{{about|the Indian microvan|the Early Eocene Climatic Optimum (EECO)|Paleocene–Eocene Thermal Maximum#Timing of carbon addition and warming}} {{More citations needed|date=November 2018}} {{Use dmy dates|date=January 2024}} {{Infobox automobile | name = Suzuki Eeco | image = White Maruti Eeco 01.jpg | manufacturer = Suzuki | aka = {{ubl | Suzuki Versa (India, 2001–2009) | Suzuki Every Plus / Landy | Suzuki Carry 1.3 | Suzuki E-RV (Malaysia) | Suzuki Mastervan (Chile) | Ford Pronto P-RZ (Taiwan) }} | production = {{ubl|2001–2009 (Versa)|2010–present (Eeco)}} | assembly = India: Gurgaon (Maruti Suzuki) | designer = | class = Microvan | body_style = 4-door minivan | layout = Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive | platform = | related = Suzuki Every Plus | engine = {{ubl|1196cc ''G12B'' I4|1197cc ''K12N'' I4|1298cc ''G13BB'' I4}} | transmission = 5-speed manual | wheelbase = {{convert|2350|mm|1|abbr=on}} | length = {{convert|3675|mm|1|abbr=on}} | width = {{convert|1475|mm|1|abbr=on}} | height = {{ubl|{{convert|1800-1825|mm|1|abbr=on}} (Eeco)|{{convert|1905|mm|1|abbr=on}} (Versa)}} | weight = {{ubl|{{convert|908-935|kg|0|abbr=on}} (Eeco)|{{convert|930-985|kg|0|abbr=on}} (Versa)}} | predecessor = Maruti Omni | successor = | sp = }}

The '''Suzuki Eeco''' (upgraded version of '''Suzuki Versa''') is a microvan produced by Suzuki through its Indian subsidiary Maruti Suzuki since 2010. It is a stripped down version of the discontinued Versa which itself was the Indian version of the Suzuki Every Plus / Landy, which is an extended version of the tenth generation Carry van. It is also the entry-level replacement for the Omni, discontinued in 2019 after Suzuki was unable to redesign the Omni to meet India's safety standards.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Nagaraj|first=Rahul|date=2019-04-09|title=Maruti Discontinues Production Of Omni — To Be Replaced By Eeco|url=https://www.drivespark.com/four-wheelers/2019/maruti-omni-discontinued-production-stopped-sales-end-028047.html|access-date=2021-02-26|website=www.drivespark.com|language=en}}</ref>

Since 2022, the Eeco has been exported to markets such as the Middle East.<ref>{{Cite web |last=www.ETAuto.com |title=After 11 years, India's bestselling van gets a makeover - ET Auto |url=https://auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/passenger-vehicle/uv/after-11-years-indias-bestselling-van-gets-a-makeover/91840655 |access-date=2023-06-24 |website=ETAuto.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Maruti Suzuki Eeco To Be Discontinued Soon; Will Get Replaced With New Eeco By 2022 Diwali |url=https://www.91wheels.com/news/maruti-suzuki-eeco-to-be-discontinued-soon-with-new-eeco-by-2022-diwali |access-date=2023-06-24 |website=91Wheels |language=en}}</ref>

==Overview== ===Versa=== Originally, the van was launched as Versa in 2001 and based on the Every Plus / Carry 1.3. The van was powered by the same 1298cc G13BB engine that also seen in the original model or the familiar Esteem. The engine puts out {{convert|83|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}} and paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. It was offered in there trim levels; STD, DX and DX2. The van was later discontinued in late 2009.

===Eeco=== thumb|left|Rear view of Maruti Suzuki Eeco Maruti Suzuki relaunched the Versa as Eeco in January 2010.<ref>{{cite press release|url=https://www.marutisuzuki.com/corporate/media/press-releases/2010/january/maruti-suzuki-launches-eeco|title=Maruti Suzuki launches Eeco|date=7 January 2010|publisher=Maruti Suzuki}}</ref> The van was revised with downgrading some Versa's features and visual such as the dual blower air conditioning and colored bumpers, although the headlights were updated with more modern style. The G13BB engine was also downsized by reducing the displacement to 1196cc (G12B), the engine produced {{convert|73|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}. The 5-speed gearbox was also carried over from Versa. Unlike the Versa, factory fitted CNG was available for this engine, marketed as ''Intelligent Gas Port Injection (i-GPI)'' and later as ''S-CNG''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.carblogindia.com/maruti-cng-cars-launched-price-in-india/|title=Maruti Launched 5 CNG Cars – Price of Alto CNG, Estilo CNG, Wagon R CNG, EECO CNG And SX4 CNG|author=Rohit Khurana|date=13 August 2010|publisher=Car Blog India}}</ref>

In March 2019, the Eeco received major safety features such as driver side airbag, ABS, seat belt reminder system, speed alert and reverse parking sensors as standard across the range.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cartoq.com/maruti-eeco-safety-features/amp/|title=Maruti Eeco gets ABS, airbag & other safety features: Omni OUT!|date=20 March 2019|publisher=CarToq}}</ref>

In November 2022, the Eeco received few upgrades such as a new engine, which is a 1.2-litre ''K12N Dualjet'' petrol engine, which produces {{convert|81|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}, an increase of {{convert|8|PS|kW hp|0|abbr=on}}, and a claimed 25–29% higher fuel efficiency. It also received a digital speedometer from the S-Presso, engine immobiliser, new steering wheel design and steering column, rotary dials for the AC knob, cabin air-filter for the AC, illuminated hazard switch, and dual airbags. The Eeco also started being exported to the Middle East.<ref>{{Cite web |title=2022 Maruti Eeco Launched With Updated Engine And More Features {{!}} CarDekho.com |url=https://www.cardekho.com/india-car-news/2022-maruti-eeco-gets-a-more-powerful-engine-feature-updates-29994.htm |access-date=2023-06-24 |website=CarDekho |language=en}}</ref>

== Safety == The Eeco for India with no airbags nor ABS received 0 stars for adult occupants and 2 stars for toddlers from Global NCAP 1.0 in 2016 (similar to Latin NCAP 2013).

{{Global NCAP |year=2016 |region=India |description=Maruti Suzuki Eeco – No Airbags |reference_code=Maruti-Suzuki-Eeco-NO-Airbags.pdf |adult_stars=0 |adult_points=1.13 |child_stars=2 |child_points=24.20 }}

In South Africa the Eeco is sold as standard with ABS and dual SRS airbags.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Eeco Features & Specs {{!}} Suzuki Auto |url=https://www.suzukiauto.co.za/cars/eeco/specs#features |access-date=2024-11-14 |website=www.suzukiauto.co.za |language=en-za}}</ref>

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