Performance and Motor of Maruti Suzuki Xl6 in India

Engine: 1.5L K15C Smart Hybrid Petrol / S-CNG

The XL6 is powered by the 1.5-litre K15C four-cylinder Dual Jet engine. The petrol variants feature Smart Hybrid technology, which includes idle start-stop, brake energy regeneration, and torque assist. For those prioritizing economy, the factory-fitted S-CNG variant offers a bi-fuel setup with dual electronic control units for an optimized air-fuel ratio.

Max Power: 102 bhp (Petrol) / 87 bhp (CNG Mode)

In petrol mode, the engine produces 102 bhp at 6,000 rpm and 136.8 Nm of torque. When switched to CNG, the output is slightly moderated to 87 bhp and 121.5 Nm, providing a balance between highway cruising capability and city efficiency.

Mileage: 20.97 kmpl (Petrol MT) / 26.32 km/kg (CNG)

Efficiency remains a core strength, with the petrol manual returning 20.97 kmpl and the 6-speed automatic achieving 20.27 kmpl. The S-CNG variant leads the pack with an ARAI-certified mileage of 26.32 km/kg, making it one of the most economical 6-seaters in its class.