India’s Favorite 7-Seater Gets Smarter, Safer & More Premium in 2025
Maruti Suzuki has finally launched the 2025 Ertiga, which is more refined, tech-savvy, and fuel-efficient than ever before. Starting at ₹10.07 lakh (ex-showroom), this 7-seater MPV still commands the family car segment — now with updated looks, improved interior features, and an efficient hybrid system.
For all large families, fleet owners, and travelers, the new Ertiga represents unprecedented value in a contemporary package.
Exterior Design: Familiar Shape, Fresh Details
The 2025 Ertiga keeps its practical silhouette but adds sharper design cues for a more upscale presence.
Key Exterior Highlights:
- New hexagonal chrome-accented front grille
- Sleek LED projector headlamps with integrated DRLs
- Redesigned bumper with bold character lines
- LED taillights with 3D-effect & chrome strip
- New alloy wheels:
- 16-inch dual-tone (top trims)
- 15-inch (base trims)
- Ground clearance: 180mm — perfect for Indian roads
- New color options: Splendid Silver, Magma Grey (6 total)
Despite its updates, the Ertiga remains practical and elegant, retaining the proportions Indian buyers trust.
Interior & Features: Comfort Meets Technology
Step inside, and the Ertiga now feels more premium than ever.
Interior Upgrades:
- New horizontal dashboard layout
- 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto (7-inch on lower trims)
- Improved soft-touch materials & stitching
- New fabric upholstery with better cushioning
- One-touch second-row tumble function for easy third-row access
- Ambient lighting, wireless charging, USB-C in all rows
- Auto-dimming IRVM, new rear AC vents
Connected Car Features:
- Suzuki Connect: remote monitoring, geo-fencing, OTA updates
- Voice commands for climate, audio & navigation
It’s still the family-friendly MPV we know — but now smarter and comfier.
Engine & Mileage: Hybrid Power, Lower Running Costs
Under the hood, Maruti sticks with its trusted petrol engine, now cleaner and smarter.
| Variant | Engine | Power/Torque | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (MT) | 1.5L K15C NA | 103 HP / 138 Nm | 20.51 km/l |
| Petrol (AT) | 1.5L K15C NA | 103 HP / 138 Nm | 19.15 km/l |
| CNG (MT) | 1.5L K15C NA | 88 HP / 121.5 Nm | 26.11 km/kg |
Transmission:
- 5-speed manual (MT)
- New 6-speed automatic (AT) with paddle shifters on top trims
The enhanced Smart Hybrid system improves mileage with a larger battery and stronger electric assist during acceleration. It’s smoother, quieter, and more efficient than before.
Ride, Handling & Platform
The 2025 Ertiga continues on the HEARTECT platform, now with chassis and suspension tweaks for added comfort.
- MacPherson strut + torsion beam setup, retuned for Indian roads
- Electric power steering now lighter at low speeds, firmer at high speeds
- 5.2m turning radius — easy to drive even in tight city spots
- Larger front disc brakes for improved stopping power
- All variants get EBD & Brake Assist
This MPV now feels more stable on highways and more nimble in traffic.
Safety: Now with 6 Airbags Standard
Maruti has taken safety more seriously with the 2025 update.
Standard Safety Features:
- 6 airbags across all trims
- ABS, EBD, ESC, hill-hold assist
- ISOFIX mounts for child safety
- Reinforced body structure for Bharat NCAP compliance
Additional Features (Top Trims):
- 360-degree camera
- Rear cross-traffic alert
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
With safety and comfort now baked into all variants, the Ertiga becomes an even better family buy.
Price & Variants: Great Value Across the Board
| Variant | Transmission | Fuel Type | Price (Ex-showroom) |
|---|---|---|---|
| LXi | Manual | Petrol | ₹10.07 Lakh |
| VXi | Manual/Auto | Petrol/CNG | ₹11.25–₹11.89 Lakh |
| ZXi | Manual/Auto | Petrol/CNG | ₹12.29–₹12.95 Lakh |
| ZXi+ | Manual/Auto | Petrol | ₹12.85 Lakh |
With four primary trims (LXi, VXi, ZXi, ZXi+), Maruti has streamlined the offerings. The CNG option is offered for the Vxi and ZXi trims, which should capture the attention of private and fleet buyers alike.
Availability and delivery timescale
- Production schedule: Producing now at the Gurugram plant
- Monthly production: Possible filing of up to 9,000 units
- Delivery timescale: Next month deliveries to begin
- Expecting demand: Early orders already experiencing longer-than-usual waiting periods
Based on increasing fuel prices and interest in sensible 7-seater options, Maruti anticipates another success with the Ertiga.
Final Thought: Ertiga 2025 — The Practical MPV
The desirability of the 2025 Maruti Ertiga is not in its ability to reinvent itself — and that’s a good thing. The Ertiga is undergoing real-world tweaks: improved mileage, additional tech, greater safety, and better looks. For families, cab operators, and budget-conscious consumers, it is, still, the reference point in this category of 7-seater MPVs.
If you are looking for a spacious, fuel-efficient, feature-rich family car under ₹13 lakh, the Ertiga should still top your list.