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Improved version of Maruti Suzuki Ertiga to be launched on this date: Get details
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is on the cards for launch later this month. Ahead of the car’s launch, most of the details of the MPV are out, owing to the teaser released by the manufacturer and leaked details. As per the new teaser, the car is to get paddle shifters. In addition, the leaked information reveals the colour and variant details of the Maruti Suzuki MPV.
Maruti Suzuki’s teaser reveals illuminated switchgear on the steering wheel and the paddles behind it. This time around, the MPV is expected to have the option of a 6-speed automatic transmission, working with the aforementioned paddle shifters. The transmission will be mated with a new-gen 1.5-litre petrol mild-hybrid engine. The Ertiga will also have the option of a factory-fitted CNG.
Moving forward to the leaked information, the 2022 Ertiga will be offered in four trims, namely LXI, VXI, ZXI and ZXI+. The optional 6-speed automatic transmission will be available with the VXI, ZXI and ZXI+ variants of the MPV. In addition, the car gets seven colours on the palette. The colour options are Splendid Silver, Pearl Arctic White, Pearl Dignity Brown, Auburn Red, Magma Grey, Prime Oxford Blue and Midnight Black Shades.
The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga will also have some exterior changes. The front-end is to get a new grille, remastered bumpers along with new alloy wheels. Moreover, there will be changes in the interior like new interior colours and a new infotainment system.
It is to be noted that the bookings for Maruti Suzuki Ertiga have already started. The MPV can be booked at a token amount of Rs 11,000.
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Improved version of Hyundai Creta launched in Indian market: Check it out here
Hyundai India launched the much-awaited Creta Knight Edition in the country at a starting price of Rs 13.51 lakh (ex-showroom, all-India). This new variant is available in both petrol and diesel engine options and can be had either with a manual or an automatic transmission unit. To read more about the Creta Knight Edition, click here. In addition to this, the company has also introduced a model-year update for the Hyundai Creta with new feature additions.
The 2022 Hyundai Creta is now available in a new Denim Blue colour option and the Highline TPMS is now standard across all variants. The SX (O) trim now also gets a glossy black centre console. Furthermore, the company will offer the iMT option on the 1.5-litre petrol ‘S’ variant to further expand choices for the customers. The new S+ variant powered by a 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 7DCT now gets an additional set of features, such as –
– Smart panoramic sunroof
– 16-inch black alloy wheels
– Smartphone wireless charger
– Rear Disc Brakes
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
– Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
– Hill start assist control (HAC)
– Paddle shifters
– Metal pedals
– Electric and auto-folding ORVMs
– Power window auto up/down
Mechanically, the SUV continues to be powered by the existing petrol and diesel engine options.