Spec comparison: Toyota Rumion vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Kia Carens
Toyota has at long last launched the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga-based Rumion in India in three variants across a petrol engine and two transmission options. The MPV has also gone on sale in the international market. The Rumion stands out with its redesigned grille, front and rear bumper, and new alloy wheels. Apart from that, it borrows all the bells and whistles from the Ertiga, including the powertrain. It is to be noted that Toyota also offers the MPV in CNG version like the Maruti Ertiga.
Toyota Rumion vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Kia Carens: Variants| Variants | ||
| Toyota Rumion | Maruti Suzuki Ertiga | Kia Carens |
| S | LXi | Premium |
| G | VXi | Prestige |
| V | ZXi | Prestige Plus |
| ZXi Plus | Luxury | |
| Luxury Plus | ||
While the Rumion is available in three variants, the Ertiga and Carens come in four and five variants, respectively. The latter offer more price points and variant options to choose depending on the requirement.
Toyota Rumion vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Kia Carens: Dimensions| Dimensions | |||
| Toyota Rumion | Maruti Suzuki Ertiga | Kia Carens | |
| Length | 4,445mm | 4,395mm | 4,540mm |
| Width | 1,775mm | 1,735mm | 1,800mm |
| Height | 1,755mm | 1,690mm | 1,708mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,740mm | 2,740mm | 2,780mm |
The Carens is the longest and widest vehicle among the competitors, whereas the Rumion is the tallest MPV. It is no surprise that the Ertiga and Rumion have an identical wheelbase, but the Carens has the highest wheelbase compared to the other two.
Toyota Rumion vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Kia Carens: Powertrain
| Powertrain and power outputs | |||||
| Toyota Rumion | Maruti Suzuki Ertiga | Kia Carens | |||
| Engine | 1.5L, inline four, naturally aspirated, petrol | 1.5L, inline four, naturally aspirated, petrol | 1.5L, inline four, turbo-petrol | 1.5L, inline four, naturally aspirated, petrol | 1.5L, inline four, turbo diesel |
| Power | 103PS | 103PS | 160PS | 115PS | 116PS |
| Torque | 137Nm | 137Nm | 253Nm | 144Nm | 250Nm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic | 6-speed iMT, 7-speed dual-clutch automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed iMT, 6-speed automatic |
| Mileage | 20.51kmpl MT, 20.11kmpl AT | 20.51kmpl MT, 20.30kmpl AT | |||
Not only that, the Carens also offers a variety of engine and transmission options, including a diesel engine and an iMT transmission. On the other hand, both the Rumion and Ertiga come powered by the same petrol motor mated to manual and automatic transmission.
Toyota Rumion vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Kia Carens: Prices| Prices (ex-showroom) | ||
| Toyota Rumion | Maruti Suzuki Ertiga | Kia Carens |
| Rs 10.29 lakh to Rs Rs 13.68 lakh | Rs 8.64 lakh to Rs 13.08 lakh | Rs 10.45 lakh to Rs 18.90 lakh |
When it comes to pricing, the Rumion and Ertiga top out at 13-13.70 lakh, whereas the prices of the Carens go as high as 19 lakh. Having said that, the Carens is packed with features, advanced technology, and safety. On paper, it offers a raft of choices in terms of powertrains, variants, and even colour schemes.
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