Maruti Suzuki recently launched the all-new Ertiga priced between Rs 8.35 lakh-12.79 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). While exterior and interior cosmetic updates are very minimal, the biggest update on the new Ertiga lies under its hood. Like most new Maruti models, the Ertiga now benefits from DualJet engine technology and is also the first model to debut Maruti’s new 6-speed automatic gearbox in India.
- New Ertiga available in four trims: LXi, VXi, ZXi and ZXi+
- Factory-fitted CNG kit offered on mid-spec VXi and ZXi
- Rivals the Kia Carens and Mahindra Marazzo
2022 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga: variant break-up, engine details
Just like the outgoing model, the new Ertiga continues to be offered in four trims – LXi, VXi, ZXi and ZXi+. Powered by a sole 1.5-litre engine, the Ertiga can run on both, petrol and CNG. The CNG kit is being offered on the mid-spec VXi and ZXi trims. In the previous iteration of the Ertiga, the CNG kit was only offered on the second-from-base VXi.
All four trims come with a 5-speed manual gearbox as standard. Meanwhile, the new 6-speed automatic gearbox is being offered on all but the base LXi. As for the engine itself, the new 1.5-litre K15C DualJet four-cylinder engine produces 103hp and 136.8Nm when run on petrol and 87hp and 121.5Nm on CNG. It continues to feature Maruti’s smart hybrid technology, and the 6-speed automatic gearbox even features paddle shifters.
Maruti claims a fuel efficiency of 20.51kpl with the manual gearbox and 20.30kpl with the new automatic gearbox. Meanwhile, the CNG variants are claimed to return 26.11km/kg.
In all, the new Ertiga is available in a total of nine variants. Additionally, there’s also the fleet-only petrol and CNG-powered Tour M variants.
Here is a break-up of all features available on each variant of the Ertiga:
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga LXi (Rs 8.35 lakh)
Powertrain – 1.5 petrol MT
- Projector Halogen headlamps
- LED tail lamps
- Steel wheels with wheel covers
- Dual-tone seat upholstery
- 2nd row one-touch recline and slide
- Coloured TFT display in instrument cluster
- Manual air conditioning
- Cooled cup holders
- Power windows
- Tilt steering adjustment
- Dual airbags
- ABS with EBD and brake assist
- ISOFIX anchorages
- Rear parking sensors
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga VXi (Rs 9.49 lakh-10.99 lakh)
Powertrain – 1.5 petrol MT, 1.5 petrol AT, 1.5 CNG MT
- Body-coloured wing mirrors with integrated turn indicators
- Second-row arm rest
- Adjustable headrests on all rows
- Second row roof-mounted AC vents
- Remote keyless entry
- Electrically adjustable and foldable wing mirrors
- Bluetooth, AUX and USB connectivity
- 4-speaker audio system
- Steering mounted controls
- Speed sensing auto door lock
- Central locking
- Paddle shifters (AT only)
- ESP (AT only)
- Hill hold (AT only)
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga ZXi (Rs 10.59 lakh-12.09 lakh)
Powertrain – 1.5 petrol MT, 1.5 petrol AT, 1.5 CNG MT
- Dual-tone 16-inch alloy wheels
- Front fog lamps
- Chrome tail gate garnish
- Rear wiper and washer
- 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Android Auto, Apple Carplay
- “Suzuki Connect” connected features
- 6-speaker audio system
- Faux wood trim on dashboard, doors
- Height adjustable driver’s seat
- Front centre sliding armrest
- Push start/stop button
- Automatic air conditioning
- Rear defogger
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga ZXi+ (Rs 11.29 lakh-12.79 lakh)
Powertrain – 1.5 petrol MT, 1.5 petrol AT
- Automatic headlamps
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Cruise control
- Curtain airbags
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga: rivals
The Maruti Ertiga rivals the likes of the Kia Carens (Rs 9.59 lakh-17.69 lakh, ex-showroom) and the diesel-only Mahindra Marazzo (Rs 12.80 lakh-14.92 lakh, ex-showroom). Higher variants of the Ertiga are also likely to see a price overlap with the upcoming base variants of the Maruti XL6.
Upcoming Maruti Suzuki cars, SUVs: 2022 and beyond
Maruti has many more launches lined up in the following months. This includes the XL6 facelift, the Baleno CNG, new Vitara Brezza, and DualJet-equipped Ignis and S-Presso. The carmaker is also working on an all-new Creta-rivalling midsize SUV that is being co-developed with Toyota and is expected to launch later this year. The much-awaited Jimny is expected to come to Maruti Suzuki showrooms as well sometime next year.
Which variant of the new Ertiga are you most likely to opt for? Let us know in the comments below.
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