Maruti Ertiga 2019 – Scores 3 stars in Global NCAP crash test

The Maruti Ertiga is a really important car for the manufacturer. Now with the new BS6 norms and Maruti’s own decision to stop the use of diesel engines, the Maruti Ertiga 2019 will no longer get a 1.3-litre engine which was the old Fiat unit. The car will get the 1.5-litre DD225 engine. This engine too will be offered on the Ertiga for a while before Maruti decides to not offer it anymore. To know more about the specifications scroll down and to find out more about Maruti’s decision to discontinue diesel engines – click here.

To know about prices, features, variants and more, scroll down.

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Maruti Ertiga 2019 Tour M variant

The Taxi/Fleet-market is ever-expanding and this market has always been on the lookout for vehicles that are not too expensive to purchase, maintain and run. Maruti Suzuki has been one of the few manufacturers that have recognized the potential in this market and has in the past launched special variants just for commercial purposes. In terms of features on offer, the Ertiga Tour M is equipped with power steering, front and rear power windows, remote central locking, electrically adjustable and foldable ORVMs, dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, seatbelt reminder, rear parking sensors and speed limiter (limits the car to 80kph) among others. The features also include a colored MID, an audio system with AUX, USB and Bluetooth connectivity, steering mounted audio and call controls, four speakers, first and second row 12V power outlets, headrests in all three rows, and a dual-tone dashboard.

The exteriors feature a chrome grille, full-wheel caps, projector headlights (halogen), body-colored door handles, ORVMs and bumpers, along with turn indicators integrated into the ORVMs. Maruti Suzuki is offering the Ertiga Tour M with just one engine option – a 1.5-liter, petrol engine. It produces a maximum power output of 105bhp and a peak torque output of 138Nm. A 5-speed gearbox drives the front wheels. This is the more popular engine option and is also the most preferred engine for cab drivers and fleet operators because of its compatibility with CNG. Maruti Suzuki might just offer this CNG kit as a factory-fitted option on the Tour M variant.

Maruti Ertiga 2019 Price in India

The Maruti Ertiga 2019 pricing is impressive and the sales figure show. This is one area that Maruti cannot go wrong. The pricing of the car is very aggressive. The car is now bigger, wider and taller than the last generation of the Ertiga. The 2019 Maruti Ertiga has put the newly launched Marazzo on notice with this pricing. The Marazzo’s price has increased since its launch by Rs 40,000.

Maruti Ertiga 2019 Global NCAP crash test

The vehicle has been the most affordable 7 seaters until the launch of Renault Triber. The vehicle has scored 3 stars which is equivalent of 9.25 out of 17. The vehicle has 2 airbags at front and it offers okay-ish safety. The Ertiga’s body structure was rated as borderline unstable and not able to withstand further loading. The car does not get 3 point seatbelts for the rear seats. The driver poses a risk as the footwell area was also unstable, posing a threat to the legs of the driver.

Maruti Ertiga 2019 Variants

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Maruti Ertiga 2019 Specifications

Maruti Ertiga 2019 Dimensions

Maruti New Ertiga 2019 Mileage

Maruti Ertiga 2019 New Features

The car comes with new features and specs like Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, standard dual airbags, Hill Hold, LED tail-lights, projector headlamps, push start-stop, air-cooled cup holder, wooden finish interior and most importantly a micro-hybrid system in the form of SHVS. To get up to speed with the new 2019 Ertiga, scroll down.

Maruti New Ertiga 2019 Interior

The interiors are all new. They are similar to the new DZire as they offer somewhat the same design. Like the Dzire, there are inserts of faux wood to the dashboard and doors. There is a new design for the AC vents, stylish wooden touches, and all beige interiors. A 6.5-inch touchscreen system. There is push start and stop, keyless entry, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with inbuilt navigation. Dual airbags and ABS are be a standard feature. One of the most impressive bits about the new Ertiga 2019 interiors is space and the quality.  Every seat gets its own cup holder and the centre console gets a chilled cup holder. The materials look a lot more premium than they are at the moment. The seat quality, the fabric IS much better than the current vehicle. The cup holders have a cooling function.

The wheelbase has been increased. This means that the new MUV has better knee room for the second row. What’s more, they even offer better space too for the third row of passengers. The India-spec version gets automatic climate control. However, there is no cruise control on offer. The second-row gets a 60:40 split and third-row gets a 50:50 split. The boot space has increased too.

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Maruti Ertiga 2019 Design

The new MUV gets a sharp design.  It looks more premium now. The front reminds you of the Innova Crysta. There is a wide front grille with chrome surround and the headlamps are sweptback large ones. This offers projector lamps and even daytime running LEDs as well. There shall be 15-inch wheels on offer. The side profile is sleek and proportioned. The rear too is all new and looks more premium now. The overall appeal is now better.

In terms of dimensions, the length has increased a bit and even the height is about 5mm more. The width has also increased. This has improved the space inside the car. The Ertiga now looks matured and more premium. This has worked in its favour and Maruti continues to add more to its current USP of the Ertiga. One of the strongest points for the new Ertiga is its styling. The new-gen Marutis are looking stylish and this is be one of the talking points for this MUV.

Maruti Ertiga 2019 Exterior Pictures

Maruti Ertiga 2019 Interior Pictures

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Maruti Ertiga 2019 Competition

The Maruti Ertiga 2019 directly competes with Renault’s Lodgy. The Lodgy is a bigger car than the Ertiga. The Renault also offers a more powerful engine with six-speeded gearbox. The Lodgy has a far bigger boot than the Ertiga and has a bigger fuel tank. There are more features on the Lodgy than the Ertiga. The new car has a lot to rectify and bring back into its favor. The car wins on pricing as the Lodgy is still very expensive. In fact, the Ertiga is still 2 lakh cheaper than the Lodgy.