Now I know what you are thinking this is a very familiar car is not it. Yes you are right. This is the Toyota Rumion, it is a badge engineered version of the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and today in this video I am going to tell you what’s different and why you should consider a Toyota Rumion.
What is it?
Rumion badge engineering for those less familiar is where one company takes the product of another make some modifications to it and then rebrands it and sells it as its own. So why is Toyota resorting to this strategy you ask. Well Toyota is leveraging its partnership with Suzuki and entering segments where it doesn’t have its presence. And now with the Rumion it is targeting those buyers who want a 7 seater but for whom the Innova is a bit of a stretch.
Toyota Rumion Exterior Design
From the front it looks a bit different Toyota Rumion’s nose Bears some resemblance to the Innova Christa it,s Grill is very similar to its diesel cousin and its also flaws the Toyota logo proudly in the center the bumper is a bit different and even the alloys are new in this car. So while the front and sides bear some dissimilarities with the ertiga from the rear. However you will have to solely rely on the badges to identify a Rumion.
Toyota Rumion Interior Design
Rumion the familiarities continue inside with an interior layout and even the beige color scheme, which is identical to the Ertiga. Only the Toyota logo on the steering gives away its credentials what’s nice is that the seats are Broad and comfortable, ergonomics are good and the Rumion’s cabin is functional and practical.
Toyota Rumion Engine and Performance
Talking about the power trin options you get a 1.5 L petrol engine which comes with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. There is also a CG version, but that’s only available with a 5-speed manual and a gearbox. The 1.5 petrol engine and the 6-speed automatic, this is a very smooth and a very relaxed power TR. It is going to be doing its job in a very unheard, but in a very fuss-free manner. And well for the point A to point B commutes it does its job really well. Added by mile hybrid technology. This petrol feels responsive particularly at city speeds.
Toyota Rumion Gearbox
The six-speed automatic is very smooth although if I’m honest it’s a bit too eager to upshift in the interest of efficiency to give the driver manual control over the transmission. It gets paddle shifters too which come handy while driving in a spirited manner. However driving is an aggressive manner brings its Tor deficit light and at higher engine speeds progress is slower and the engine gets much louder. And let me put it this way when you are behind the wheel of a Rumion you take is easy and become a calmer driver automatically.
Fuel Efficiency
And then when you are driving in a sedate manner this will reward you with impressive fuel efficiency. The Maruti x16 with a similar powertrain and weight achieved 9.2 km per litre in Mumbai city and 17 km per litre on the highway in our fuel efficiency tests. Thus giving a fair idea of what you can expect from the Rumion in the real world.
Price and Variants
Coming to the variance and pricing like to like the Rumion 50,000 to 60,000 more expensive than its Maruti counterpart for the premium Toyota commands over an Ertiga higher degree of differentiation would surely have been and welcome.
| Petrol MT | Toyota Rumion | Maruti Ertiga |
| Base: | Rs. 10.29 lakh | Rs. 8.64-9.78 lakh |
| Mid: | Rs. 11.45 lakh | Rs. 10.88 lakh |
| High: | Rs. 12.18 lakh | Rs. 11.58 lakh |
| Petrol AT | Toyota Rumion | Maruti Ertiga |
| Base: | Rs. 11.89 lakh | Rs. 11.28 lakh |
| Mid: | ————— | Rs. 12.38 lakh |
| High: | Rs. 13.68 lakh | Rs. 13.08 lakh |
| CNG: | Toyota Rumion | Maruti Ertiga |
| Price | Rs. 11.24 lakh | Rs. 10.73-11.83 lakh |
Middle Row Comfort
The middle row is spacious the seats slide and even recline 40-60 for better comfort and flexibility.
Third Row Space
The curb side section of the second row tilts forward and sildes facilitating easy access to the third row. Space in the last row is good even for adults. The large area ensures passengers don’t feel claustrophobic and rear air vents with a dedicated blower Aid faster cooling.
Ride Comfort
Talking about the other things, the ride quality is really nice. It takes on bad roads really well and there is a surprising amount of cushioning that you get from the suspension over bad roads, which really makes it ideal for our kind of driving conditions.
Warranty
What you get with the Toyota is a 3 years standard warranty whereas Maruti is just offering you 2 years. Having said that both cars offer extendable warranty upto 5 years. Another resson you could the Rumion is for slightly lower waiting times. So the Rumion could be an opportunity for you to skip the queue to get your hands on this MPV.
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