Maruti Ertiga Diesel Automatic Updates

Tuesday, 14 November 2023 03:46 PM The new Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, set to launch soon in India, will not offer a diesel automatic variant. The automatic gearbox will only be available with the petrol version, featuring a conventional 4-speed torque convertor automatic. The diesel engine, on the other hand, will be paired exclusively with a 5-speed manual gearbox. I believe this decision might disappoint some buyers looking for the convenience of an automatic with the diesel engine.

Tuesday, 14 November 2023 09:48 PM Maruti Suzuki has also introduced a new cab variant of the Ertiga, the Tour M diesel, targeted at fleet operators. This variant is priced at Rs. 9.81 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and features the new 1.5-litre diesel engine paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. It boasts an ARAI certified fuel efficiency of 24.2 kmpl. I think this is a smart move to cater to the fleet market with a fuel-efficient and reliable option.

Tuesday, 14 November 2023 11:47 PM The Maruti Suzuki Ertigas safety features have been a point of discussion, especially after it received a 3-star safety rating from Global NCAP in 2019. While the Ertiga offers essential safety features like dual airbags, ABS, and ESP, higher trims include additional side airbags. I believe that while the Ertiga is reliable, Maruti could improve its safety ratings to compete better in the market.

Tuesday, 30 April 2019 07:36 PM Maruti Suzuki has phased out the 1.3-litre diesel engine from the Ertiga lineup, replacing it with a 1.5-litre diesel engine. This change was made due to the BS6 emission norms, which made it financially impractical to upgrade the older diesel engine. The new 1.5-litre diesel engine is part of Marutis in-house developments and is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. I think this move is a step towards more efficient and compliant engines, even if it limits transmission options.

Tuesday, 12 March 2019 08:22 PM The Maruti Suzuki Ertigas diesel variants have seen significant changes over the years, with the introduction of the 1.5-litre DDiS 225 diesel engine in 2019. This engine replaced the older 1.3-litre Multijet unit and is known for its better performance and efficiency. However, it is only available with a 5-speed manual transmission. I believe this engine has been a good upgrade, offering more power and torque while maintaining fuel efficiency.