Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Toyota Rumion - Which One Should You Buy
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Toyota Rumion Comparison at CarHP India. Compare Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Toyota Rumion Prices, Mileage, Features, Specs, Colours and much more.
The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is available in 9 variants, while the Toyota Rumion comes in 7 variants. The Ertiga is priced between ₹8.80 Lakh and ₹12.94 Lakh. The Rumion has a higher price range, starting from ₹10.44 Lakh and going up to ₹13.62 Lakh. Both cars use a 1462cc petrol engine that makes 101.64bhp at 6000rpm. The Ertiga produces 139Nm of torque at 4300rpm, whereas the Rumion gives 136.8Nm at 4400rpm. They both use a 6-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. This setup makes driving through heavy metro traffic very smooth and easy for any driver. Both models offer 7 seats and a 209-litre boot space, making them perfect for large families. They are packed with comfort features like power steering, automatic climate control, and cruise control. Keyless entry and an engine start-stop button are available in both cars. The interiors have a leather-wrapped steering wheel and support wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Outside, projector headlamps come as standard. Safety is a major factor for city driving. The Ertiga has 6 airbags, ABS, ESC, and Hill assist with a 3-star safety rating. The Rumion also includes 6 airbags, ABS, ESC, and Hill assist but offers a superior 5-star safety rating and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System. For daily city commutes and school runs, both cars provide a relaxing and spacious drive. The Ertiga is the more budget-friendly option with more variant choices for different needs. However, the Rumion stands out because of its much higher safety rating and premium feel. Choosing the Rumion provides more peace of mind for family safety on busy roads. Book a test drive through this platform before making a final decision to get exclusive benefits, special discounts, and the best available offers.
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Why Choose Maruti Suzuki Ertiga?Why choose
- India's default seven-seat MPV, with the sales volume that keeps parts, servicing and resale straightforward anywhere in the country
- The widest trim spread of the two, running from a basic workhorse up to a reasonably equipped family car
- CNG is available across more of the range than the Rumion's single-grade offering
- Owners rate the ride as comfortable over broken surfaces, and note the CNG barely feels slower around town
- Cheaper than the Rumion at every equivalent level
- The bench second row lets passengers stretch out or lie down on long journeys
Why not choose
- The 1.5 is adequate rather than strong, and a fully loaded car on an incline exposes that
- Third-row space and boot room with all seats up are both tight
- Cabin plastics and finish are functional rather than pleasant
- Its crash-test history is dated, so it lacks the modern credentials newer rivals advertise
- Third-row access is awkward because the second row does not tumble forward
Why Choose Toyota Rumion?Why choose
- Identical seven-seat layout and mechanicals with Toyota's badge and dealership handling
- Owners consistently cite the after-sales experience as the reason they paid the premium
- Waiting periods have at times been shorter than the Ertiga's
- Six airbags are standard across the current range
- Warranty cover now matches Maruti's rather than trailing it
Why not choose
- It is a rebadged Ertiga, so nothing about the drive, space or economy differs
- Costs more than the equivalent Ertiga for the same equipment
- The trim range is far narrower, with only three broad grades
- CNG is restricted to the entry grade alone, so gas running cannot be paired with better equipment
- No separately published crash-test rating exists for the Rumion itself
- Toyota's service network is much thinner than Maruti's
Our Recommendation For Most BuyersMaruti Ertiga
The Ertiga earns its place through sheer practicality rather than any single standout feature, and the seventh seat settles most family arguments before they start. Take the petrol manual if you want the lowest running cost and the simplest ownership, or the automatic if congested city driving dominates your week.
Anyone covering serious monthly distances should look hard at the CNG, which is where this vehicle becomes genuinely cheap to run and which is available on more versions here than at a Toyota showroom. Start above the entry version, since that one is built to a price and aimed largely at commercial buyers rather than families.
Toyota Rumion
Because the Rumion is an Ertiga underneath, nothing about the driving decision changes and the powertrain logic carries over exactly. The petrol manual is the efficient default, the automatic suits traffic-heavy use, and the CNG serves cost-focused owners, though Toyota restricts it to the entry grade and that is the single most limiting thing about this range. The middle grade is the sensible landing point for a family, adding the convenience equipment without the top-end price.
Choose it over the Ertiga only if Toyota's showroom and service handling genuinely matters more to you than paying less for the identical vehicle.
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Things We Like in Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
- Six airbags are standard on every variant.
- Smart Hybrid system helps the 7-seat petrol automatic achieve a highly competitive 20.30 km/l.
Things We Like in Toyota Rumion
- Offers factory CNG option with 26.11 km/kg ARAI mileage.
- Standard Six airbags, including ESP, Hill Hold, and ABS with EBD.
Things We Don't Like in Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
- The S-CNG variant is not offered with an automatic gearbox.
- Lacks Bharat NCAP scores, also a recent two-airbag Africa-spec model scored 1-star in Global NCAP.
Things We Don't Like in Toyota Rumion
- No diesel engine option available.
- No Second Row Armrest Provided
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