The Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid 2023 is a seven-seater MPV. In the Philippine market, it has four different variants. There’s the entry-level GA MT, GL MT, GL AT, and the top-spec GLX AT. Prices range from Php 954,000 to Php 1,153,000.
Propelling the 2023 Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid is a 1.5-liter inline-4 gasoline engine paired with an Integrated Starter Generator. The said part then charges up the battery and an electric motor. Combined, this system can produce up to 103 horsepower and 138 Nm of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox or a four-speed automatic transmission, depending on the variant.
Size-wise, the Ertiga Hybrid is 4,395mm long, 1,735mm wide, and 1,690mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length of 2,740mm, and a ground clearance of 180mm.
The Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid’s local rivals includes the Toyota Avanza, Mitsubishi Xpander and Xpander Cross, Hyundai Stargazer, Nissan Livina, Toyota Veloz, Honda BR-V, among others.
Exterior
The Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid GLX variant gets automatic headlamps, LED taillights, and front foglamps. The model in general also comes with a revised front end with a new grille to make it more modern-looking.
Completing the look of the Ertiga Hybrid is a set of 15-inch polished alloy wheels (GLX). Also present are hybrid badging on the rear door.
Interior
The 2023 Ertiga Hybrid can seat up to seven occupants. It then provides a push-to-start button, a flat-bottom steering wheel, and automatic air-conditioning.
The said seats are clad in fabric and can be folded down for more cargo space. The second row features a foldable arm rest, and there are cup holders present for all rows.
Tech & Safety
The Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid gets dual-front airbags, anti-lock braking with EBD, reverse parking sensors, as well as a rearview camera.
Also present on this MPV model is a stability control system, hill-hold control, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. Standard on all trims is an engine immoblizer.
Providing entertainment for its occupants is a 10-inch or 7-inch touchscreen which comes with Smartlink phone mirroring software.
Engine & Performance
Under the hood of the Ertiga Hybrid is a 1.5-liter gasoline engine paired with an Integrated Starter Generator. The latter then provides energy to its batter, and its electric motor. Combined, this setup can produce up to 103 horsepower and 138 Nm of torque.
A five-speed manual or a seven-speed automatic gearbox is available depending on the trim. Power is then sent to its front wheels.
Reinforcing the Ertiga Hybrid’s fuel-efficiency is an automatic engine start/stop system.
Chassis
The Suzuki Ertiga Hybrid uses a MacPherson strut for the front, and a torsion beam suspension for the rear. Braking is then handled by a front disc brake and a rear drum brake.