2022 Maruti Ertiga ZXi Variant Analysis: Is It The Most Value-For-Money Variant?

Modified On Apr 23, 2022 11:32 AM By Rohit for Maruti Ertiga

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It is the top-spec trim if you are planning to buy the MPV with the optional CNG kit

The Maruti Ertiga’s second-to-top ZXi trim is the only variant, along with the VXi, which comes with a CNG kit option. It continues to be offered with the choice of both manual and automatic gearboxes while commanding a premium of around a lakh over the VXi and adding more features to its list. Let’s find out if this is the right variant for you:

Variant	1.5-litre MT	1.5-litre AT
ZXi	Rs 10.59 lakh	Rs 12.09 lakh
ZXi+	Rs 11.29 lakh	Rs 12.79 lakh
Difference	Rs 70,000

Why consider the Ertiga ZXi?

The Ertiga ZXi looks the same as the top-spec ZXi+ inside and out. Maruti has added a bunch of functional features to this trim including a touchscreen system, keyless entry, and auto AC. Even connected car tech is available from this trim onwards. In terms of safety, it gets a small addition in the form of height-adjustable seatbelts. All of these features make it our most recommended variant.

Here’s a look at its features:

	Exterior	Interior	Comfort and Convenience	Infotainment	Safety
Highlight features	Machine-finished alloy wheels Rear wiper and washer	Height-adjustable driver seat Dual-tone seat upholstery	Push-button start/stop Auto AC (front)	7-inch touchscreen system Android Auto and Apple CarPlay	Height-adjustable front seatbelts Front fog lamps
Other features	Outside chrome door handles Defogger	Wooden finish on the dashboard and door pads	Smartphone storage space (2nd row) 12V socket (3rd row)	Connected car tech 2 tweeters	N.A.
Upgrade to ZXi+ if you want	N.A.	Leather-wrapped steering wheel	Power-folding ORVMs	7-inch SmartPlay Pro touchscreen system	Two side airbags Reversing camera

Why skip the Ertiga ZXi?

Although the ZXi is the most value-packed trim of the Maruti MPV, it doesn’t get the additional safety features such as the two side airbags and electronic stability programme. It even misses out on auto-headlights, cruise control, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. If you want these amenities in your Ertiga, it’s better to go for the top-spec ZXi+ trim.

Variant	Verdict
LXi	Gets the basics but worth upgrading to VXi if you want a more feature-loaded entry variant
VXi	Offered with all the essential features for those on a tight budget
ZXi	Our recommended variant as it is the most value-packed offering of the MPV
ZXi+	Only upgrade if you want a beefier safety net which includes two additional airbags and a reversing camera