Few things illustrate freedom better than going on a road trip, especially with friends or family. Whether you’ve got an itinerary planned out or just winging it along the way, there’s always something refreshing about getting up and taking in the sights beyond the four corners of your space.
It's important to choose the right vehicle for those out-of-town excursions
Taking four wheels on an extended stroll is certainly fun, but take note that some vehicles are more suited to the task than others. The market is already teeming with options across a wide variety of brands available, and it helps to have a checklist of the things that make an ideal road trip vehicle for you.
1. Room for Company and Cargo
Being spacious is a given, since you’ll need all the room you can get to bring company and gear along to your preferred destination. Aside from loading up on passengers, there has to be ample space on board for, say, their respective luggage or recreational toys.
You can't have too much room when bringing along passengers and their gear
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2. Comfort In Spaces
Speaking of passengers, comfortable seats are a must if you expect them to sit through (and even enjoy) a long trip. Of course, there’ll be occasional stopovers to stretch their legs, but having reclining seats eases the strain from sitting in a certain position for prolonged periods. Ample cushioning definitely helps to endure city potholes and rocky provincial paths.
Plush seats are a must on those long journeys
3. Chill On Wheels
Cold refreshments best keep you hydrated when driving long distances, and it would be nice for your drinks to keep their chill longer than usual. There’s something to be said about a vehicle that helps you keep cool in more ways than one. Handy storage compartments are also important, whether you’re carting along snacks and supplies or simply need a convenient place to keep your cash for parking and getting drive-thru meals.
Ventilated cupholders cool down your drinks and help drive thirst away
4. A Line To The Heavens
It's easy to get lost when heading off in new directions, so it always helps to seek guidance from above. A vehicle with onboard satellite navigation lets you anticipate the twists and turns ahead, and even leads you back when you’ve made a wrong turn.
Onboard navigation ensures that you won't lose your way
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5. A Real Fuel Miser
Road trips mean you should be on the road as much as possible, not spending half the journey filling up at the pumps. A fuel-efficient ride lets you cover more kilometers on less gas, which is useful especially in remote areas that only have a few gas stations on hand.
An efficient powertrain means less stops at the pumps
6. Clean As You Go Along
Keeping the cabin clean should be the least of your worries, especially when travelling with a group. Your vehicle of choice should be able to explore new places while still looking presentable by the journey’s end.
Smart storage spaces keep things organized and reduce clutter wherever you go
Long drives just became more enjoyable, with the Suzuki Ertiga. It handily ticks all the boxes on your list, with flexible seating configurations, as well as generous luggage space. A 10-inch touchscreen audio system provides smartphone connectivity for multimedia entertainment as well as standard GPS navigation.
Even sunny weather is no match for the ventilated front cupholders that keep your drinks as cool as you are, while the frugal 1.5L K15B engine works with the car-like handling to deliver performance that sips gas with a raised pinky finger.
The Suzuki Ertiga ticks all the right boxes for that road trip you're planning
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Not only does the Ertiga in look good with its distinctive design and a stylish black interior, but it also places a premium on safety with Suzuki’s proven TECT platform, complemented by dual SRS airbags, 3-pt. ELR seatbelts, ISOFix child anchors, and reverse camera with parking sensors.
All these are wrapped in an aerodynamic shell designed to mitigate pedestrian injuries in the event of an impact.
Best of all, the Suzuki Ertiga is a budget-friendly choice. It starts at Php 738,000 for the base GA manual trim, with the range-topping GLX automatic priced at only Php 993,000. With this much value in an MPV, don’t be surprised if you find yourself planning more escapades than usual.
Find the right Ertiga for your journey at auto.suzuki.com.ph.
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This story was produced in partnership with Suzuki.
Know more about Suzuki Ertiga 2024
The Suzuki Ertiga 2024 Philippines by auto industry stalwart Suzuki is a seven-seat, five-door, compact MPV. For the Philippine market, it is offered in three variants that all use a 1.5-liter K15B inline-4 engine capable of making up to 103 horsepower and 138 Nm of torque. Available transmission options for this model include a four-speed automatic and a five-speed manual transmission. Moving to the dimensions, the Suzuki Ertiga has a length of 4,395 mm, a width of 1,735 mm, and a height of 1,690 mm. This Japanese MPV is competing in the local market against the likes of the Toyota Avanza, Mitsubishi Xpander, and Maxus G50.
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Suzuki Ertiga Launch
The Suzuki Ertiga was first introduced back in 2012 in India. The Philippine-spec model was then launched in 2014. Later in 2019, the 2nd-generation model for this Suzuki-made MPV entered the local market. It sports a completely new exterior design and a new engine, and it uses the new HEARTECT platform.
Suzuki Ertiga Exterior
The 2nd-gen Suzuki Ertiga for the Philippine market has changed a lot from its previous version. It has a more modern-looking front fascia, and rear end, as well as a more contemporary-looking roofline. For exterior equipment, the standard on all variants are LED taillamps, halogen turn signals, and halogen headlamps. Also available on the higher-end trims are side skirts, front fog lamps, and side-mirror-mounted turn signal repeaters.
As for wheels, the GA and GL variants ride on a set of 15-inch steel wheels, while the GLX variants come with a set of 15-inch alloy wheels.
Suzuki Ertiga Interior
The Philippine-spec Suzuki Ertiga can fit up to seven occupants including the driver. Standard on all variants of this MPV is a tilt-adjustable steering column, fabric seats, a urethane-clad steering wheel, an analog gauge cluster, a digital trip computer, a 12-volt accessory outlet, and power windows.
All variants of the MPV come standard with a manual front air conditioner. However, only the top-spec Ertiga GL gets to benefit from rear manual air conditioners.
Suzuki Ertiga Colors
The 2024 Suzuki Ertiga is a spacious, practical, and family-friendly MPV with a sleek, quiet, but graceful exterior design. For the Philippine market, there are 7 Suzuki Ertiga colors to choose from, all of which enhance the qualities of the Suzuki-made seven-seater MPV model.
Specifically, there are the Suzuki Ertiga in Red Pearl finishes (Radiant Red Pearl and Burgundy Red Pearl), Suzuki Ertiga White (Snow White Pearl), Suzuki Ertiga Silver (Silky Silver Metallic), Suzuki Ertiga Black (Cool Black Metallic), Suzuki Ertiga in Gray (Magma Gray Metallic), and Suzuki Ertiga Brown (Brave Khaki Pearl). Of note, all three Ertiga trims can come in any of the seven colors listed above.
Technology & Safety
The top-spec Ertiga GL variant for the Philippine market is equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system. This head unit can connect via USB and Bluetooth. As for the GA, it is equipped with a 1-DIN audio system with USB connectivity for music files only. Standard on all Ertiga trims is a four-piece speaker system.
For safety, the Suzuki-made MPV comes standard with an anti-lock braking system with electronic brakeforce distribution, SRS airbags, ISOFIX tethers, and door beams for side impacts. Moreover, the GL variants also come with two parking sensors and a security alarm.
Platform & Chassis
The 2nd-gen Suzuki Ertiga for the Philippine market uses the new HEARTECT chassis. This new chassis was designed for safety and also provides a smooth, comfortable ride.
Suspension-wise, the Ertiga uses a MacPherson strut type for the front, and a torsion beam rear suspension. For braking, the Suzuki model uses a front disc brake and a rear drum brake. Its hand brake is a hand-operated manual type. Lastly, this model also uses a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout.
Size-wise, this Suzuki-made MPV has a length of 4,395mm, a width of 1,735mm, and a height of 1,690mm. It also has a ground clearance of 180mm.
Suzuki Ertiga Engine & Drivetrain
Propelling the Philippine-spec Ertiga is the K15B 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine. At most, this four-banger can make up to 103 horsepower and 138 Nm of torque. Depending on the variant, it either uses a four-speed automatic transmission or a five-speed manual transmission.
Available colors for the Suzuki Ertiga Philippines are Magma Gray Metallic, Cool Black Pearl Metallic, Silky Silver Metallic, Brave Khaki Pearl, Snow White Pearl, Radiant Pearl Red, and Burgundy Red Pearl.
The Suzuki Ertiga leans onto the budget side of the MPV market so the lack of upscaled features is expected. It doesn't come with LED headlamps, leather seats, and cruise control even for the top-of-the-line GLX variant. These features are available in its rivals such as the Mitsubishi Xpander 2024 and Maxus G50. But for a starting price of Php 763,000, Filipino car buyers can now drive home a 7-seater vehicle that delivers the practicality and reliability one can expect from a Suzuki.
Suzuki Ertiga 2024 Price List
Let's check out the Suzuki Ertiga 2024 price in the Philippines.
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Suzuki Ertiga GA 1.5 MT Hybrid | ₱954,000 |
| Suzuki Ertiga GL 1.5 MT Hybrid | ₱1,093,000 |
| Suzuki Ertiga GL 1.5 AT Hybrid | ₱1,128,000 |
| Suzuki Ertiga GLX 1.5 AT Hybrid | ₱1,178,000 |
Suzuki Ertiga Pros & Cons
Pros
- One of the most affordable 7-seaters
- Appealing exterior and interior layouts
- Adequate space for front and second-row passengers
Cons
- Basic interior materials
Suzuki Ertiga FAQs
1. How much is the Suzuki Ertiga 2024 Philippines?
The price of Suzuki Ertiga 2024 ranges from 954,000 PHP to 1,178,000 PHP.
2. Is the Suzuki Ertiga a good car?
Yes, the Suzuki Ertiga is especially good for long drives. Because it navigates bumpy roads and bad roads expertly, and body jolts barely filter into the cabin.
3. Is the Suzuki Ertiga fuel efficient?
Yes, the Suzuki Ertiga's average fuel consumption is around 16 km/L.
4. Is the Suzuki Ertiga diesel?
No, it isn’t. All Ertiga variants offered for the Philippine market run on gasoline engines only.
5. What type of car is the Suzuki Ertiga?
Type of the Ertiga is MPV.
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