Maruti Suzuki Ertiga-based Toyota Rumion MPV revealed in India
What's the story
Toyota has revealed the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga-based Rumion in India. It will soon debut as the automaker's most affordable MPV on our shores.
The people-mover is expected to be priced slightly more than the Ertiga and will further strengthen the strategic partnership between Toyota and Maruti Suzuki.
The vehicle features minimal styling changes and a seven-seater cabin backed by a sole petrol engine option.
Expected features
The car will feature a semi-digital instrument cluster
The Toyota Rumion sports swept-back projector LED headlights, a chrome-surrounded grille, indicator-mounted ORVMs, blacked-out B-pillars, flared wheel arches, wrap-around LED taillamps, and designer dual-tone wheels.
The feature list is yet to be disclosed. We expect the MPV to get a dual-tone dashboard with faux wood trims, automatic climate control, a semi-digital instrument cluster, a large touchscreen infotainment panel with connectivity options, and multiple airbags.
Information
It will draw power from a 1.5-liter engine
Powering the Toyota Rumion will be the same 1.5-liter, DualJet engine with a mild-hybrid system as seen on the Ertiga. The motor will likely develop 103hp/136.8Nm. Transmission duties should be handled by either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox.
Strategy
A transparent delivery strategy will be implemented for customer satisfaction
To avoid long waiting periods similar to Maruti Suzuki's popular MPV offering, Toyota will implement a 'first in, first out' delivery strategy for the all-new Rumion.
Bookings will be cataloged from an all-India perspective and prioritized based on the sequence of orders.
This approach aims to provide a transparent experience for customers, ensuring those who book earlier receive their vehicles sooner.