt and Pioneer.

I'm not sure whether the factory SmartPlay Pro infotainment system supports AHD cameras or whether an aftermarket camera would be plug-and-play. Has anyone installed an aftermarket rear camera while retaining the original infotainment unit? Any recommendations would be appreciated.

3. Tri-Colour Fog Lamps

I've been looking at tri-colour fog lamps but haven't found many options specifically designed for the Victoris.

I'm considering the AES FX-3 3-inch tri-colour projectors, but I'm unsure whether they'll fit properly without modifications. Would it be better to get the genuine fog lamps from the dealership, or are there any aftermarket options with proper fitment?

4. Sun Film

I haven't explored sun films yet. What are the best options for reducing cabin heat while staying compliant with Indian regulations?

5. 360° Camera

Is it possible to install an aftermarket 360° camera system on the Victoris LXi while retaining the original infotainment unit? If so, which systems would you recommend, and would the installation require any modifications?

Any firsthand experiences, recommendations, or installation details would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

I’ve booked the Maruti Suzuki Victoris VXi Petrol for ₹13,79,500 on-road in Delhi.
Is this a good deal, or could I have negotiated a better price?

Please share your recent purchase prices and honest opinions. Thanks!

Victoris LXI petrol MT is my first car and I'm anxiously waiting for delivery. What are some of the pitfalls that you'd think would be important to know ?

Hello my good folks,

I'm finally getting my first car (via corporate leasing) and I've narrowed it down to two.

Me and my use case

• 6'4" driver
• Office commute, taking the family out, and occasional outstation drives
• ~1000 km/month (just an estimate; I'll probably drive more once I have a car)
• Can charge at home without issues
• First car for my family and me, so zero ownership experience

I'm only open to cars of this size and only EV and Hybrids (given fuel prices). Sedans are extremely uncomfortable for me and my family, since my father gets a lot of leg pain.

The lease setup

• 4-year lease on either car
• At the end, I can pay 20% of the car's value as residual and keep it, or hand it back (without paygin the 20%) and lease a brand new car
• So resale matters to me too, and I have no clue how strong hybrids or EVs hold value. I've only heard EVs don't resell well.

The contenders

• Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI+ (O), top-end Strong Hybrid automatic: ~22L on-road
• Mahindra XEV 9e Pack 2 59kWh, mid and smaller battery variant: ~25L on-road

Victoris

Pros

1. No-nonsense, reliable car
2. Pretty solid comfort overall
3. Cheaper parts and top-tier service reliability
4. Assuming better resale value (not sure how strong hybrids actually do)
5. Ventilated seats. Nice to have since I get very hot and sweaty, though not a dealbreaker with the AC

Cons

1. Looks and road presence fall short compared to the 9e
2. Not as punchy and fun to drive

XEV 9e

Pros

1. Absolutely stunning road presence
2. Insanely comfortable and spacious
3. Fantastic, punchy driving experience
4. Home charging is sorted, so daily use should be easy
5. Best of all, the joy on my parents' faces when I took them for a drive. This is playing a mental game on me and heavily swaying my decision 😂

Cons

1. Range anxiety on long drives, plus charging infra isn't the best (I'm in South India, where it's supposedly better)
2. Mahindra's notorious hit-or-miss service
3. Parts are considerably more expensive, going by friends with XUV500s and 700s
4. Heard EVs have poor resale, no idea how true that is
5. No ventilated seats in the variant I want, not the biggest deal breaker

What I'm looking for

Since home charging is sorted, my real worries are occasional outstation trips and long-term ownership (service, parts, resale). Would love input from anyone who owns either car or went through this as a first-time buyer.

1. How do strong hybrids and EVs actually hold resale value after 4 years?
2. Is the 9e's long-drive hassle overblown, or is Mahindra service the bigger risk?

Thanks in advance ya'll !!!