Maruti Ertiga 2012 Unvieled

In Auto Expo Delhi 2012

Maruti Ertiga was first unveiled at the Auto Expo held in New Delhi. There it was introduced as Maruti’s upcoming MPV-Maruti R3 concept. The compact MPV has been developed in collaboration with parent Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC)'s research and design wing and is being produced in India itself.

The almost fully grown seven-seater MPV is expected to be available in both petrol and diesel variants and two different trims levels. The Maruti Ertiga petrol is expected to have the 1.4 litre 1372cc K series (probably K14) engine that produces a maximum power of 95 bhp and a maximum torque of 130 Nm. Being the K-Series engine, the USP of these engines is that they are more fuel efficient. The 1.3 L 1196cc Variable Geometry turbo diesel engine can be the other engine guise that will power the MPV. This engine is similar to that of the Maruti SX4 sedan. The Maruti Ertiga diesel will produce 89 bhp. The Maruti MPV Ertiga is also expected to have a five speed manual transmission system. The car is a front wheel drive and sports fine quality interiors, which makes it more appealing. . Ertiga MPV is expected to be available in at least six variants: LXi, VXi, ZXi, LDi, VDi and ZDi. Higher end variant Maruti Ertiga ZXi is expected to have Anti-lock Braking System. Other features such as AC, power steering, power windows, central locking, etc are expected also to be the part of the standard equipment. The roof mounted AC vents in the second and the last row passenger seats are anticipated to provide passenger comfort. In addition to this, Maruti Ertiga is also said to have other features of  MPV like Sun Roof, Steering Adjustment and Driver Seat Adjustment. Besides, reports suggest that Maruti could also introduce rain sensing wipers on Maruti Ertiga.