Maruti Suzuki Ertiga [2012-2015] User Reviews

Recently launched, 960 kms run, feel good inside, about space economy, less on features, after running 300 kms found a click noise comming during 5 gear at 60- 70 speeds. When we apply power from engine slightly and release there is a clicking sound( sort of loose shaft and gear box coupling). I have been driving for over 20 years now my last car was an accent crdi and never found such sound in 6 years.

Sent car for 1 service they replaced what they could and brought back to me today, found that the sound still exists. You can try on your ertiga and i am sure it will be there if you are  keen listen/hear.

Car was test driven by Maruti Suzuki north andhra service engineer and acknowledged, awaiting responce. they have given me demo car to move and the same repeats in the demo car too. It is a design fault. Hope they can find a solution to the problem.

Good space, fuel economydrive shaft and gear box coupling

Exterior Nice and good looking, easy to wash

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Good boot space for 5 passengers, the last row also good for the kids and anyone want to take rest/sleep its good, always my daughter use to prefer and enjoy the last row which is more comfortable for her.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Good fuel economy as i drove the VDI variant since 1year.

Ride Quality & Handling Nice and enjoying the ride, easy handling, easy parking, 

Final Words Nice family car.I drove myself and find a difference in the fuel economy than the driving of hired drivers, i follow the procedure given in the most of the automobile recommendations and offcourse it gives the good result.

Areas of improvement The ground clearance could be given little more, the engine service for oil changing to be minmised from 10000kms as i noticed the color of oil is getting black even after 7000Km of run of oil changing,no proper reply from the dealer (pondicherry). Parking sensoor, rear view camera  all to come with the vehicle and it looks bad in the front glass after fixing these as extra accessories.

Good Fule economy, stylish, comapct for parkingLittle more ground clearance would be better

FACT FILE:

 

v     Took the delivery on- 11th OCT-13 @ Mondovi motors, Bengaluru

v     Odometer reading- 3100KM (Almost 70% on highway driving and 30% in city)

v     FE-17.4 KM/L (reading from the instrument panel, 20% AC usage)

 

I first saw this car, while my senior bought to office. However I was not much impressed at the beginning and was skeptical about the seating arrangements, boot space etc.

 

When my quest of taking a car begun and after trying and testing all the above models, we were certain of booking SWIFT, just then I saw the user reviews of ERTIGA and expert reviews in NDTV, UTV Bloomberg etc, the reviews were satisfactory and extremely positive about the car, hence I thought about taking the test drive along with my family.

 

After the test drive, all the myths that I had towards ERTIGA were cleared at one shot. I take this opportunity to clear some of the myths associated with ERTIGA.

 

·        7 PERSONS CANNOT BE SEATED COMFORTABLY- I have seen many people (Incl me at one point of time) complain about the 3rd row legroom. Guys I have sat in the rear seat. With all 7 persons seating, take my word you will get good legroom, which is equally to the rear room what you get in any hatchback.

·        SMALL ENGINE COMPARED TO THE OTHER MUV’S-Although I am new to driving, I am thoroughly enjoying the driving, particularly the ride at highways. The engine comfortably cruises with no engine noise. Pick is also good so is the mileage.

·        BOOT MINIMAL WHEN ALL SEATS ARE UP- The boot space is okay when compared to others like Xylo, XUV. 4-5 medium sized bags can be adjusted.

 

Final Words- Considering the fact that it is difficult to accomodate an additional person in hatches / sedans, ERTIGA is a practical MUV designed as a people mover or a cargo carrier with a 700 ltr boot space after the folding of 3rd row seat . The versatality this MUV offers with its price is amazing...

 

Areas of improvement  - Still to find out one!!!

 

 

Practical MUV, superb ride quality, spacious inside the cabin, ground clearance, FE, middle row A/C,When the middle row is adjusted for the 3rd row legroom, there is a slight offset in the position of

Exterior

 it has an awsumm interior,earlier when its going too be launch i was nt sure of buying this jst because i heard lot of stuff regarding its power,looks nall,but this is th most amzaing value for money product right now

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

 it has a fabulous interiors u might get fall in luv once you watched it,and after owing this car ,i experienced a great pleasure in driving,,even i drived inova,xylo,,but this comfor and looks u cant get in any car,,,it also have a very nice music system with usb and cable cord,,,n th powerfull speakers,,,i thank its th first time that maruti suzuki has focused a lot in all ths stuff

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

 its quite good,,,i never found it undepowered,,,,even it has a very soft handling compare too swift,no engine sound,very fuel economy,powerfull AC,actualy i havent found any errors such in my car,,,its 10 of10

Ride Quality & Handling

 

Final Words

 

Areas of improvement  

 

 

good fuel economy,good style,awsum looks,royal sofa seats,a dam powerful music system inbuilt,interino watch,last seat doesnt have a boot space

Considering the overall package for a diesel or even petrol version, maruti is asking for 20% higher costly price. (hence value for money is questionable) would become reasonable once its performance is proved in next 6 months and also other benefits of corporate discount and exchange bonus coming into play.

Its a good car but at premium price. May be the ones finding Toyata's Innova costlier will compromise for Maruti's Ertiga. Wait for Fords new launch slated for year end launch

Considering the overall package for a diesel or even petrol version, Maruti is asking for 20% higher costly price. (hence value for money is questionable). Would become reasonable once its performance is proved in next 6 months and also other benefits of corporate discount and exchange bonus coming into play.

Its a good car but at premium price. May be the ones finding Toyata's Innova costlier will compromise for Maruti's Ertiga. Wait for Fords new launch slated for year end launch

7 seater with given power and sizeavg interiors and less space for 2nd and 3rd row

Exterior Good,look s bigger suv but easy to drive different colours appealing and attractive to kid salso.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Goodfor front and middle but rear is comfort for children only biege interiors and rear ac vent allare very good for money.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Good notfailed even one time, not bad  for7 persons gear box is poor giving recurrent expense.

Ride Quality & Handling Comfort handling easy idid adrive my self with fulloccupancy to shirdi with family no problem  i have driven my self.

Final Words IT WILLNOT STAND IN THE MARKET UNLESS GEAR BOX PROBLEM IMPROVED. 

Areas of improvement Gear box gearbox gearbox very impotant  while climbing hills, ihope maruthi willalways understand thecustomers voiceand dothe best but they forget to reply my email dated2/21/14, really i am wondering how they didnot response to my mail.

good for big familyGEAR BOX EXPENSE HUGE AND REPETITIVE

Exterior It's a MPV so don't expect it to look as good as BMW but its definitely different forms its bulky  looking competition.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Maruti have tried to fit in everything needed within the length they had . nice  touch on the USB ( iPod , iPhone compatible ) . Decent music . BUT lousy beige fabric interiors . For a family car with kids in India stains with a week of purchase . So I fitted look alike leather all over the fabriforest.

Big flaw is the third row design. It flips forward and rest against the 2nd row unlike other cars like the innova where the seats spilt and fold to the side. To get full boot space you need to push the middle seat right forward killing the leg room.Maruti should redesign this and maybe offer it as a option  current owners.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Is adequate but the turbo kicks in only after about 2000 rpm and the power input is Not smooth . Needs to be tweaked to about 1800 rpm  . Mileage is great at avg of 12.5 in Mumbai.

Ride Quality & Handling Decent.

Final Words Good buy for 10 lacs and great alternative for people with small kids who want a SUV /MPV but think the innova is overpriced or the mahindra/ tatas are bulky etc.

Areas of improvement Third row needs a rethink and turbo charge power delivery.

versatility , mileageSlightly under power at low revs, beige fabric interior , last row of seat design

Exterior From side angle it looks like younger sister of Innova. But as you turn around, everything is very much Maruti. Many people asked me is it an imported car? It is definitely head turner. It can be your next home in terms of accommodating people.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) A value for money car. In a single sentence, it is a gem of cars. Buy this if you want have ultimate comfort, ride quality and happy hi way drives.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Engine is bit lethargic in city driving. It cruises like a rocket on the hi ways.

Ride Quality & Handling Ride quality is better than Innova. It is so good, after few minutes many of the car occupants will fall asleep.

Final Words Another winner in the form of Ertiga for team maruti.

Areas of improvement Boot space needs to be increased. Beige interiors get dirty within no time. Maruti should include luggage carrier as an option for one of the variant.

Ride quality, A good height and comfortable seats.Boot space.

The pump of all ertiga car is in bad condition. very poor customer service.we didn't get any type of help from customer care even we faced the worst situation. Engine area of the vehicle is always a complaint.