DELHI, - Ertiga actual figure has emerged since June 2011 and successfully captured by the camera are conducting tests in India. Even the choice of name Ertiga been leaked since September and is ready to become Suzuki's next global product, in India also Indonesia.Suzuki launched a step in the arena for Ertiga, Delhi Auto Expo next month (January 2012). Before the launch day, let us see what are equipped with Suzuki at low multipurpose vehicle, the prospective challenger, Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia in Indonesia.
Machine
Suzuki Ertiga equip with two petrol engine options. First, a capacity of 1372 cc engine with variable-valve timing system (VVT) has a maximum power of 96 ps and torque of 13 kgm. Second, the 1.3-liter diesel engine Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) with 90 PS power and 20.39 kgm of torque.
For Indonesia, confirmed petrol variant will be a mainstay. For diesel, Suzuki need to think again because the quality of diesel in Indonesia is still not assured. About the price, indeed there is no certainty. However, leaks from Suzuki Indonesia to ensure the price will be competing head-to-head with Avanza-Xenia.
Platform
Ertiga produced using the Ritz platform and a low product multipurpose vehicle (MPV), the first Suzuki in India. The design is similar to the Ritz, but it forms the main lights (headlight) like Swift. Quite sporty bumper with large airdam. The rear spoiler given on the glass, plus brake lights, so it became more stylized.
In terms of dimensions, 7-passenger MPV is longer (4265 mm) from the Avanza Veloz (4120 mm). Including wheelbase, 2740 mm Ertiga the longer 85 mm (2655 mm).
Ertiga interior feels luxurious because it uses a combination of two shades of beige and gray. Dashboard design is plucked from Swift. Not to forget there 2DIN CD player and audio control buttons on the steering wheel (it seems to the most luxurious variant).
In India, Suzuki just release Ertiga in two variants, namely ZXi and ZDi. However, in Indonesia, Suzuki will likely offer several packages of features and additional accessories.
