This is the new 7-seater Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) from Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), the Rumion. Designed with families in mind, the Rumion features a perfect space, style, and efficiency all into one highly competitive segment. This new entrant into the MPV segment inherits all the hallmark reliability which Toyota promises along with all modern features and excellent fuel efficiency, thereby making itself an attractive proposition for Indian buyers.
Pricing and Variants
The three core variants of the new Toyota Rumion are S, G and V, available with manual and automatic transmission options, and a CNG variant as well. The pricing for the base petrol manual variant, starting at ₹10.29 lakh, goes all the way up to ₹13.68 lakh for the top-end automatic variant. The CNG variant is priced at ₹11.24 lakh, making it one of the economical options in the long-run fuel savings category.
Engine and Performance
A 1.5-litre K-series petrol engine with Toyota’s Neo Drive technology with an Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) is powering the Rumion. Petrol: 75.8 kW power, 136.8 Nm torque. CNG: 64.6 kW power, 121.5 Nm torque. It comes with two options of transmission-a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic gearbox.
Fuel Efficiency
Another of the Rumion’s big selling points, Fuel Economy: The petrol variant delivers a mileage of 20.51 km/l, whereas the CNG edition gives out an incredible figure of 26.11 km/kg, making it among the fairest fuel-economical 7-seater MPVs available in the Indian market today.
Design and Features
The exterior design of the Toyota Rumion is bold and stylish. It comes with a premium front grille like the other vessels in Toyota’s MPV lineup. The road presence includes chrome-finished bumpers and LED tail lamps with chrome garnish and two-tone alloy wheels.
Inside, the Rumion presents the look of a luxurious cabin by offering a premium dual-tone cabin design accentuated with wooden finish accents on the dashboard and doors. Moreover, it has a 17.78 cm touchscreen infotainment system equipped with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity without any wires. The system allows remote access of various functions such as climate control, door lock/unlock, and hazard light control through Toyota’s i-Connect facility.
Safety Features
Rumion packs an array of safety features that range from dual front airbags, side airbags, and ABS with EBD to electronic stability program (ESP), hill hold assist, and engine immobilizer. Surely, these would put the driver and passengers on a safer side as a family.
Booking and Availability
On August 28, 2023, the bookings for Rumion were opened with a booking amount of ₹11,000. Beginning delivery from September 8, 2023, the vehicle is available for sales in Toyota dealerships throughout the states in the country. It is also present in Toyota’s online virtual showroom, including a 360-degree view, variant comparison, and color customization, to experience a virtual exploration of the car.
Warranty and After-Sales Service
The Rumion has a basic warranty of 3 years or 1,00,000 kilometers, which can extend to 5 years or 2,20,000 kilometers for a small additional fee. Free 5-year roadside assistance by Toyota offers support and peace of mind to owners.
Conclusion
The Toyota Rumion is a well-balanced, 7-seater MPV that combines space, style, fuel economy, and safety into a durable package. Reasonably priced and with back-up from Toyota’s strong after-sales service, it is bound to find acceptance in the hands of families searching for an affordable and feature-rich vehicle.