Bookings Open For 2022 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga - Launch Set For April 15

The Ertiga's mid-cycle refresh is set to bring a whole lot of changes to the MPV including under the hood. Reports suggest that the new K15C DualJet DualVVT which features Maruti's Smart hybrid tech will produce an extra 10bhp compared to the current K15B unit.

What is confirmed is that the 1.5-litre K15C powerplant for the 2022 Ertiga will be offered with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a brand new 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The new 6-speed automatic replaces the ancient 4-speed unit found on the current Ertiga.

Other changes that will arrive onboard the new Ertiga include a new grille and a 7-inch Smartplay Pro touchscreen infotainment display with connected car features from the 'Suzuki Connect' setup.

Maruti Suzuki will also offer the new 2022 Ertiga with its S-CNG setup. For the 2022 model, the S-CNG will be offered with the VXi and ZXi variants of the Ertiga.

Announcing the opening of bookings for the new Ertiga, Shashank Srivastava, Senior Executive Director (Marketing & Sales), Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, "With over 750,000 delighted customers, Ertiga has been a game-changer in India's MPV market. We are pleased to introduce the Next-Gen Ertiga, that redefines style, space, technology, safety, comfort and convenience of traveling together. The Next-Gen Ertiga will have thoughtful newage features, an upgraded powertrain and advanced 6-speed automatic transmission. We are confident that the Next-Gen Ertiga will further delight customers, offering them a more fuel-efficient, powerful, technologically advanced and stylish companion for long journeys together with their loved ones."

CV Raman, Chief Technical Officer (Engineering), Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, "Ertiga's continued success in the market is a testament to its undisputed reign as one of India's most loved MPV. The Next-Gen Ertiga has been elegantly designed and equipped with an all-new K-series efficient powertrain and modern features to deliver an enjoyable driving experience while ensuring the safety of loved ones. We are sure that the Next-Gen Ertiga will exceed customer expectations and continue to be the preferred choice of many more Indian families."

Thoughts On The New 2022 Ertiga

For the 2022 model year, Maruti Suzuki is giving the Ertiga a host of new features including a new powerplant under the bonnet alongside a new automatic transmission. Add in the new infotainment system with connected car tech and the 2022 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga promises to be another home run for India's largest carmaker.