Maruti Ertiga is one of the country’s most sought-after 7-seater MPVs, surpassing the demand for models like Toyota Fortuner and Mahindra Scorpio.
Now, it’s also available for purchase through the Canteen Stores Department (CSD), offering reduced GST rates compared to showroom prices.
Tax Savings and Price Comparison
The ex-showroom price of the base trim LXI (O) of Maruti Ertiga is Rs 8,69,000, while its CSD price is Rs 7,80,626.
This translates to a significant tax saving of Rs 88,374. Depending on the variant, buyers can save up to Rs 1,07,620 on tax for this car.
Maruti Ertiga CSD Vs Showroom Prices
| Variant | Showroom Price | CSD Price | Tax Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5-litre mild hybrid petrol manual | |||
| LXI (O) | Rs. 8,69,000 | Rs. 7,80,626 | Rs. 88,374 |
| VXI (O) | Rs. 9,83,000 | Rs. 8,84,576 | Rs. 98,424 |
| ZXI (O) | Rs. 10,93,000 | Rs. 9,85,380 | Rs. 1,07,620 |
| ZXI Plus | Rs. 11,63,000 | Rs. 10,60,383 | Rs. 1,02,617 |
| 1.5-litre mild hybrid petrol automatic | |||
| VXI | Rs. 11,23,000 | Rs. 10,23,704 | Rs. 99,296 |
| ZXI | Rs. 12,33,000 | Rs. 11,26,278 | Rs. 1,06,722 |
| ZXI Plus | Rs. 13,03,000 | Rs. 11,99,460 | Rs. 1,03,540 |
| 1.5-litre CNG manual | |||
| VXI (O) | Rs. 10,78,000 | Rs. 9,74,845 | Rs. 1,03,155 |
| ZXI (O) | Rs. 11,88,000 | Rs. 10,86,171 | Rs. 1,01,829 |
Increased Waiting Period
Due to its immense popularity, the waiting period for Maruti Ertiga is rapidly escalating.
The waiting period for the CNG model has surged to 18 weeks, equivalent to more than 4 months.
For the petrol MT variant, the waiting period is 6 to 8 weeks, while for petrol AMT, it’s 8 to 10 weeks.
The CNG variant has the longest waiting period, spanning 16 to 18 weeks. In March alone, 14,888 units of Ertiga were sold.
Features and Specifications
Maruti Ertiga boasts a 1.5-litre petrol engine generating 103PS and 137Nm, with an option for CNG.
The petrol model offers a mileage of 20.51 kmpl, while the CNG variant delivers 26.11 km/kg.
Noteworthy features include paddle shifters, auto headlights, auto air conditioning, and cruise control.
The 2023 model of Ertiga comes with a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system featuring Suzuki’s SmartPlay Pro technology, supporting voice commands
and connected car features. These include vehicle tracking, tow-away alert, geo-fencing, over-speeding alert, and remote functions, along with a 360-degree surround-view camera.
