Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

[manu1991]

OK, just came back from the Maruti showroom. the car definitely looks much better than it does in pictures. its mostly a please none offend none design. the interior is a mix of grey and beige. makes it airy. the stereo was surprisingly good in the Z variant. the V variant has a stripped down version which wasn't that good(maybe less speakers or something). seating is surprisingly spacious specially in the middle row which also slides back, reclines back and has a 60:40 split folding option. the 3rd row is kids only but since we have only 4 people in the family, mostly its a massive boot.Coming to the drive, I was disappointed in the diesel engine (with 6 people inside and AC cranked to full), maybe because it was the first time I was driving a diesel car. below 2k RPM, there was a noticeable lag between pressing the throttle and getting some response. the petrol was much better. peppy to drive and dead silent. not the most powerful around but decent power. the suspension was very plush which is surprising for a Maruti but I guess that would lead to some body roll(I drove only for 2km or so in city traffic so didn't get to test it). definitely not an enthusiasts car. there's no black color available which was strange. I think it'd look good in black.because of the unimpressive diesel engine and the fact that his running is low, Dad booked a white ZXi. total cost is 8.15 lacs on road. Delivery time is 2 weeks. booking amount was 20k. the response seemed pretty good. I was there for about an hour and in that time, around 20-25 people must've come to check the car. he will now check out the rapid/vento and then decide I guess.

 

[Sushubh]

the diesel engine from fiat kicks turbo at around 2.5K RPM from what i know. until then it remains sluggish. diesels require you to play around with the lower gears in slower speeds compared to the petrol engines. once the turbo kicks in, it is sheer pleasure to drive. and yes, the same engine in my linea is very sluggish on congested roads because of the reasons you described. but once you have good empty roads, this engine works fine even under heavy load

 

[manu1991]

yes, that's what the rep was also telling me. but then the car will mostly be driven inside the city and that too by the driver, so the turbo doesn't makes a difference. plus, his low running and Subsidy reform, partial diesel decontrol in next 6 months: Basu - Hindustan Times tilted the balance in favor of the petrol.

 

[gadgetcrazy]

I think it takes a while getting used to a diesel vehicle. Once you get the hang of it, even in city conditions you won't have any complaints. I wonder how a 1.4l petrol engine will perform with ac on and 6-7 people sitting.

 

[delhiboy1000]

^^ according to reviews, both perform just fine. No scorchers either, but get the job done.and yeah , turbo lag just kills the fun.Though might add that newer diesel engines like the one in the Verna are MUCH better but even then , are no comparison to the Petrols.

 

[gadgetcrazy]

People used to a turbo diesel get so addicted to it that petrol does not give the same kick. If you are not averse to switching down gears, you really enjoy the zip of a diesel engine.

 

[Sushubh]

actually, i do not enjoy driving petrol cars anymore. i like the feel of the diesel engine. and i got myself a diesel car knowing that it would cost me a whole lot more in the long run as well considering i do not drive much.

 

[kshah]

Width and boot of ertiga is surely smaller than that of innova but not the leg room. Check attached image compiled from autobild.in test reports.

http://www.imagebam.com/image/6cc28c187984946

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[Sushubh]

https://broadband.forum/maruti-suzuki-ertiga-green-launched-cng-support-44995/

 

[Gusti Bw]

http://www.jualmobilbarusuzuki.com/products/ertiga/
Yes, we are at PT. Buana Indomobil Trada (an authorized Suzuki car dealer in Jakarta - Indonesia) also received many of customers who bought Suzuki Ertiga.
Best selling car in June 2013 in Indonesia :
1. Toyota Avanza 18.094 unit
2. Suzuki Ertiga 6.555 unit
3. Daihatsu Xenia 5.945 unit
4. Kijang Innova 5.224 unit
5. Suzuki Carry MT 4.428 unit
6. Daihatsu Gran Max Pikap 4.165 unit
7. Nissan Grand Livina 3.634 unit
8. Toyota Rush 3.020 unit
9. Mitsubishi T-120 SS mini PU 2.775 unit
10. Honda Jazz 2.510 unit
11. Daihatsu Terios 2.425 unit
12. Honda Freed 2.196
13. Mitsubishi L-300 PU 2.003 unit
14. Suzuki APV pikap 1.840 unit
15. Honda CR-V 1.779 unit
16. Toyota Yaris 1.739 unit
17. Chevy Spin 1.703 unit
18. Suzuki APV MPV 1.401 unit
19. Daihatsu Gran Max (minibus) 1.341 unit
20. Toyota Fortuner 1.305 unit