Sourabh Nanaware
•2dI'm looking for budget 7-seater for my family, have shortlisted Triber emotion, Gravite Tekna, Ertiga LXI and VXI, Bolero Neo N11. Family size 5 Adults + 1 kid. Purpose Occasional long trips with family, and mostly city driving and low distance driving. Yearly 6000kms. I currently have Tigor CNG which is very good with mileage and safety but issues with space. Which one should i prefer as above options
Autocar India
Go for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga VXi petrol - for your family size, mostly city use, and a few long trips, it is the most comfortable and easy-to-own choice in your list. Coming from a Tigor CNG, the Ertiga will feel far roomier in the second row and the third row will work well for the child and shorter adults on shorter runs. It rides bumps well, the steering is light, and the engine feels smooth in traffic. Parking is not hard for its size, and Maruti’s wide service network makes ownership simple almost anywhere.
One thing to be aware of: with all three rows up, the boot is small, so for holidays you will likely fold one part of the third row or use a roof carrier. Also, when fully loaded on a steep hill, the petrol engine feels just okay rather than strong, so you will need a gentle driving style. If you want lower fuel spend and don’t mind losing boot space, the Ertiga VXi CNG is worth a look, though it feels a bit slower with the air-con and full family on board.
Pick the Renault Triber / Nissan Gravite only if budget is tight and parking space is very tight - it is cleverly laid out but the engine feels weak with six onboard. Choose the Mahindra Bolero Neo only if your roads are really rough and you need a tough, high-clearance vehicle - its city comfort and side-facing third row are not ideal for family use.
If you can, test the Ertiga with all six seats in use and drive a short hill or flyover - that will tell you if petrol or CNG suits you better.
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Posted on: 11 Apr 2026
