Updated Maruti Ertiga MPV revealed

Suzuki has unveiled the facelifted version of the Ertiga. The updates on the MPV include styling changes to the exterior, new features on the interior and improved fuel-efficiency figures.

At the front, the updated Ertiga gets a wider three-slat chrome grille running the width of the front fascia, from headlamp to headlamp. The bumper is new and gets chrome treatment around the fog lamp housing and a smaller air-dam as compared to the current model on sale. Moving on to the side, the car looks almost identical to the current Ertiga, except for the new design alloy wheels. At the rear, a thick chrome bar runs between the tail-lamps. The boot lid also gets the addition of reflectors near the tail-lamps. Overall, the carmker seems to have added a lot more bling compared to the rather bland styling of the current MPV.

The interior layout though remains unchanged from the current model. The refreshed Ertiga gets new upholstery, 50:50 folding third row seats, electric folding wing mirrors, driver window auto-up function and new interior trim colours. Suzuki also claims to have improved sound insulation in the cabin. For the Indian market, the facelifted Ertiga is also expected to get the addition of keyless entry and go, climate control and Maruti’s SmartPlay infotainment system. It could also get different upholstery and interior trim colours.

The engines will be carried over from the current model, but are expected be tweaked to deliver improved fuel efficiency. The facelifted Ertiga is powered by a 1.4-litre K14 petrol engine making 91.73bhp and 13.25kgm of torque; down from the current 93.7bhp and up from the 13.2kgm of torque. The tried and tested 1.3-litre DDiS diesel motor is also expected to undergo a similar treatment.

Expect the facelifted Maruti Ertiga to arrive in India sometime by end 2015, with prices to be at a slight premium over the current model.