Suzuki Ertiga

The Suzuki Ertiga is a series of multi-purpose vehicles (MPV) manufactured by the Japanese carmaker Suzuki since the year 2012. The first-generation model is heavily based on the Swift while the second-generation model introduced in 2018 is made larger and based on the HEARTECT platform. A crossover-styled version was introduced in 2019 as a separate model called the Suzuki XL6 in India and Suzuki XL7 for worldwide markets. The largest markets for the Ertiga are India and Indonesia, where the model is mainly manufactured. The vehicle has also been exported to other South Asian and Southeast Asian markets, along with several markets in Africa, Middle East, Pacific Islands, Caribbean and Latin America.

The Ertiga has been rebadged by various carmakers throughout its history. The first-generation model was sold in Indonesia through Mazda dealership network by an OEM agreement as the Mazda VX-1 from 2013 until 2017, and was assembled and sold in Malaysia by Proton as the Proton Ertiga from 2016 until 2019. The second-generation model is also sold by Toyota as the Toyota Rumion since 2021.

The name "Ertiga" is coined from "R-tiga", a pronunciation of "R3" in Indonesian where "tiga" means "3|three" while "R" stands for "row", referencing its three-row seating capacity.

First generation (ZE; 2012)
The Ertiga was previewed by the R-III (R3) concept car showcased by Maruti Suzuki at the 2010 Auto Expo. The production version of the car was unveiled at the 11th Auto Expo in New Delhi on 6 January 2012. It was launched in India on 12 April 2012 and in Indonesia on 22 April 2012. It became available in South Africa on 9 June 2014 and in the Philippines on 17 July 2014. Its development was led by chief engineer Toshikatsu Hibi. Maruti Suzuki proclaims it to be the first LUV (Life Utility Vehicle).

The first generation Ertiga is built on the Swift subcompact car platform. It was rebadged in Indonesia as the Mazda VX-1 from May 2013 until March 2017, and also assembled and sold in Malaysia as the Proton Ertiga, from November 2016 until August 2019. In its lifespan, the VX-1 only sold 1,640 units.

India
According to Maruti Suzuki, the Indian Ertiga was designed specifically for Indian consumers, unlike the other Maruti models which were designed for the global market. Maruti has marketed it as a "Life Utility Vehicle". 11,000 of these vehicles were ordered in India within five days.

In India, the Ertiga is available in both the alternatives of diesel and petrol variants. Though both of these engines were also seen doing duties earlier in various models, they are tweaked and retuned specifically for the car to provide fitting performance figures for its customers. The diesel variant is available in VDi, ZDi and ZDi+ 1.5 trim levels, while the petrol variant is available in LXi, VXi ZXi and ZXi+ trim  levels.

In June 2013, Maruti Suzuki added its Ertiga models with compressed natural gas (CNG). The Ertiga LXi and VXi have original factory converter kit and are provided with i-GPI (intelligent Gas Port Injection) which Maruti Suzuki claimed will achieve 22.8 km/L premium-equivalent.

Indonesia
The Indonesian market Ertiga is available in GA, GL and GX trim levels. Earlier models are only available with 5-speed manual transmission. On 29 January 2013, the GL and GX trim levels received chrome front grille and double blower air conditioner. The 4-speed automatic transmission is available for GL and GX trim levels from 17 May 2013.

At the 20th Indonesia International Motor Show in September 2012, three new concepts in the Ertiga's form are introduced, the Sporty, Luxury and Crossover version, which are actually Ertigas heavily modified into concept cars. The normal version, in this case the GX trim, also appeared. The Elegant version of the GX trim is available from August 2013. The Sporty was launched on 19 February 2014, which is based on the GL trim with a different front fascia and sporty body kit.

The Ertiga sold 109,461 units in two years, with selling record over Toyota Avanza in one year. The Ertiga is also offered in diesel variant, which is imported from India and only comes in manual transmission option.

Philippines
In the Philippines, the Ertiga is offered in three trim levels: GA (with manual transmission only), GL (with either manual or automatic transmission) and GLX (with automatic transmission only).

South Africa
The Ertiga is the brand's first MPV-type vehicle in South Africa. However the company claims the Ertiga as a Life Utility Vehicle and also claims its aimed at being practical, while retaining the fun-to-drive characteristics on the popular Swift.

The Ertiga is the second made-in-India product in Suzuki South Africa's portfolio, the first one being the older Alto (A-Star). The South African market Ertiga is only available with a 1.4-litre petrol engine paired with either 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.

Facelift
On 20 August 2015, the facelifted Ertiga was launched at the 23rd Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show. Changes consist of a wider grille, redesigned bumpers for all trim levels and a new trunk garnish exclusive to the GL and GX trim levels. The facelifted Ertiga was launched in India on 16 October 2015. Along with the diesel variants of the facelifted Ertiga comes with mild hybrid technology by Suzuki called as SHVS or Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki.

Ertiga Dreza
On 8 January 2016, Suzuki launched the flagship variant of the Ertiga, called Dreza. It gets a different front fascia from regular variants, different wheel design and specific colour option. The interior gets a different seat upholstery, wooden panel on the dashboard and a 9-inch Android touchscreen audio system.

Proton Ertiga


The Proton Ertiga is a rebadged Ertiga for the Malaysian market by Proton. It was launched on 24 November 2016, at the press conference at the Setia City Convention Centre, Setia Alam, Selangor. It is Proton's fourth model to be launched in a six-month span. It is Malaysia's first mini MPV that qualifies for Malaysia's EEV emissions standard. It can sit up to seven people, but because the middle row middle seat only features a lap belt, it is classified as a six-seater with a 2-2-2 configuration. It uses the same 1.4-litre petrol engine as the Suzuki Ertiga.

The Ertiga was updated in August 2018. It is now known as the Ertiga Xtra. The Executive Plus AT variant has been replaced with Premium AT. Changes included a darker upholstery for the seats and a 7-inch touchscreen head unit.

As with the launch of the second generation Suzuki-branded Ertiga, the future production of the Proton-branded Ertiga becomes unpredictable. In September 2019, the Proton Ertiga was discontinued.

Second generation (NC; 2018)
The second-generation Ertiga was unveiled at the 26th Indonesia International Motor Show in Jakarta on 19 April 2018. It is built on the HEARTECT platform, with the development led by chief engineer Satoshi Kasahara. This generation is 130 mm longer, 40 mm wider and 5 mm taller than the outgoing model. The engine is also changed to bigger 1.5-litre unit for both petrol and diesel variants.

The Indian-built Ertiga is exported to South Asia, Africa and the Middle East, whereas the Indonesian-built version is exported to the Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands, Mexico, Caribbean and Latin America. It is also continued to be assembled in Myanmar for local market.

The facelifted model appeared in April 2022. The exterior and interior received minor refreshments. Depending on the market, the engine, transmission, safety and convenience features are also improved.

Indonesia
The second generation Ertiga went on sale in Indonesia on 8 May 2018, with three trim levels available at launch the same as the first generation Ertiga: GA (with manual only), GL (with manual/automatic) and GLX (with manual/automatic). The GX trim had the option of an ESP safety feature. All variants are powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine.

In February 2019, the Ertiga range received a number of improvements. The GL trim received front fog lights. Both the GL and GX trim levels received new foldable grip handles for the first and second row along with additional hand grips for the third row. The GX trim received new dual-tone alloy wheel designs, a rear defogger, automatic climate control in digital format and a 6.8" touchscreen infotainment system from JVC with flatter bezels.

In March 2019, a new Suzuki Sport (SS) trim was added after being displayed as a concept at the 26th Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show in August 2018. The Suzuki Sport (SS) trim based on the GX trim adds on a front mesh grille, LED daytime running lights in fog-light housing, a sportier bodykit, a backup camera, a black interior with wood trim pieces and comes as standard with ESP.

In January 2020, the Ertiga range received a number of improvements. The GA trim received only new foldable handgrips for first and second rows along with additional hand grips in the third row. GL trim received digital format controls for the air conditioner. The GX trim received a black interior with wood trim pieces and a larger 8" touchscreen infotainment system. The GL, GX and SS trim levels received an armrest for the second row seats. The Pearl Glorious Brown colour was replaced by Brave Khaki colour for the GL and GX trim levels.

In November 2021, a limited edition Suzuki Sport Finest Form (FF) variant was unveiled and limited to 125 units. The car is based on Suzuki Sport (SS) trim with new cosmetic upgrades such as dual tone white and black colour, red accents on the exterior, new black grille, seats with red accents and additional smart rear view E-Mirror from XL7 Alpha.

In June 2022, the facelifted Ertiga debuted in Indonesia with the same trim levels as the pre-facelift. The K15B 1.5-litre MHEV petrol is available for the first time in Indonesia for the GX and SS trim levels, while the GA and GL trim levels still powered by the K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine.

At the 31st Indonesia International Motor Show in February 2024, the Suzuki Sport trim was replaced by a new Cruise trim, which was introduced with new body kit. The lithium-ion battery capacity for the mild hybrid model was also enlarged to 10 Ah.

Mexico
The second generation Ertiga was released in Mexico on 10 November 2018, with two trim levels: GLS (with manual/automatic) and GLX (with automatic only); it is powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine.

In November 2022, the facelifted Ertiga debuted in Mexico with the same trim levels as the pre-facelift model. All variants are powered by a K15B 1.5-litre MHEV petrol engine marketed as Boostergreen in Mexico.

India
The second generation Ertiga was launched in India on 21 November 2018, it is locally assembled by Maruti Suzuki and sold exclusively at Maruti Suzuki Arena dealerships. For India, the second generation Ertiga is available in eight trim levels with each engine version has four trim levels: LXi, VXi, ZXi and ZXi+ for the K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine, and LDi, VDi, ZDi and ZDi+ for the D15A 1.3-litre turbocharged diesel engine. For transmission, all variants comes as standard with a 5-speed manual, however the VXi and ZXi trim levels have the option of a 4-speed automatic. Both the petrol and the diesel engines comes equipped with mild hybrid technology by Suzuki called as Smart Hybrid Vehicle by Suzuki.

In March 2019, the base LDi and LXi trim levels were both discontinued.

In April 2019, the E15A 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine paired to a 6-speed manual was made available for the VDi, ZDi and ZDi+ trim levels. However, it was discontinued in March 2020 due to Bharat Stage 6 implemention.

In August 2019, the D15A 1.3-litre turbocharged diesel engine was discontinued. The Tour M trim was added, based on VXi trim, aimed for commercial fleet buyers e.g. taxis.

In April 2022, the Ertiga for the Indian market received a minor facelift. trim levels remained the same. For engines, the facelifted Ertiga received the new K15C Dualjet 1.5-litre MHEV petrol engine and a new compressed natural gas (CNG) engine.

Philippines
The second generation Ertiga was launched in the Philippines on 23 January 2019, with three trim levels available at launch: GA (with manual only), GL (with manual/automatic) and GLX (with automatic only); it is powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine.

In March 2020, the Ertiga range was updated in Philippines. The GA trim received new designs for the steel wheels. The GL trim receives a second-row armrest. The GLX trim receives dual-tone 15" alloy wheels and automatic climate control.

In January 2023, the facelifted Ertiga debuted in the Philippines with the same trim levels as the pre-facelift. All variants are powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol MHEV engine.

Thailand
The second generation Ertiga was launched in Thailand on 6 February 2019, with two trim available: GL and GX; it is powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine paired only to a 4-speed automatic.

In November 2022, the facelifted Ertiga debuted in Thailand with the same trim levels. All variants are powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol MHEV engine.

South Africa
The second generation Ertiga was launched in South Africa on 8 March 2019, with two trim levels available at launch: GA (with manual only) and GL (With manual/automatic); it is powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine.

In September 2019, the flagship GLX trim was added, it is available with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.

In July 2022, the facelifted Ertiga range debuted in South Africa. The GLX trim has been dropped and the GL trim  received a few additional features for a stylish design and interior luxuries.

Vietnam
The second generation Ertiga was launched in Vietnam on 29 June 2019, with two trim levels available at launch: GL (with manual) and GLX (with automatic); it is powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine.

In February 2020, the Ertiga range was updated in Vietnam. The GL trim receives a second-row armrest and a 6.2" touchscreen infotainment system with a reversing camera. The GLX trim receives 15" dual-tone alloy wheels, 10" touchscreen infotainment system and automatic climate control.

In September 2022, the facelifted Ertiga debuted in Vietnam with three variants: Hybrid M/T, Hybrid A/T and Hybrid Sport Limited A/T. All variants are powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol MHEV engine.

Safety
The Ertiga for India received 3 stars for adult occupants and 3 stars for toddlers from Global NCAP in 2019 (similar to Latin NCAP 2013).

Toyota Rumion
The Indian-built second-generation Ertiga is rebadged and marketed by Toyota as the Toyota Rumion, which is offered as an entry-level MPV model in various African countries. The "Rumion" nameplate was previously used for the Japanese market Corolla Rumion hatchback. It debuted in October 2021 in South Africa, which the model is offered in S, SX and TX trim levels. It was also introduced in Egypt in January 2022.

The facelifted Rumion with a differentiated front fascia from the Ertiga was launched on 7 July 2023. This model has also been sold in India since 10 August 2023.

XL6/XL7
The Suzuki XL6 in India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan and Africa, Suzuki XL7 elsewhere and the Suzuki Ertiga XL7 in Mexico, is a crossover-inspired derivative of the second-generation Ertiga. Its development was led by chief engineer Masayuki Ishiwata. According to Suzuki, the XL6/XL7 has over 200 component differences from the regular Ertiga. Apart from the changes on the exterior, the other components were the engine control module, body control module, redesigned fuel tank shape for better centre of gravity and retuned suspensions. XL6 and XL7 stands for "Xtra Large 6-seater/7-seater".

India
The XL6 debuted in India on 21 August 2019 and sold at Maruti's Nexa showrooms. Referring to its name XL6 is a 6-seater with second row captain seats, unlike the international XL7 that comes as a 7-seater. The XL6 available in 3 trim levels: Zeta, Alpha and Alpha+; it is powered by a 1.5-litre MHEV petrol engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic.

In April 2022, the XL6 was given a minor facelift for the Indian market. trim levels remain the same. For engines, the XL6 is switched to the latest K15C Dualjet 1.5-litre MHEV petrol engine.

Indonesia
The XL7 was launched in Indonesia on 15 February 2020, it is available in three trim levels: Zeta, Beta and Alpha, with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic. The facelifted XL7 was launched on 15 June 2023, with the same trim levels as the pre-facelift model. A K15B 1.5-litre petrol MHEV engine (marketed as "'Smart Hybrid"') became standard on the Beta and Alpha trim levels, while the Zeta trim still uses the K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine, all trim levels have the option between a manual or an automatic.

Philippines
The XL7 was launched in the Philippines on 16 March 2020 alongside the S-Presso on a virtual online event. For the Philippines, the XL7 comes in a sole GLX trim paired with to a 4-speed automatic.

On 18 March 2024, the facelifted XL7 was launched in the Philippines. It is still offered in the same GLX trim as the pre-facelift model. A K15B 1.5-litre petrol MHEV engine is standard.

Vietnam
The XL7 was launched in Vietnam on 25 April 2020, with deliveries began later in May 2020. For Vietnam, the XL7 is offered solely in an unnamed trim paired only to a 4-speed automatic.

Thailand
The XL7 was launched in Thailand on 15 July 2020, in the sole GLX trim, paired only with a 4-speed automatic.

Mexico
The XL7 was launched in Mexico on 8 October 2020 as the Ertiga XL7, comes in a sole GLX trim, paired only with a 4-speed automatic. The Ertiga XL7 for the Mexican market is imported from Indonesia.

South Africa
The XL6 was launched in South Africa on 23 August 2023, with two trim levels available: GL and GLX; it is powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic.