[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by rich_heart

Are we rocking or what? This is combined driving in lesser and congested traffic.

That's great FE.

My car is giving between 10.2 to 11.9 kmpl in city traffic with 100% AC (chauffeur-driven always).

[rich_heart]

I have observed that running AC has extreme effect on fuel efficiency. Is this true for any car or something specific to Ertiga. Large cabin volume could be one of the reasons.

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by rich_heart

I have observed that running AC has extreme effect on fuel efficiency. Is this true for any car or something specific to Ertiga. Large cabin volume could be one of the reasons.

It is common in any car. But with the UV's and SUV's having larger cabins, the A/C compressor has to run for a longer period to achieve the same temperature as compared to a hatchback/sedan causing drop in FE.

We set the ACC at 23-24 degrees centigrade during usage.

[a4anurag]

The Ertiga AT completes a year on 21st December, 2019

Positives:

• Engine + Torque Converter - makes city driving a breeze;
• Space;
• Fuel efficiency

What could improve:

• Output from headlights

Negatives:

• HU;
• 4 speed gear box and the eagerness to downshift with minute pedal modulations;
• Lack of reverse camera;
• Mild rattles from rear cabin area

Last tank FE as per MID


Current tank FE achieved. After refuelling expected Range as per MID

Usage: 100% City with A/C

>> Awaiting delivery of the auto-dimming IRVM integrated with Reverse camera display from AliExpress. Will be getting the OEM reverse camera from MGP.

Part Name: Camera Assy, Back
Part Number: 39970M72R00
Price: ₹6,285.00

>> Procuring 1 bulk pack of Dampmat Exceed to damp the doors and part of the floor for sound insulation.

[mercedised]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

The Ertiga AT completes a year on 21st December, 2019

>> Awaiting delivery of the auto-dimming IRVM integrated with Reverse camera display from AliExpress. Will be getting the OEM reverse camera from MGP.

Part Name: Camera Assy, Back
Part Number: 39970M72R00
Price: ₹6,285.00

>> Procuring 1 bulk pack of Dampmat Exceed to damp the doors and part of the floor for sound insulation.

Did you check the actual FE by tank to tank method? I am asking this because my Honda City AT (Torque converter, 5 forward) gives no more than 10 kmpl in city. With CNG it extracts around 14 km\kg.

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by mercedised

Did you check the actual FE by tank to tank method? I am asking this because my Honda City AT (Torque converter, 5 forward) gives no more than 10 kmpl in city. With CNG it extracts around 14 km\kg.

I had checked using the tankful method. With tank to tank method it is 0.8 kmpl less than what is displayed on the MID.

[tarik.arora]

Originally Posted by mercedised

Did you check the actual FE by tank to tank method? I am asking this because my Honda City AT (Torque converter, 5 forward) gives no more than 10 kmpl in city. With CNG it extracts around 14 km\kg.

Sorry for going OT, but are you using CNG with City AT? Asking this because all my life i have assumed that CNG and AT's dont go well together. The drop in power with CNG, combined with AT losses should be pretty bad.

[Dieselritzer]

If you ever travel to Bangladesh you'll see every car running on CNG and they're all automatics.

[rich_heart]

Originally Posted by rich_heart

Are we rocking or what? This is combined driving in lesser and congested traffic.

To my pleasant surprise, as I checked, the actual mileage during the same run by full tank-to-tank method came to 13.7kmpl!

Car has now run more than 6.5k KMS.
I am happy

Originally Posted by a4anurag

>> Awaiting delivery of the auto-dimming IRVM integrated with Reverse camera display from AliExpress. Will be getting the OEM reverse camera from MGP.

Part Name: Camera Assy, Back
Part Number: 39970M72R00
Price: ₹6,285.00

Will it not impact the warranty? I too am very much interested in installing this.

Originally Posted by a4anurag

>> Procuring 1 bulk pack of Dampmat Exceed to damp the doors and part of the floor for sound insulation.

Please share your review.

I also wanted to add on some beautification from XL6 but was snubbed by the Nexa SA saying none of the parts will fit.

My wish list:
-- Vertical part of tail lamp
-- Roof rail
-- Wheel arch cladding
-- any other.

Any comments, feedback from anyone?


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[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by rich_heart

Will it does not impact the warranty?

Shouldn't cause an issue if splicing is not done and wiring is made plug and play types. Moreover, I'll be using OEM camera too so it should be good I guess.

Originally Posted by rich_heart

Vertical part of the tail lamp

I too am interested in it but haven't thought much on it as it isn't that critical.

[mercedised]

Originally Posted by tarik.arora

Sorry for going OT, but are you using CNG with City AT? Asking this because all my life i have assumed that CNG and AT's dont go well together. The drop in power with CNG, combined with AT losses should be pretty bad.

I have done pretty close to 30,000 Kms on CNG. The AT adjusts the gearshifts based on the load and power available automatically hence the lack of power in CNG mode is not as pronounced as in a manual geared vehicle. On highways I get anywhere close to 23-24 km per kg with speeds of 100-120 kmph, similar speeds on petrol yield only 16-17kmpl on highway.

[a4anurag]

Had a minor incident during lockdown while going to buy essentials.

Damage to car: RHS ORVM glass shattered. Rest part of the ORVM is fine and functioning well.



After waiting for lockdown to ease, went to MGP near my house and asked them for the part, after they went through their database, I got the part in hand after 2 days.





After reaching home, found the part doesn't match and wouldn't fit. Cross checked the part number in Boodmo too but that part is different than what is on the car.



Went back to the MGP outlet, they were surprised and asked to get the picture of the sticker that is located under the ORVM casing


They checked their database and have asked me to take the car to a dealer where two pieces of this item is there but they are not sure if it is the compatible one available or the same as I bought.

Current odometer reading is nearing 18,000 kms.

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

They checked their database and have asked me to take the car to a dealer where two pieces of this item is there but they are not sure if it is the compatible one available or the same as I bought.

Gave a visit to the main MGP stockist/distributor in Hyderabad with the part that I required. After they checked the parts catalogue, got hold of the correct part, finally!

Part Number: 84730M72R20
Part Name: Glass Comp, Out RR
Price: ₹175

Correct part


Glass back with holes for snapping in correctly


ORVM fixed


Current odo reading

[mathur2012]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

>> Awaiting delivery of the auto-dimming IRVM integrated with Reverse camera display from AliExpress. Will be getting the OEM reverse camera from MGP.

Part Name: Camera Assy, Back
Part Number: 39970M72R00
Price: ₹6,285.00

>> Procuring 1 bulk pack of Dampmat Exceed to damp the doors and part of the floor for sound insulation.

Hi Anurag,
Are you done with this mod? If yes pls share your inputs, although I have already installed a generic reverse camera but I am looking to change it to a more wider camera.

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by mathur2012

Hi Anurag,
Are you done with this mod? If yes pls share your inputs, although I have already installed a generic reverse camera I am looking to change it to a wider camera.

The shipment didn't get delivered so the MOD is pending still.

I'll be sourcing OEM camera + wiring harness once the IRVM is delivered. I am not sure looking at the current situation anything from AliExpress would reach the doorstep (fingers crossed!).