Toyota Rumion 7-Seater MPV Hits Indian Market at Budget-Friendly ₹9.56 Lakh
Toyota Rumion launches a new 'E' variant in the Indian market, priced at ₹9.56 lakh (ex-showroom), offering a cost-effective yet premium vehicle with essential safety features. The new variant targets families seeking a reliable, affordable 7-seater MPV in a market where options like the Maruti Ertiga and Kia Carens are popular choices.
Highlights
- •Toyota Rumion launches a new 'E' variant at ₹9.56 lakh (ex-showroom) in India, targeting budget-conscious customers.
- •The new variant includes essential safety features like six airbags and a hill hold assist, with modest equipment reductions.
- •Power comes from a 1.5-liter petrol engine, producing 103 bhp and 137 Nm, and offers both manual and automatic transmission.
- •Toyota Rumion competes with popular models such as Maruti Ertiga, Nissan Gravit, Renault Triber, and newly launched Kia Carens in the affordable 7-seater MPV market.
Toyota India has officially launched a new entry-level 'E' variant of the popular Toyota Rumion, priced at just ₹9.56 lakh (ex-showroom), aiming at customers who seek a premium vehicle with Toyota's brand value and longevity at an affordable price point.
From the large chrome-surround front grille to the stylish LED taillamps and 15-inch sturdy steel wheels with silver wheel caps, the new 'E' variant of Rumion captures attention with its premium aesthetic. It also includes standard features such as six airbags, hill hold assist, four power windows, and rear parking sensors, offering a high-quality touch for its budget.
However, some features such as an in-built audio system, manually adjustable IRVM, rear AC vents, and ABS with EBD have been omitted to keep the price low and make it more accessible to budget-conscious buyers. Despite these omissions, the new 'E' variant ensures essential safety and convenience features.
Powering the new 'E' variant is the same reliable 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine as seen in other models, producing a maximum power of 103 bhp and peak torque of 137 Nm. The new 'E' trim offers a 5-speed manual gearbox, with higher variants like G and V providing a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission option. The Rumion's CNG variant, introduced for those preferring a cleaner option, features impressive fuel economy, generating 88 bhp and 121.5 Nm of torque on 26.11 km/kg.
Offering great competition to vehicles like the Maruti Ertiga and Kia Carens, the Rumion's launch marks a strong entry into the affordable 7-seater MPV market. Pricing for the different variants includes ₹9.56 lakh for the new 'E' variant, ₹10.51 lakh for the 'S' manual, and ₹11.40 lakh for the 'S' CNG. The higher manual variants like G and V range from ₹11.64 lakh to ₹12.39 lakh. Its automatic variants reach up to ₹13.86 lakh.
In direct competition, Toyota Rumion faces the likes of Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and recently launched Nissan Gravit, Renault Triber, and premium segment Kia Carens. With its starting price of just ₹9.56 lakh, Rumion is now a popular choice for families seeking safety and spaciousness in a 7-seater car.
