Maruti Ertiga Launch Date
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd has not yet disclosed the exact launch date of the car, but if we believe on the rumours the company will launch Maruti Ertiga in India by the end of this year.
Maruti Ertiga Price
The all new Maruti Ertiga price will fall in the range of Rs 7 to 9 lakh.
Maruti Ertiga Review
Maruti Suzuki India will soon be marking its debut in the MUV (multi utility vehicle) segment in the Indian auto market with the launch of its much awaited and much popular Maruti Ertiga. The new Maruti Ertiga will be first ever MUV model from the Maruti camp, a segment where it was absent so far. The car will be positioned in the price segment of Rs 7 to 10 lakh where it will be competing with the likes of Toyota Innova, Tata Aria and Mahindra Xylo.
In January 2010, a concept of Maruti Ertiga model was showcased at the Delhi International Auto Expo, named as Maruti RIII concept. The RIII concept proved a show stopper at the Maruti’s giant platform, where it received a staggering response from the car enthusiasts and car buyers. Now almost 2 years after this display, the Maruti RIII concept is ready as production version – Maruti Ertiga. The model is expected to be launched at the upcoming International auto expo in the National Capital in January 2012.
In recent months, there have been a number of incidents when, brand new Maruti Ertiga model caught testing on Indian roads, clearly indicating towards its early launch. With the launch of Ertiga model, Maruti Suzuki will be strengthening its position in the crossover segment, where it was absent so far. The biggest rival of the new Ertiga model will be Toyota Innova, which has been unchallenged in its segment. Innova has been a leader in its segment since its launch. And with the launch of Ertiga, Maruti will try to grab a major chunk of crossover segment sales in the Indian market, biting into the Innova’s market share.
However, dimensions of the new Maruti Ertiga model are expected to be a bit smaller as compared to Innova, as seen in the recent spy pictures of the car. Actually, the car will not be rolled—out in the Innova price segment. Rather, Maruti would be pricing the Ertiga a bit lower by adopting cost efficiency majors in its manufacturing. As we all know, Maruti has been a king in low cost production. The Ertiga model is expected to be about Rs 60,000 to 80,000 cheaper as compared to Toyota Innova.
The Maruti Ertiga will be rolled-out in both petrol and diesel versions in the Indian market, with a number of variants to choose from. The petrol variant is expected to be powered by a 1372cc K – Series engine, which is expected to deliver a peak power of 95 bhp along with a peak torque of 130 Nm. On the other hand, the diesel version will be launched with a 1.3 Litre DDiS engine that is the same engine unit to which has already proved its worth in mid-size sedan Maruti SX4. The powerful diesel engine will be coupled with Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) that enhances the efficiency of the engine considerably. It is expected to outpour a peak power 89 bhp along with a peak torque of 200 Nm.
Both petrol and diesel variants of the car will be joined with a five speed manual transmission gearbox. Initially, the manual transmission will be the only option available; however, later on company may decide to launch it with an automatic transmission version, same as offered with the Maruti SX4.
The Maruti Ertiga model will be rolled-out in 6 variants including three each in petrol and diesel versions. The petrol variants of the Ertiga would be including LXI, VXI and ZXI models. The diesel version will include Ldi, Vdi and Zdi models. While the LXI and LDI will be the base models, the VXI and VDI will be the mid range models. On the other hand, ZXI and ZDI will be the fully equipped top end models. While the base models will be blessed with the standard features, the top end variants will be blessed with a range of premium features. A range of active and passive safety features are expected to be offered with the car including ABS (antilock braking system) with EBD (electronic brake force distributions) and optional dual front airbags.
Maruti Ertiga Mileage and Fuel Efficiency | Model | Mileage (City) | Mileage (Highway) |
| Maruti Ertiga Petrol | 13 kmpl | 17 kmpl |
| Maruti Ertiga Diesel | 15 kmpl | 19 kmpl |
As all other portfolio car models of Maruti Suzuki in the Indian market, both petrol and diesel variants of the Maruti Ertiga model will be highly fuel efficient. The fuel economy could provide an upper hand to Maruti Ertiga over its competitors.
The 1.4L K series engine of Maruti Ertiga petrol version is a highly efficient unit which is expected to deliver a mileage of 13 to 17 km per liter on Indian roads. While 13 km per liter is expected to be the maximum mileage limit for congested roads of cities, 17 km per liter will be the highest mileage for long highway journeys.
On the other hand, the Maruti Ertiga diesel version is expected to be offering a mileage in the range of 15 to 19 km per liter. While on highways, the car is expected to be delivering a peak mileage of up to 19 kmpl, it will offer a considerably high mileage of 15 km per liter in city areas. The addition of Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) will help the Maruti Ertiga diesel in achieving a considerably high mileage.
Maruti Ertiga Models As mentioned above, the Maruti Ertiga will possibly be launched in three petrol and three diesel variants. All three petrol variants will be powered by the same 1.4 liter K series engine and manual transmission. On the other hand, the three petrol version will be powered by a 1.2L DDiS engine. Below are the expected feature details of six variants.
Maruti Ertiga Engine, Power and Performance
As we have already mentioned, the Maruti Ertiga model will be rolled-out in both diesel and petrol variants. The petrol variant of the car will be powered by a 1.4 liter power train of Maruti’s latest K Series. With a displacement of 1372 CC, the engine of Ertiga petrol is expected to be capable of delivering a peak power of 95 bhp along with a peak torque of 130 Nm.
On the other hand, the Maruti Ertiga diesel will come powered by a 1.3L DDiS engine, which has already been used by the company in the popular sedan SX4. The Maruti Ertiga diesel engine will come coupled with Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) for better efficiency. The maximum power and maximum torque figures of the Maruti Ertiga diesel are expected to be 89 bhp and 200 Nm, respectively.
Both petrol and diesel version of the car come coupled with a five speed manual transmission gearbox as standards. The automatic transmission version of Maruti Ertiga is expected to be launched in the country after a few months of the launch of Manual transmission version. All variants of the car will be compatible with the new generation BS-IV emission norms, thanks to the Maruti’s new age K series engine, which is not only better in fuel efficiency, but also emits lower Co2 in the environment.
Maruti Ertiga Exterior and Features
After the display of Maruti Ertiga concept at the Delhi International Auto Expo in January 2010, one thing was clear that Maruti will be leaving no stone unturned in making sure that its first ever crossover in India have a impeccably futuristic design. The exterior of the car is blessed with a pillar-less look, thanks to the uniquely designed wrapped – in – itself rear wind screen, wider and bulkier chin, Ritz like front designing etc. However, the car’s back profile look moderate. In a bid to increase the strength of the car, the company has used a corrugated roof.
The designing of the Maruti Ertiga will be carrying an impression of a number of popular cars of Maruti. The front and side profile of the car bears substantial similarities with the premium hatchback Ritz. Inside, the car carries a number of similarities with the new age Swift model. The seating arrangement will be somewhat similar to the Maruti’s popular MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle) Eeco.
The Maruti Ertiga exterior is expected to be loaded with a range of styling features including alloy wheels, body colored bumpers, mirrors and OVRMs, and many more. The length of the car will be about 4265 mm including a long wheelbase of 2780 mm. In comparison to the premium hatchback Maruti Suzuki Ritz, Ertiga’s wheel base will be about 380 mm longer.
Total length of this seven seater MUV model will be 4265 mm, which has been expanded on a large wheel base of 2740 mm. The vehicle will be blessed with enough space to accommodate 7 adults comfortably. However, due to a length of over 4 meters, Ertiga will not be able to qualify for the lower excise duty segment.
The Maruti Ertiga model is expected to be offered in six exciting colors including Blazing Red, Torque Blue, Silky Silver, Arctic White, Glistening Grey and Midnight Black.
Maruti Ertiga Interiors and Features
The Interior of the Maruti Ertiga model will be blessed with a superb combination of space and styling. The car looks somewhat similar to the new Maruti Suzuki Swift from Inside. The seating arrangement of this seven seater model will be inspired by MPV Eeco. The availability of beige interiors along with a number of styling features can prove a real plus point for the car.
The major comfort, convenience and entertainment features, which are expected to be offered with the new Maruti Ertiga include roof mounted blower that will be taking care of adequate cooling in the 2nd and last row, power steering, power windows, music system, four - way adjustable front row seats, last row folding seats, and many more.
With a long wheel base of 2780, the Maruti Ertiga will have a tremendous space inside for a comfortable passenger ride. Moreover, the car is expected to be blessed with a range of storage spaces inside including bottle holders, cup holders, coin holders, sunglass holders, etc.
The major attractions of the Maruti Ertiga model include a roof mounted blower that will be taking care of adequate cooling in the second and third row, beige interiors, a pillar-less look due to the itself wrapping rear windscreen, corrugated roof that increases the strength and its wider and bulkier chin.
Driving and Handling
The Maruti Suzuki has been known for making stable and durable vehicles, and that is why every second car sold in the Indian market is a Maruti brand car. Following the same in Maruti Ertiga crossover, the company has designed it aerodynamically efficient that not only keeps the car stable even on high speeds but also make the life easy for driver in heavy traffic conditions. Moreover the use of advanced braking system makes the driving safer for passengers as well as pedestrians moving outside on road.
Safety Features in Maruti Ertiga
Though the company is yet to reveal the safety features of the Maruti Ertiga model in the Indian market, it is expected that this compact multi utility vehicle will come blessed with a rage of standard and new age safety features, which will be protecting the vehicle both actively and passively. The major safety features of the car are expected to include Airbags, Antilock Braking System (ABS), engine immobilizer, roof that increases the strength, etc.
Maruti Ertiga Price Range
The competitive price tag of the Maruti Ertiga model will be its unique selling point and the car will be way cheaper as compared to the segment leader Toyota Innova. While the Maruti Ertiga diesel will be shelved in the price segment of Rs 7.5 to 8.5 lakh, the Ertiga petrol will be available in the price segment of Rs 6.5 to 7.5 lakh. Prices mentioned above are expected ex-showroom price figures.
Stay tuned with up for more updated in this first ever Maruti crossover in the Indian auto market. The exact details of the car will be published very soon.
