
The affordable compact MPV segment will see the entry of new players from Maruti Suzuki, Toyota and Nissan
MPVs are the way to go for family-oriented buyers as they offer the perfect combination of space, practicality and comfort for all the passengers. The Renault Triber is currently the only affordable option in the compact MPV segment in the Indian market and it manages to sell in decent numbers.
Maruti Suzuki is preparing to debut in this market space with a new product codenamed YDB along with its Toyota counterpart. Meanwhile, Nissan will also introduce a Renault Triber-based compact MPV. So, let’s look at the details of the 3 upcoming affordable compact MPVs launching in India.
1. Maruti Suzuki YDB Compact MPV
Expected to debut in the Indian market by 2026, the new compact MPV from Maruti Suzuki will be positioned below the Ertiga. Codenamed YDB, MPV will be based on the Suzuki Spacia sold in the international markets. It will likely measure just under 4 metres in length and the design could be slightly different.
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The new YDB compact MPV will rival the likes of Renault Triber in the domestic market and will likely be sold via the brand’s Nexa dealership chain. Under the hood, expect the MPV to use the 1.2 litre Z series petrol engine that will debut in the new-gen Swift.
2. Toyota YDB-Based Compact MPV

Similar to other Maruti Suzuki cars like Baleno, Fronx and Ertiga, the upcoming YDB compact MPV will also spawn a Toyota counterpart. It will be launched soon after the debut of the Maruti’s MPV. The badge-engineered model will be based on the same underpinnings and powered by the familiar 1.2 litre Z Series petrol engine. However, we can expect some minor changes in the design department. The Toyota compact MPV will measure less than 4 metres in length.
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3. Nissan Triber-based MPV
Collaborating with Renault, the Japanese carmaker is set to introduce a new MPV to its portfolio. As per the reports, the compact MPV will be based on the upcoming new-gen Renault Triber and measure just below 4 metres in length. We expect Nissan to make significant changes to the package to differentiate it from its Renault counterpart. In terms of pricing, it will likely be positioned at par with the Triber and will use the same powertrain as well as underpinnings.