​Maruti Suzuki’s total production capacity across its facilities in Gurugram, Manesar in Haryana, Kharkhoda, and Hansalpur in Gujarat now stands at a staggering 26.5 lakh units annually. When the Kharkhoda plant becomes fully operational, it will take the place of Suzuki’s largest four-wheeler manufacturing location with a capacity of 10 lakh vehicles per year.

​Additionally, Maruti Suzuki has also indicated its plan to add 5 lakh units of capacity in FY 26-27, which comes in line with the company’s plan of ramping up production. Currently, Maruti Suzuki manufactures the compact Brezza and the mid-size Victoris SUVs at the Kharkhoda facility. The foundation of this facility was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in August, 2022.

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The new plant will focus on manufacturing and assembling  advanced systems like Electric Drive Units (EDU) and Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) systems. The strategic move comes after a significant order for EDU and DHT systems from a key customer.

With a total estimated investment of ₹550 crore, funded through a mix of debt and equity, the capital expenditure will be phased over the next two years. The facility is expected to be commissioned by the second quarter of 2028.

This is the second EV powertrain plant announced by UMAIPL, which comes in quick succession, following the ongoing setup of its facility in Khed city, Pune, which is slated to begin its operations in 2027.

With the country’s automotive industry accelerating towards advanced powertrains including Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs), and Range Extended EVs (REEVs), the brand is aiming to solidify its first-mover advantage through progressive localisation and global standard manufacturing.

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A new SUV model will be the first to be produced in the plant, but details about the SUV have not been disclosed. The plant will also cover a wide range of operations like stamping, welding, painting and assembly. The aim behind this new plant is to target future demands of the ever-so-fast growth of India’s market and also to cater to surrounding regions.

The year 1997 marked the establishment of TKM, the strategic alliance between Toyota Motor Corporation of Japan, that holds an 89 percent stake and Kirloskar Systems Limited of India, which has a stake of 11 percent. Production began in 1999 at TKM’s first plant located in Bidadi, Karnataka, while a second plant built at the same place commenced operations 11 years later. The two plants have a combined production capacity of 3,24,000 units annually and permanently employ 6,466 people.

The plan to build a plant in Maharashtra can also be seen as a tactical move as the state is home to many automotive manufacturers. Toyota stated that the new factory will strengthen its production structure, which will enable a flexible response to the growth and market change.           

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