Maruti Eeco

Expert Review by Maxabout

Overview

Maruti Suzuki successfully forayed into the MPV segment with their first launch Omni in 1985, followed by Versa in 2001. Omni was a great success while Versa was not loved as much as Omni, maybe because of its tacky design. After the discontinuation of Versa, Maruti redesigned a low-cost version of Versa and made it available in 5 and 7 seating options. And that’s how the Maruti Eeco was brought into the Indian market in 2010. In 2020, Eeco got a facelift following the BS6 emission norms and various new features were added to it. They made the new facelift version available in two fuel options, namely Petrol and CNG.

Maruti Eeco Design and Style

Maruti redesigned the all-new Eeco with attractive side body graphics in a refreshed look. The sliding door ensures easy ingress and egress for passengers and is a boon when doors can not be opened in congested traffic. Maruti did not focus on the looks that much when first they made Eeco, but the facelift version looks decent in terms of design and style. Maruti offers Eeco with subtle headlamps, small taillights, and improved quality bumpers. However, the tiny tyre sections and rims do not add to its appearance in any shape or form.

Maruti Eeco Engine and Gearbox

2023 Maruti Eeco houses a 1196cc BS6-compliant, 1.2L G12B, 4-cylinder petrol engine. The petrol engine generates a maximum power of 72.4 HP at 6000 rpm and a maximum torque of 98 Nm at 3000 rpm. They mated the 1196cc engine with a 5-speed manual transmission, transferring the power to the rear wheels.

Maruti Eeco Suspension, Brakes and Tyres

The McPherson strut shares the suspension duties in the new Maruti Eeco in the front with a 3-link rigid suspension at the rear. Maruti has installed Eeco with front disc and rear drum brakes, 13-inch wheels with centre wheel cap and tubeless tyre with 155/65 R13 front and rear section.

Interior and Instrument Console of Maruti Eeco

We see Eeco's interior in a dual-tone grey and beige combination with artificial leather upholstery. High seats with large front glass panels provide a supreme front view while traveling or in traffic. Eeco is popular with the taxi fleet thus, the cabin space is large and offers an ample boot space, ideal for tall drivers. They installed it with a contemporary all-digital instrument cluster which displays a speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, trip meter, and multi-trip meter enabling easy readability while driving.

Key Features of Maruti Eeco

2023 Maruti Eeco comprises ABS with EBD, driver airbag, reverse parking sensor system, speed alert system, AC with heater, sliding adjustable driver seat, reclining front seats, multi-trip meter, amber coloured illumination speedometer, digital instrument cluster, both side sun visor, moulded floor carpet, moulded roof lining, new colour seat matching interior colour, assist grip (co-driver and rear), side-impact beams, high mount stop lamp, child lock for sliding doors and windows, fixed pillow headrest second row, seat back pocket (co-driver).

Top Speed and Mileage of Maruti Eeco

The Top speed of the new Maruti Eeco is 130 km/h and the ARAI certified mileage is 16.11 km/l.

Maruti Eeco Colour Options

Maruti has offered new Eeco in 5 different colour options, which are Pearl Midnight Black, Metallic Glistening Grey, Solid White, Cerulean Blue and Metallic Silky Silver.

Maruti Eeco Competitors

Eeco stands tall amongst its rivals, but it will surely witness some serious competition from Tata Venture and Mahindra Maxximo Van.

Conclusion

2023 Maruti Eeco is a simple MPV meant to transport people from one point to another. It is a reasonably comfortable people mover and economical as well. It is a no-frill multi-purpose vehicle with the Maruti brand that is an excellent product that needs the bare basic entry-level MPV. Eeco is quite popular in the taxi fleet and with some added features like passenger airbags and CNG variants, Maruti Eeco could definitely be a decent addition for commercial use.