Maruti Suzuki Eeco
Maruti's simple, boxy van with a 1.2 petrol or factory CNG and seating for five or six. It now has six airbags and stability control as standard. It suits small businesses, large families on a tight budget and anyone who needs maximum space and low running costs more than comfort or features.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- 1197 cc
- Mileage
- 19.71 km/l, 26.78 km/kg CNG
- Six airbags and ESP on every variant
- Five- or six-seat layouts
- CNG claimed at 26.78 km/kg
- Prices from ₹5.28 lakh to ₹6.46 lakh ex-showroom
- Sliding rear doors and a tall, boxy cabin
- Only the 5 Seater AC gets air conditioning
- 5 Seater AC₹5.61 lakh
Take the CNG version at about ₹6.46 lakh if you run it daily: the 26.78 km/kg claim cuts fuel costs sharply. The petrol 5 Seater AC at about ₹5.61 lakh suits lighter use. Either way, AC is worth having in an Indian summer.
- Renault Triber₹5.81 – 9.21 lakh
- Toyota Rumion₹9.79 – 14.21 lakh
- Kia Carens₹11.12 – 12.98 lakh
Maruti Suzuki Eeco specifications
- Mileage (ARAI)19.71 km/l, 26.78 km/kg CNG
- TransmissionManual
- Body typeMPV
- Fuel typePetrol, CNG
- Engine1197 cc
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | 1.2 petrol, 1.2 CNG |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | Manual |
| Power | 80 PS |
| Torque | 105.5 Nm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 19.71 km/l, 26.78 km/kg CNG |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 3675 mm |
| Width | 1475 mm |
| Height | 1825 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2350 mm |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm |
| Boot space | 510 litres |
| Fuel tank | 32 litres |
Maruti Suzuki Eeco variants: price and features
- Base variantEeco
5 Seater STD
₹5.28 lakhOn-road priceKey features- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Rear parking sensors
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- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Rear parking sensors
- Heater
- Digital speedometer
- Eeco
6 Seater STD
₹5.55 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.27 lakh more than 5 Seater STD for- Six seats
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- Six seats
- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Rear parking sensors
- Eeco
5 Seater AC
₹5.61 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.06 lakh more than 6 Seater STD for- Air conditioner
- Cabin air filter
- Seatback pockets
- Top variantEeco
5 Seater AC
₹6.46 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.85 lakh more than 5 Seater AC for- Factory-fitted CNG
- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
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- Factory-fitted CNG
- Air conditioner
- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Rear parking sensors
Our verdict on the Eeco
The Eeco is a tool, not a car you buy for pleasure, and judged that way it does its job. It is cheap to buy, the CNG is very economical, the sliding doors and tall roof make loading easy, and Maruti's service network is everywhere. It is also safer than before, with six airbags and stability control now standard. But it remains basic. Only the five-seat versions get air conditioning, the ride is firm and the cabin is noisy at speed. Its old design means occupants sit close to the front with little crumple space, and airbags do not change that. For a family that will travel long distances on highways, a used compact MPV or a new Maruti Ertiga is far more comfortable and safer in a crash. For a business or for short city runs with a full load, the Eeco CNG is hard to beat on cost.
Good things
- Low purchase price and very low running costs with CNG
- Six airbags and ESP as standard
- Sliding side doors and a tall, flexible cabin
- Maruti's large service network and cheap parts
Could be better
- Air conditioning only on the 5 Seater AC variants; the six-seater has none
- Firm ride and noisy cabin at highway speeds
- Very basic equipment with no touchscreen or power windows
- Old design with little crumple space in front of the occupants
Maruti Suzuki Eeco colours and photos
- Solid White
- Metallic Silky Silver
- Metallic Glistening Grey
- Bluish Black
- Metallic Brisk Blue
Maruti Suzuki Eeco: space and low running costs, little else
The Eeco is Maruti's long-running van, now sold in four passenger versions: 5 Seater STD, 6 Seater STD, 5 Seater AC and 5 Seater AC CNG. All use a 1.2-litre K-series petrol with a 5-speed manual. The CNG version is rated at 26.78 km/kg, and the petrol at 19.71 km/l. Prices run from ₹5.28 lakh to ₹6.46 lakh ex-showroom.
Recent updates made six airbags, ESP and rear parking sensors standard, plus three-point seat belts for the rear passengers. That is a real improvement for a van that used to have very little safety equipment. The rest of the car is basic: manual windows, a simple dashboard, and air conditioning only on the AC variants.
Its strengths are space and cost. The body is 1,825 mm tall with sliding rear doors, so loading people and goods is easy, and running costs on CNG are among the lowest of any passenger vehicle. Think of it as a practical work and utility vehicle that can carry a family, not as a family car. Paint choice is simple too, with five shades.
Which variant should you buy?
The 5 Seater AC. The CNG version suits daily commercial or heavy family use, and the petrol suits occasional use. Choose the 6 Seater STD only if you need the extra seat and can live without AC.
Petrol or CNG?
CNG costs about ₹85,000 more than the petrol 5 Seater AC, but it is rated at 26.78 km/kg against 19.71 km/l. If the van runs every day, the saving on fuel recovers that gap quickly. The CNG tank does eat into the luggage area.
Is it safe enough for a family?
It is safer than it was, with six airbags and ESP as standard. The basic design, with the front occupants sitting over the front wheels, still offers little crush space. For regular highway trips with family, a modern MPV such as the Ertiga is the safer choice.
How does it compare with the Maruti Ertiga?
The Ertiga costs several lakh more but offers seven proper seats, an automatic option, AC for all rows and a far more comfortable ride. The Eeco is for buyers whose budget stops near ₹6.5 lakh or who need a van-like loading space.
Eeco vs rivals
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Eeco₹5.28 – 6.46 lakh | Renault Triber₹5.81 – 9.21 lakh | Toyota Rumion₹9.79 – 14.21 lakh | Kia Carens₹11.12 – 12.98 lakh | Kia Carens Clavis₹11.39 – 21.79 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | MPV | MPV | MPV | MPV | MPV |
| Fuel | Petrol, CNG | Petrol | Petrol, CNG | Petrol, CNG, Diesel | Petrol, CNG, Diesel |
| Engines | 1.2 petrol, 1.2 CNG | 1.0 petrol, 1.0 turbo petrol | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 CNG, 1.5 diesel | 1.5 petrol, 1.5 turbo petrol, 1.5 diesel, 1.5 CNG |
| Power | 80 PS | 72–100 PS | 103 PS | 116 PS | 160 PS |
| Gearbox | Manual | Manual, AMT | Manual, Automatic | Manual | Manual, iMT, DCT, Automatic |
| Mileage | 19.71 km/l, 26.78 km/kg CNG | 17–20 km/l | 20.11–20.51 km/l | 15.4–19.5 km/l | 15.34–19.54 km/l |
| Seats | 5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Boot | 510 litres | 625 litres | 209 litres | 216 litres | 216 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Eeco vs Triber | Eeco vs Rumion | Eeco vs Carens | Eeco vs Carens Clavis |
Maruti Suzuki Eeco mileage
- 1197 cc, PetrolManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 19.71 km/l
- Variants
- 3
- 1197 cc, CNGManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 26.78 km/kg
- Variants
- 1
Maruti Suzuki Eeco on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹5.82 – 7.28 lakh
- Mumbai₹6.20 – 7.35 lakh
- Bengaluru₹6.43 – 7.83 lakh
- Chennai₹6.30 – 7.67 lakh
- Kolkata₹6.14 – 7.47 lakh
- Bhopal₹6.03 – 7.34 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Eeco EMI
₹8,878 a month
On ₹5.28 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹1.06 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹1.10 lakh.
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Maruti Suzuki Eeco FAQ
What is the price of the Maruti Suzuki Eeco in India?
The Maruti Suzuki Eeco costs ₹5.28 to 6.46 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Maruti Suzuki Eeco come with?
The Maruti Suzuki Eeco is sold with petrol and CNG power (1.2 petrol, 1.2 CNG).
What is the mileage of the Maruti Suzuki Eeco?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Maruti Suzuki Eeco is 19.71 km/l, 26.78 km/kg CNG.
How many people can the Maruti Suzuki Eeco seat?
The Maruti Suzuki Eeco is a 5-seater mpv.
What is the length of the Maruti Suzuki Eeco?
The Maruti Suzuki Eeco is 3675 mm long, 1475 mm wide and 1825 mm tall, with a 2350 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Maruti Suzuki Eeco have?
The Maruti Suzuki Eeco has 510 litres of boot space.
Does the Maruti Suzuki Eeco come with an automatic gearbox?
The Maruti Suzuki Eeco is offered with manual gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Maruti Suzuki Eeco?
The Maruti Suzuki Eeco has 160 mm of ground clearance.
Which Maruti Suzuki Eeco variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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