1.12 lakh buyers in 6 months! This Maruti 7-seater has a mileage surprise

Sales sensation

Looking for a spacious 7-seater family car? More than 1.12 lakh buyers have already made their choice! Maruti Suzuki Ertiga emerged as India's best-selling 7-seater during April–September 2026, recording 1,12,557 sales. Mahindra Scorpio followed with 93,488 units, leaving a gap of 19,069 vehicles. But what makes this family MPV so popular among Indian buyers?

Mileage magnet

A 7-seater that promises impressive fuel efficiency? Maruti Suzuki Ertiga offers a company-claimed CNG mileage of 26.11 km/kg, while its petrol version delivers a claimed 20.51 km/l. Under the bonnet sits a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 103 PS and 137 Nm of torque. For families worried about rising running costs, the availability of CNG could be a major attraction.

Budget surprise

Buying a 7-seater doesn't necessarily mean spending ₹15 lakh or more! The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga starts at ₹8.90 lakh (ex-showroom), while the VXi CNG variant costs ₹12.77 lakh. Buyers can choose petrol, CNG, manual and automatic options across the range. With room for seven passengers, the MPV targets families looking for more seats without stretching their budgets too far.

Safety upgrade

Think an affordable family MPV has to compromise on safety and technology? The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga comes with six standard airbags, electronic stability control, hill-hold assist and ABS. It also offers features such as a 9-inch touchscreen, smartphone connectivity, cruise control and a 360-degree camera, according to the supplied specifications. However, feature availability may vary by variant.

Note: The ₹8.90 lakh starting price is for the petrol variant, while the 26.11 km/kg claimed mileage applies to the CNG variant. These should not be presented as specifications of the same variant.