Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Facelift vs Kia Carens vs Renault Triber

2022 Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Facelift has been launched. Here is a detailed comparison between Ertiga Facelift vs Kia Carens vs Renault Triber.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Facelift is a 7 seater MPV, which rivals Kia Carens and Renault Triber in its segment. So, today we bring for you a quick comparison of these 7 seater MPVs to ease your new car buying decision and help make the perfect choice for your family.

In terms of engine specifications, the Kia Carens steals the show with the highest number of powertrain options on offer. The 1.4 T-GDi being the most powerful of the lot and is least fuel efficient at the same time. However the least expensive 1.5 petrol of Carens is not available with automatic transmission. The Ertiga Facelift has the CNG options to its advantage with the highest fuel efficiency of 26.11 km/kg making it extremely pocket friendly. The last being the Renualt Triber with least powerful 72 bhp engine offered with a basic AMT transmission.

Maruti Ertiga Facelift vs Kia Carens vs Renault Triber - Exterior Styling: 

Although the looks of a car is a personal preference, the Ertiga Facelift and Carens go neck to neck in this aspect. On one hand the Ertiga flaunts an upright stance while the Carens has modern design elements like the sleek LED DRLs, diamond cut 16-inch alloy wheels among others. The updated Ertiga now gets a new front grille and several chrome bits on the outside. While the design of Renault Triber is compact and classic to say the least, inspired by typical Renault design philosophy. 

Which MPV appeals most to you in terms of exterior styling?

Maruti Ertiga Facelift vs Kia Carens vs Renault Triber - Interiors and Features:

The Kia Carens is loaded to the brim with best in class features like the largest 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, 8 speaker Bose sound system, ventilated front seats and air purifier, which the other two MPVs don’t offer. The cabin of Kia Carens feels premium, followed by the Ertiga which gets a good level of fit and finish. The facelifted Ertiga now provides a new metallic teak wood finish on the dashboard along with Suzuki Connected Car Tech, auto headlamps and more. Whereas the Renault Triber gets some nifty features like a LED instrument cluster, smart access card and a 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system . Coming to the 2nd and 3rd row of seats, all the competitors are almost equally good, however it’s worth noting that the Carens is available in a 6 seater option as well.

Maruti Ertiga Facelift vs Kia Carens vs Renault Triber Safety Features:

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Facelift now gets 4 airbags in its top trim ZXI along with features like Hill Hold Assist, ESP and more. The list of standard safety features on Kia Carens is phenomenal, which includes first in class 6 airbags, all 4 disc brakes, Electronic Stability Control, Vehicle Stability Management among others. The Renault Triber gets only 2 airbags, but boasts of a 4 Star Global NCAP Safety Rating. The other two cars are yet to be crash tested for their safety ratings.

Maruti Ertiga Facelift vs Kia Carens vs Renault Triber - Price in India:

The least expensive Renault Triber will set you back by Rs 8.08 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top RXZ AMT trim. The Ertiga Facelift price starts at Rs 8.35 lakh for the base Lxi trim and goes up till Rs 12.79 lakhs ex-showroom for Xzi+ AT trim. While the S-CNG is only limited to Lxi and Zxi variants priced at Rs 10.44 lakhs and Rs 11.54 lakhs (ex-showroom). As for Kia Carens it is priced at an affordable Rs 9.59 lakh and goes all the way up to Rs 17.65 lakhs (ex-showroom). The prices of Premium and Prestige variants in all the three powertrain options are comparable to Ertiga Facelift.

Maruti Ertiga Facelift vs Kia Carens vs Renault Triber - Verdict

The final new car buying decision is a matter of requirements and which option suits you the most. So we are going to simplify it for you.

If you are on a tight budget and want a MPV to get you from point A to B, then it has to be the Renault Triber. It offers you good space along with a compact size, which will significantly reduce your driving efforts in the city. However on the highway, the engine does seem to struggle to deliver optimum performance.

In the case of the 2022 Ertiga Facelift, the MPV can be a safe option owing to its long term proven reliability. The vehicle provides you the best of both worlds, a powerful engine along with good fuel efficiency. It is the only option, if you want a CNG car which is light on your pocket. The upgraded powertrain along with its advanced 6-speed AT will deliver exceptional performance for your highway drives. 

While the Kia Carens is a strong contender as it’s an all-round package which might tick all your requirements. It floats way ahead of its rivals in terms of modern day features, standard safety technology and a premium cabin feel. To get one, you might have to stretch your budget quite considerably and it’s the only option you have if you are a diesel car lover.