Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Maruti Suzuki XL6

Last Updated: August 17, 2026

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga price starts at Rs. 8.90 Lakh, which is Rs. 2.72 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Maruti Suzuki XL6, priced at Rs. 11.62 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Ertiga offers a claimed 20.51 kmpl, while the XL6 delivers 20.97 kmpl. On the performance front, both are powered by a 1462cc petrol engine producing 101.64bhp@6000rpm. If you're deciding between the Ertiga and XL6, the Ertiga is the better pick for affordability, while the XL6 stands out for mileage.

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Ertiga vs XL6 Comparison Summary

Specification Maruti Suzuki ErtigaMaruti Suzuki XL6
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 8.90 LakhRs. 11.62 Lakh
Mileage 20.51 kmpl20.97 kmpl
Engine 1462 cc1462 cc
Max power 101.64bhp@6000rpm101.64bhp@6000rpm
Top speed Not Available170 Km/h

Ertiga vs XL6 Key Highlights

Basic Info Maruti Ertiga LxiMaruti XL6 Zeta
Rating
197 reviews
94 reviews
Brand Name Maruti Maruti
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 8.90 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 11.62 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 1462 cc 1462 cc
Body Type MUV MUV
Max Power 101.64bhp@6000rpm 101.64bhp@6000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Manual Manual
Gearbox 5-Speed 5-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Colors
Maruti Suzuki XL6 Colors
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 20.51 Kmpl 20.97 Kmpl
Tyre Size 185/65 R15 195/60 R16
Boot Space 209 Liters 209 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control No Yes
Cruise Control No Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI
Rs. 17,217 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Rs. 22,484 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Servicing Cost
Rs. 26,088 / 5 years
Rs. 26,935 / 5 years
Insurance Rs. 45,509 Ertiga Insurance Rs. 55,531 XL6 Insurance
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Idle Start Stop System
Yes
Yes
Displacement
1462 cc
1462 cc
Engine Type
K15C Smart Hybrid
K15C Smart Hybrid
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
1462 cc
Max Power
101.64bhp@6000rpm
101.64bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque
139Nm@4300rpm
136.8Nm@4400rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Manual
Manual
Gearbox
5-Speed
5-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Paddle Shift
No
Not Available
Kerb Weight
1150-1205 Kg
1200 Kg

Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
45 Liters
45 Liters
Top Speed
Not Available
170 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
20.51 Kmpl
20.97 Kmpl

steeringGearType
Not Available
Electric
Suspension Rear
6
6
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Steering Type
Power
Not Available
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 m
5.2 m
Tyre Size
185/65 R15
195/60 R16
Wheel Size
15
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
No
Additional Interior Features
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Rear Reading Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Upholstery
Fabric
Fabric
Interior Lighting
Not Available
Footwell Lamp
Digital Cluster
Semi
Semi
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
No
No
Air Conditioner
Yes
Yes
Digital Odometer
Yes
Not Available
Glove Box
Yes
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
6
Doors
5
Not Available
Boot Space
209 Liters
209 Liters

Alloy Wheels
No
Yes
Wheel Covers
Yes
Not Available
ORVM
Not Available
Powered & Folding
Boot Opening
Manual
Manual
Integrated Antenna
Yes
Not Available
LED DRLs
Not Available
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
Yes
LED Taillights
Yes
Yes
Halogen Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Projector Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Chrome Grille
No
Not Available
Sunroof / Moonroof
Optional
Optional
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
Not Available
Shark Fi
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4395*1735*1690 mm3
4445*1775*1755 mm3
Wheelbase
2740 mm
2740 mm
No. Of Doors
5
Not Available

Connectivity
Not Available
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
USB Charger
Not Available
Front
Central Control Armrest
Not Available
With Storage
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Yes
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Available
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
No of Speakers
Not Available
4
Android Auto
No
Yes
Apple CarPlay
No
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Yes
USB Ports
Not Available
Available
Additional Features
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
No of Tweeter
No
2
Power Windows
Front and Rear
Front & Rear
Power Windows Front
Yes
Not Available
Power Windows Rear
Yes
Not Available
Rear Window Washer
No
Yes
Speakers
Not Available
Front & Rear
Cupholders Rear
No
Not Available
Integrated 2-Din Audio
No
Yes
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
No
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
No
Yes
Cruise Control
No
Yes
Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
7 inch
Subwoofer
No
No
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
3rd Row 50:50 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
No
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
No
Yes
Rear ACVents
No
Yes
Touchscreen
No
Yes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
No
Yes
Rear Touch Screen Size
No
No
Tachometer
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
No
Yes
Paddle Shifters
No
Not Available
Door and Trunk Ajar Warning
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Voice Commands
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
No
Yes
AM/FM Radio
No
Yes
Touch-screen Display
No
Yes
Speakers Front
No
Yes
Speakers Rear
No
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
No
Not Available
Follow me home headlamps
No
No
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
Yes
Pretensioners and Force Limiter Seatbelts
3
Not Available
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
360 View Camera
Not Available
No
Curtain Airbag
Available
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
No
Yes
Anti Theft Device
No
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Available
Available
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
No
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
No
Not Available
Speed Alert
Yes
Not Available
SOS Emergency Assistance
No
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
No
No
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
6
6
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
No
Yes
Traction Control System (TCS)
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Suzuki Heartect Platform
Torque Assist During Acceleratio
Global NCAP Safety Rating
1 Star
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Global NCAP Child Safety Rating
2 Star
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Yes
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Not Available
Front
Rear Wash Wiper
No
Yes
Day Night IRVM
No
Yes
Keyless Entry
No
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
No
Yes
Rear Camera
No
Not Available
Side Airbag
Yes
Yes

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity
No
Yes
Smartwatch App
No
Yes
Live Location
No
Not Available
Remote Immobiliser
No
Not Available
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
Yes
Tow Away Alert
No
Yes
Valet Mode
No
Yes
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
Yes
Remote Ac On Off
No
No
Remote Door Lock Unlock
No
Not Available

grossWeight
1760 kg
1740

Warranty Time
2 Years
Not Available
Warranty Distance
40000 Kms
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
  • Looks better
  • Four airbags in the top-end variant
  • 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters
  • CNG is available with more features
  • Claimed efficiency gets a slight boost
Maruti Suzuki XL6
  • Larger, two-tone 16-inch alloys
  • 4 airbags
  • Ventilated seats
  • Better Infotainment Interface
  • Revised, refined engine
  • 6-speed automatic option with paddle shifts
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
  • Not much change to the exterior
  • Power numbers have dropped slightly
  • Prices have jumped up
Maruti Suzuki XL6
  • No XL7 version at the time of launch
  • Prices have jumped up
  • Engine lacks punch for highway overtakes

Is Maruti XL6 Better Than Maruti Ertiga?

57% users have chosen Maruti XL6 over Maruti Ertiga in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 595 users have also rated Maruti XL6 and Maruti Ertiga on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these cars.
As per the users experiences Maruti XL6 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features in your car. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the cars equally.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these cars on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Ertiga XL6
Mileage 4.1 4.1
Performance 4.3 4.1
Comfort 4.5 4.2
Maintenance 4.4 4.2
Safety 3.9 3.6
Features 4.2 3.9
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Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Comparison with Similar Cars

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which is a better option: Maruti Ertiga or Maruti XL6?
  • The Ertiga is still one of the most sensible family cars to buy on a budget. It is a very comfortable 7-seater family car with high fuel efficiency. On the other hand, the updates to the XL6 make it a better family MPV. Especially the added safety and convenience features are a welcome addition. The redesigned front face packs more attitude and offers a better road presence with new safety and premium features are a welcome addition. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which is better, Tata Harrier or Maruti XL6?
  • Both cars are good in their own forte. Tata Harrier has got the design to impress, and save for some minor misses it’s well-equipped too. It’s definitely the one to pick if you want the big SUV experience, or if you want to be chauffeured around to work. Yes, it’s not the easiest to drive inside the city (and that's largely down to its big size), but we reckon one can get used to it over time. It’s the one that currently offers the best blend of city and highway drivability. On the other hand, the updates to the XL6 make it a better family MPV. Especially the added safety and convenience features are a welcome addition. The redesigned front face packs more attitude and offers a better road presence with new safety and premium features are a welcome addition. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test drive before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. What is the difference between Ertiga ZXI and Ertiga ZXI Plus?
  • Reverse Camera is only for ZXI Plus model
  • Ertiga ZXI and ZXI Plus come with almost the same features, only one feature is different which is Cruise Control over the ZXI variant.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Vs Maruti Suzuki XL6 FAQs

Which car is best between Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Maruti Suzuki XL6?
Maruti Suzuki XL6 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features. On the basis of mileage user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Maruti Suzuki XL6?
The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is cheaper than Maruti Suzuki XL6 by ₹2.72 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Maruti Suzuki XL6?
The Maruti Suzuki XL6 delivers better mileage 20.97 Kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Maruti Suzuki Ertiga vs Maruti Suzuki XL6?
For the Lxi version, 1462 cc Petrol engine of Ertiga produces 101.64bhp@6000rpm of power and 139Nm@4300rpm of torque. Whereas for the Zeta version, 1462 cc Petrol engine of XL6 produces 101.64bhp@6000rpm of power and 136.8Nm@4400rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga has better performance.

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