Maruti Ertiga: VXi 1.5 Petrol MT vs ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT
The ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,06,200 more than the VXi 1.5 Petrol MT. The equipment it adds covers 77% of that on our values — a fair upgrade. Every feature is priced below.
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You pay extra
₹1,06,200
₹9,95,300 → ₹11,01,500
Features are worth
₹82,650
9 gained
Equipment covers
77%
of what the variant costs extra
ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,06,200 more than VXi 1.5 Petrol MT and brings 9 features we value at ₹82,650, roughly 77% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
We price the equipment that separates these two trims. The rest of the difference pays for things we don't itemise — materials, fit and finish, and the manufacturer's own margin. An upgrade that clears 100% is one where the equipment alone is worth what it costs.
*Ex-showroom, Delhi · Prices checked Oct 2026
Factory-only or fit it later
- Only from the factory
- ₹52,250 · 6 features
- Could be fitted later
- ₹30,400 · 3 features
Of the equipment this variant adds, at our valuations. Which features count as fit-later is set per feature in the methodology.
Feature-by-feature valuation
12 of 77 features differ between these trims.
| Feature | VXi 1.5 Petrol MT | ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety & driver assistance | |||
| Rear Defogger & Wiper/WasherEssential rainy season safety features for clear rear visibility. | No | Yes | +₹7,600 |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Automatic Climate ControlSet a temperature and the car holds it, instead of manual fan and dial control. | No | Yes | +₹11,400 |
| Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button StartPassive proximity keyless unlocking and engine start/stop button.Up from Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹6,650 |
| Height-Adjustable Driver's SeatDriver's seat adjusts for height, not just reach. | No | Yes | +₹3,800 |
| Remote Central LockingCentral locking operated by a remote or flip key, rather than a key turned in the door.Counted in Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Start, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Infotainment & connectivity | |||
| 7-Inch Touchscreen InfotainmentEntry-size touchscreen with smartphone mirroring, usually by cable.Up from Basic Music System (No Touchscreen) — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹7,600 |
| Basic Music System (No Touchscreen)A head unit or audio dock with speakers, on a trim that has no touchscreen. The tier below the 7-inch touchscreen.Counted in 7-Inch Touchscreen Infotainment, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Connected Car TechnologyEmbedded SIM giving remote lock, climate start, location and alerts from a phone app. | No | Yes | +₹11,400 |
| Exterior & wheels | |||
| 15-Inch Alloy WheelsFactory alloy wheels in place of steel rims with covers.Up from Full Wheel Covers — the figure is the difference between the two, not the full value. | No | Yes | +₹18,050 |
| Connected LED Tail LampsEdge-to-edge LED lightbar spanning the tailgate, linking the two tail lamps. | No | Yes | +₹11,400 |
| Full Wheel CoversSteel wheels with full covers or a styled painted finish, rather than bare steel with centre caps. The tier below alloy wheels.Counted in 15-Inch Alloy Wheels, which replaces it. | Yes | No | — |
| Front Fog Lamps (Halogen)Halogen or bulb-type front fog lamps. The tier below LED fog lamps. | No | Yes | +₹4,750 |
| Net feature value | 9 gained | ₹82,650 | |
Values are our own estimates of what each feature is worth on this segment of car, not manufacturer pricing. We only price equipment that differs between trims, so this column will not add up to the full price gap — the rest pays for materials, fit and finish, and margin. Every valuation and its reasoning is published here.
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Rear Defogger & Wiper/Washeradded
ours₹Automatic Climate Controladded
ours₹Smart Keyless Entry & Push Button Startadded
replaces Remote Central Locking — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹15-Inch Alloy Wheelsadded
replaces Full Wheel Covers — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Connected LED Tail Lampsadded
ours₹Height-Adjustable Driver's Seatadded
ours₹7-Inch Touchscreen Infotainmentadded
replaces Basic Music System (No Touchscreen) — the figure is the difference between the two
ours₹Front Fog Lamps (Halogen)added
ours₹Connected Car Technologyadded
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On our figures
₹82,650 of equipment against ₹1,06,200 — 77% of the variant
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VXi to ZXi on all 2 powertrains
Maruti Suzuki sells this upgrade on 2 powertrains. The price gap and what it buys are not always the same, so here is each one, worked out the same way as this page. The upgrade costs ₹1,06,200 on every one.
| Powertrain | Costs more | Equipment worth | Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol manual (this page) | ₹1,06,200 | ₹82,650 | 77%Fair upgrade |
| Petrol automatic | ₹1,06,200 | ₹82,650 | 77%Fair upgrade |
On-road price, side by side
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In Delhi, ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,63,195 more on the road than VXi 1.5 Petrol MT, against ₹1,06,200 ex-showroom. ₹45,980 of that is road tax, insurance and charges that rise with the price. The dearer variant crosses ₹10 lakh ex-showroom, so it also carries 1% TCS (₹11,015), which you can claim back against income tax. The verdict above is measured against the ex-showroom difference.
VXi 1.5 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹9,95,300
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹75,463
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹49,765
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT
petrol · manual · Delhi
- Ex-showroom price
- ₹11,01,500
- RTO road taxDelhi slab for petrol, ₹4,000 of state levies, plus a 0.18% cess charged on ex-showroom
- ₹1,16,133
- Insurance (comprehensive)1-yr own damage (zero dep) + 3-yr third party, incl. GST
- ₹55,075
- TCS1% above ₹10 L ex-showroom — adjustable against income tax
- ₹11,015
- Registration & FASTagOne-off RTO registration fee, HSRP plates and the FASTag tag
- ₹1,200
- Hypothecation & handling₹1,500 hypothecation endorsement and ₹400 miscellaneous — charged on the invoice whether or not the car is financed
- ₹1,900
Estimate. Road tax slabs checked September 2026; insurance premiums vary by insurer and dealer handling charges are not included.
Common questions
- What is the price difference between the Maruti Ertiga VXi 1.5 Petrol MT and ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT?
- ₹1,06,200 ex-showroom — VXi 1.5 Petrol MT is ₹9,95,300 and ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT is ₹11,01,500.
- Is the Maruti Ertiga ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT worth the extra money over the VXi 1.5 Petrol MT?
- ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT costs ₹1,06,200 more than VXi 1.5 Petrol MT and brings 9 features we value at ₹82,650, roughly 77% of the price difference. Reasonable if you specifically want what it adds; not a bargain.
- What do you actually get on the ZXi 1.5 Petrol MT that the VXi 1.5 Petrol MT doesn't have?
- 9 features, led by 15-Inch Alloy Wheels, Automatic Climate Control, Connected LED Tail Lamps. The full list with our rupee valuation for each is in the table above.