New Maruti Ertiga : Maruti Suzuki’s Ertiga remains the go-to MPV for Indian families craving space on a budget, with recent GST cuts dropping the base price to Rs 8.80 lakh ex-showroom.

Now packing six airbags across the board and fresh features, it’s tougher than ever against Kia Carens and Renault Triber rivals.

Amid 2026 buzz for hybrid tweaks, this seven-seater blends practicality with wallet-friendly running costs.​

From highway hauls to school shuttles in Narnaund outskirts, Ertiga’s versatile charm keeps sales soaring—over 1.5 lakh units yearly prove its pull.

Bold Facade Hides Vast Utility

The boxy profile hasn’t changed much, but new LED projector headlamps with DRLs sharpen the stare, chrome grille adds bling, and 16-inch alloys on top trims roll smoothly.

At 4395mm long with 2740mm wheelbase, it dwarfs hatches while slipping into tight parking spots. Seven colors like Pearl Midnight Black and Splendid Silver let owners personalize their people-mover.​

Slide doors? No, but wide-opening ones ease kid loading, roof rails hint at adventure add-ons, and 209-litre boot expands hugely with tumble-fold seats.

Dual Powertrains Fit Every Need

Choose the 1.5-litre K15C smart hybrid petrol—103bhp, 138Nm—linked to five-speed manual or six-speed torque converter auto for 20.5kmpl MT/20.3kmpl AT ARAI.

CNG variant dials to 87bhp/121Nm on factory kit, hitting 26.11km/kg for thrifty runs amid rising fuel woes.​

Mild hybrid assist smooths starts, cuts city fuel by 10-15%, real-world owners log 18-22kmpl mixed.

FWD setup with disc front/drums rear keeps it planted, ESP on higher variants adds confidence in wet Haryana monsoons.

Feature-Loaded Cabin for All Ages

Dash welcomes with 7-inch SmartPlay touchscreen—wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, Arkamys audio on ZXi+—steering controls keep eyes forward.

Dual-zone AC vents all rows, captain seats optional for lounge-like second row, third row folds flat for cargo hauls.​

Six airbags now standard, 360-camera, hill-hold on autos, push-button start elevate safety.

Cruise control eases highways, USB ports galore charge gadgets, ambient lighting moods up night drives.

Third-row suits kids/teens, captain chairs boost middle comfort for elders.

Wallet-Friendly Ownership Rules

GST revision slashed LXi to Rs 8.80 lakh, ZXi+ auto at Rs 13.40 lakh—savings Rs 30k-46k. On-road Delhi/Mumbai: Rs 10-16 lakh, CNG appeals at Rs 11-12 lakh.

Servicing Rs 5,000-6,000 yearly, resale holds 65% after three years thanks to Maruti’s 4,000+ centres.​

EMI from Rs 15k/month fits salaried budgets, five-year cost beats Innova Crysta hands-down.

Rivals Watch Nervously

Kia Carens flaunts turbo flair but guzzles more; Toyota Rumion mirrors Ertiga value; Mahindra Marazzo lags sales.

Ertiga’s space, mileage, network win—3-star GNCAP holds, but six bags bridge gap. Triber cheaper, smaller; XL6 pricier sibling adds captain seats.​

2026 Whispers Promise More Magic

Expect mid-2026 refresh with stronger hybrid for 25kmpl-plus, bolder grille, 9-inch screen, ADAS teases. DualJet Dual VVT engine rumors target 30kmpl CNG, ADAS like lane-keep on top trims.

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Grand Vitara 7-seater kin hints shared tech, electric Ertiga EV possible late decade.​

Leaks show 16-inch dual-tones, ventilated seats—positioning against Carens diesel hybrids. Maruti eyes 20% MPV share, Ertiga leads charge.

New Maruti Ertiga Family Favorite Here to Stay

Ertiga isn’t sexy; it’s the sensible giant—hauling seven without fuss, sipping fuel like a champ. Recent upgrades make it safer, smarter, cheaper to run, perfect for growing families navigating India’s chaos.

Test drive one; that flexible cabin and frugal heart hook you fast. As 2026 looms, Maruti’s MPV maestro evolves, keeping dreams affordable.