Maruti has been able to achieve record sales milestones in all the segments of the Indian market that it caters but this commercial van segment is where it holds a lion-share.
Maruti Suzuki has been able to sell 10 Eeco vans every hour for the past 10 years. Eeco is a multiple-purpose vehicle from Maruti Suzuki that can be used as a cargo vehicle, a passenger carrier, a delivery van or for private use. Its wide-scale applications, affordable prices, fuel-efficient powertrains and the option of a low running cost CNG engine are some of the reasons why it has been able to capture over 94% market share in India. Starting 2010, Maruti Eeco has achieved an incredible sales milestone of 10 lakh (1 million) units.
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10 Maruti Eeco Vans Sold Every Hour Since 2010
Maruti has cracked the mindset of the Indian customers which is why it has been the most successful carmaker in the country in terms of sales and market share. Its products are attractively priced, low maintenance, low running cost, and highly fuel efficient and the customers get the benefit of a dense service network spread in all corners of the country. When it comes to the commercial van category, there are really no direct competitors which is what explains the 94% market share.
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Additionally, there are tons of different ways how customers can use Eeco. This ranges from a 5-seater, a 7-seater, Cargo, Tour, Ambulance and more. One can choose from 13 different variants on offer. That is why people love the Eeco since it can get incorporated into their daily lives in any role they need. It has features like a cabin air filter (in AC trims), 11+ safety features like an engine immobiliser, illumination hazard switch, dual airbags, ABS with EBD and more.
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Specs
In terms of engine specifications, one gets to choose between a petrol and a CNG powertrain. It comes powered by a 1.2-litre Advanced K-Series Dual Jet Dual VVT engine that makes a healthy 59.4 kW (80.76 PS). In the CNG guise, this engine is able to churn out a decent 52.7 kW (71.65 PS) of peak power. The mileage with the petrol engine is 20.20 km/l and with the CNG, it is 27.05 km/kg. The prices of the Eeco range from Rs 5.25 lakh to Rs 6.51 lakh, ex-showroom.
