Discussions and Questions Maruti Tour - Page 5
How does the Tour M perform and how reliable is it when put in heavy commercial use against other MPVs of its class?
30 December 2024 09:17
Long term ownership costs, I think, are the real test. Although not the most powerful, the Tour M is a winner for many fleet operators because of its cheap spare parts and low maintenance costs.
Is the Maruti Tour M just a re branded Ertiga for fleet operators?
30 December 2024 09:17
Now, it's definitely a rebadged Ertiga, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. This move by Maruti is apt since they know their market well and thereby can serve both personal and commercial segments equally.
Is the Maruti Tour M just a re branded Ertiga for fleet operators?
30 December 2024 09:17
It's more than just a rebadge, I'd say. The Tour M is purposefully tuned for its intended use in a commercial environment—built to be durable and to have low maintenance costs. It's a smart move by Maruti.
Is the Maruti Tour M just a re branded Ertiga for fleet operators?
30 December 2024 09:17
It’s a cost cutting exercise, let’s be real. All they're trying to do is milk the Ertiga platform for all it's worth. It’s not very innovative if you ask me.
Is the Maruti Tour M just a re branded Ertiga for fleet operators?
30 December 2024 09:17
I think it's brilliant. Why reinvent the wheel if you have a good product? This will help Maruti to offer a reliable commercial vehicle without a big R&D cost.
Is the Maruti Tour M just a re branded Ertiga for fleet operators?
30 December 2024 09:17
It’s a rebadge, but of a different sort. The Tour M plugs a gap in the market for affordable, large commercial vehicles. This is a win for small businesses and startups.
Does the Tour M's focus on commerciality come at the expense of its safety features?
30 December 2024 09:17
What I’ve seen is that the Tour M retains most of the Ertiga’s essential safety features. In the current market, Maruti can't afford to compromise on safety.
Does the Tour M's focus on commerciality come at the expense of its safety features?
30 December 2024 09:17
It is a bit naive to assume that it has the same safety features, I think. To keep prices down commercial vehicles often cut corners. It will surprise me if it is safer than Ertiga.
Does the Tour M's focus on commerciality come at the expense of its safety features?
30 December 2024 09:17
Period, safety shouldn’t be compromised. If Maruti is selling this for commercial use and not for personal use, they should be adding more safety features to it, and not taking them away.
Does the Tour M's focus on commerciality come at the expense of its safety features?
30 December 2024 09:17
Fact is, most fleet operators don't care about safety features, they care about running costs. They'll be happy as long as it meets the basic regulatory requirements.
Does the Tour M's focus on commerciality come at the expense of its safety features?
30 December 2024 09:17
I've driven both, and the truth is I didn't notice any big differences in terms of safety. The Tour M felt as solid as the Ertiga.
Does the Tour M's focus on commerciality come at the expense of its safety features?
30 December 2024 09:17
Features are definitely important, but so is the build quality. After all, commercial vehicles take a beating, and Maruti may have actually beefed up some aspects of the Tour M.
Does the Tour M's focus on commerciality come at the expense of its safety features?
30 December 2024 09:17
The real problem here is that there are no detailed safety ratings for commercial vehicles. There is not enough transparency in this segment.
What is the resale value of the Tour M as compared to the Ertiga?
30 December 2024 09:17
Commercial vehicles always have resale value tricky. Since it has higher mileage and will be worn out, it’s most likely that the Tour M will depreciate faster.
What is the resale value of the Tour M as compared to the Ertiga?
30 December 2024 09:17
In some markets, I think it might actually hold its value better. Commercial vehicles are always in demand and especially from Maruti.
What is the resale value of the Tour M as compared to the Ertiga?
30 December 2024 09:17
Anybody buying a Tour M isn’t thinking about resale. Let’s be honest. For them, it’s all about the initial cost and running expenses.
What is the resale value of the Tour M as compared to the Ertiga?
30 December 2024 09:17
Certainly the regular Ertiga will have better resale value. It has a wider market and no 'taxi' image like the Tour M might have.
What is the resale value of the Tour M as compared to the Ertiga?
30 December 2024 09:17
After a couple years, I've seen some Tour Ms converted back to personal vehicles. However, you can get a decent resale value if you’re smart about maintenance.
What is the resale value of the Tour M as compared to the Ertiga?
30 December 2024 09:17
You owe a lot to resale value. Someone who wanted to start a small taxi business could get a good price for a well maintained Tour M.
What is the resale value of the Tour M as compared to the Ertiga?
30 December 2024 09:17
That might actually be a benefit in the Tour M's lack of fancy features for resale. Over time, less stuff to break or go wrong.
Ask a Question