Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Renault Triber vs Toyota Rumion (2026)
The classic muv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga if you want the most power (103 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 26.11 kmpl), the biggest boot (209 L).
- Pick the Renault Triber if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.30 Lakh), the best crash-test score (4 stars).
- Pick the Toyota Rumion as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere.
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Ertiga | Renault Triber | Toyota Rumion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹8.85 Lakh – ₹12.99 Lakh | ₹6.30 Lakh – ₹9.20 Lakh | ₹10.40 Lakh – ₹13.90 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L K15C NA Petrol with mild hybrid / CNG | 1.0L petrol | 1.5L four-cylinder petrol with mild-hybrid tech |
| Max power | 103 bhp | 71 bhp | 103 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, CNG | Petrol | Petrol, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT | Manual, Torque Converter AT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 20.3–20.51 kmpl (petrol), 26.11 km/kg (CNG) | up to 20 kmpl (ARAI) | 20.1-20.5 km/l petrol, 26.1 km/kg CNG (ARAI) |
| Seating | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 4 stars | Not tested |
| Airbags (max) | 4 | 6 | 4 |
| Boot space | 209 L | 84 L | 209 L |
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga in short
The Ertiga is India's best-selling MPV, a genuine 7-seater at a family-friendly price that dominates both private and fleet markets. Facelifted in 2022 with the K15C engine and a 6-speed automatic, it rivals the Kia Carens and Renault Triber while feeding buyers upward to its premium sibling, the XL6. The CNG variant is hugely popular with taxi operators.
Full Ertiga prices & variants →Renault Triber in short
The Renault Triber is India's most affordable seven-seater, refreshed in 2025 with a smarter face, new trim names and six airbags as standard. Its party trick remains the removable third row, which turns a school-run MPV into a 625-litre luggage hauler in minutes. Nothing else offers seven seats under Rs 10 lakh, leaving it in a class of one below the Maruti Ertiga.
Full Triber prices & variants →Toyota Rumion in short
The Toyota Rumion is a rebadged Maruti Ertiga, giving budget-conscious families a practical seven-seater with Toyota's longer warranty backing. Its 1.5 K-series petrol with mild-hybrid assistance and a proven CNG option keep running costs among the lowest of any three-row vehicle in India. It squares up against the Ertiga, Maruti XL6 and Kia Carens while serving strong demand from both private and fleet buyers.
Full Rumion prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Ertiga vs Triber vs Rumion — which should I buy?
Pick the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga if you want the most power (103 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 26.11 kmpl), the biggest boot (209 L). Pick the Renault Triber if you want the lowest starting price (₹6.30 Lakh), the best crash-test score (4 stars). Pick the Toyota Rumion as the balanced middle path — it wins no single spec outright but concedes little anywhere. Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Ertiga, Triber, Rumion?
The Renault Triber starts lowest at ₹6.30 Lakh, against ₹8.85 Lakh for the Ertiga and ₹10.40 Lakh for the Rumion (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga: not yet NCAP-tested; Renault Triber: 4 stars; Toyota Rumion: not yet NCAP-tested.