Spec comparison: Toyota Rumion vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Kia Carens

Gajanan Kashikar Updated: August 30, 2023, 11:39 AM IST

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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Price (Ex-Delhi)
Starts Rs 8.99 Lakhs
Displacement
1493cc
Transmission
Manual
Max Power(ps)
115
Max Torque(Nm)
250
Mileage
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Price (Ex-Delhi)
Starts Rs 8.35 Lakhs
Displacement
1462cc
Transmission
Automatic
Max Power(ps)
87.55
Max Torque(Nm)
136.8
Mileage
20.30 Kmpl