Maruti Eeco

Maruti Eeco

Manufacturer	Maruti Suzuki
Production	January 2010–present
Predecessor	Maruti Versa
Class	Van
Body style(s)	Microvan
Engine(s)	1200 cc I4 engine
Transmission(s)	5-speed manual
Wheelbase	2,350 mm (92.5 in)
Length	3,675 mm (144.7 in)
Width	1,475 mm (58.1 in)
Height	1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Kerb weight	908 kg (2,002 lb)
Related	Maruti Versa Maruti WagonR

The Maruti Eeco was introduced in India by Maruti Suzuki during 2010. This car is essentially an updated Versa, this is an urgent refresh in lines with Maruti Suzuki not being able to come up with a new minivan. EECO comes with 5-seater and 7-seater options. EECO is equipped with advanced Engine Management System for optimizing fuel efficiency and performance. It is branded by the manufacturer as a perfect car for every occasion-a business trip or a picnic with the loved ones. A new minivan from Maruti Suzuki is expected in 2011 to replace the Eeco/Versa and (possibly) the ageing Omni.

Design and trim options

EECO boasts of luxury features like AC, digital trip meter, integrated head rests in front row and tubeless radial tires.

Noteworthy feature is the Diagonal Shift Assistance for smoother diagonal gear movements [rather than the earlier rigid straight line gear shifting].

EECO trims are as follows:

• 5-seater, standard
• 5-seater, AC
• 7-seater, Standard

Maruti Suzuki Eeco Green Maruti Suzuki has also introduced EECO Green Range. It is equipped with Maruti Suzuki’s advanced i-GPI technology. It runs on nature’s ECO Fuel-CNG. It is claimed to be safer, more efficient and cuts down one's fuel costs. It is available in 5 Seater AC and Standard variants, it is equipped with futuristic Intelligent Gas Port Injection (i-GPI) Technology. It also comes with a Maruti Suzuki warranty, ensuring complete peace of mind. It is positioned as Eco-friendly car.

Specifications

EECO is powered by BharathStage IV compliant engine.

Parameter	Specification
Fuel:	Petrol
Engine type:	Aluminium
Fuel distribution:	Multipoint Injection
Power:	73 bhp (54 kW/74 PS) @ 6000 rpm
Displacement:	1196 cc
Layout:	4-cylinder in-line
Max. Torque:	101 N·m (74 ft·lbf) @ 3000 rpm
Valve train:	16 valves / 4 per cylinder
Transmission:	Manual-5-speed
Front Suspension:	McPherson strut
Rear Suspension:	3 Link Rigid
Front Brakes :	Ventilated disc
Rear Breakes :	Drum
Tyres:	155 R-13 LT
Tyre type:	Tubeless
Boot space:	540 L [5-seater]