Maruti Tour M

Synopsis

Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) introduced the second generation Ertiga in November 2018 after nearly a decade of dominating the MPV section with the older version. The new Ertiga Tour M is based on the lightweight HEARTECT platform with premium exterior and interior tweaks. The new-gen Ertiga registered nearly 9000 units in March 2019, which is a testament to the ever-existing popularity of the seven-seater MUV. Maruti released a new variant of the Ertiga MPV named ‘Tour M’ in 2019, aimed at the commercial fleet and cab operators to leverage Ertiga’s potential even further.

The Maruti Ertiga Tour M is based on the mid-level VXi variant when it comes to specifications and features. Maruti already has the sedan Dzire Tour S in the Indian market positioned for commercial use and it is based on the entry-level model of the Maruti Suzuki Dzire.

2023 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Tour M is designed and styled with premium options such as halogen projector headlamps, 3D tail lamps with LED, chrome front grille, full wheel caps, and turn signal light integrated into ORVM, body-coloured door handles and ORVM and 15-inch alloy wheels.

The interior of the new Ertiga Tour M is designed in a dual-tone theme, 2nd-row seats are 60:40 split with slide and recline and the 3rd-row seat with 50:50 split with recline, armrest and headrest, split type luggage board, driver side sun visor with ticket holder, chrome-tipped parking brake lever, gear knob with chrome finish and fabric upholstery.

The dashboard has a MID-coloured TFT instrument cluster that has a tachometer, electronic multi-trip meter, digital clock, digital odometer, fuel consumption and distance to empty indicator, headlamp on warning and door ajar warning. The infotainment system comprises an audio system with electrostatic touch buttons, Bluetooth connectivity, 4 speakers, USB and AUX connectivity, steering-mounted audio control and steering-mounted calling control.

In terms of security and comfort, Maruti Suzuki has equipped new Ertiga Tour M with dual airbag, ABS with EBD and brake assist, engine immobilizer, ISOFIX child seat anchorages (2nd row), front seat belts with pre-tensioners and force limiter, driver and co-driver seat belt reminder lamp with buzzer, speed-sensitive auto door lock, rear parking sensors, central locking, high-speed alert system, ESP, hill-hold assist, security alarm and anti-theft device.

When it comes to comfort and convenience, Maruti Suzuki has packed the new Ertiga Tour M with various features such as manual AC, air-cooled twin cup holder console, accessory socket front row with smartphone storage, power windows (Fr. + Rr.) with Dr. side auto down function, power and tilt steering, bottle holders in each row, cabin lamp (Fr. + Rr.), 2nd row adjustable AC, remote keyless entry, accessory socket with smartphone storage (2nd row), day and night adjustable IRVM, electrically adjustable ORVM, electrical foldable ORVM and passenger side sun visor with vanity mirror.

2023 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Tour M hosts a 1462cc 1.5L K15B smart hybrid 4-cylinder petrol engine. The BS6-compliant engine is mated with a 5-speed manual transmission and generates a maximum power of 103.2 HP at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 138 Nm at 4400 rpm. The Tour M suspension duties are handled by McPherson strut and coil spring at the front and torsion beam and coil spring at the rear. The front brakes are ventilated discs and rear brakes are leading and trailing drums aided with a brake energy regeneration system. Maruti Suzuki has equipped the Tour M with 15 alloy wheels and tubeless tyres of 185/65-R15 sections at both front and rear ends.

2023 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Tour M is available in 2 fuel variants, Petrol and CNG. Maruti offers Tour M in three different colour options; Pearl Midnight Black, Pearl Arctic White and Metallic Silky Silver. The claimed ARAI mileage of the MPV is 18 km/l and the top speed it can reach is 80 km/h.