Maruti Suzuki India Limited issued a regulatory filing to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited, enclosing a press release dated 02 September 2026. The disclosure was signed by Sanjeev Grover, Executive Officer & Company Secretary.
The press release announces that the company's Eeco model has achieved cumulative sales of 15 lakh (1.5 million) units in India. The vehicle was launched in January 2010 and is specifically designed for the Indian market.
The sales growth has accelerated over time:
- The first 5 lakh sales took eight years to achieve.
- The next 5 lakh sales were achieved in under five years.
- The most recent 5 lakh sales were achieved in approximately three-and-a-half years, representing the fastest growth milestone in the model's history.
To commemorate this milestone, the company has introduced a special Eeco Star Edition. This edition features 18 exclusive exterior and interior accessories designed to enhance both aesthetics and the in-cabin experience. The edition also includes body-coloured bumpers for a more refined appearance.
Customer demographics and sales trends for FY 2025-26 were disclosed:
- 65% of Eeco sales came from rural markets.
- 55% of customers are first-time buyers.
- Over 51% of customers are business owners.
The Eeco portfolio consists of 13 variants across multiple configurations:
- 5-seater and 6-seater passenger versions
- Tour V model
- Ambulance model
- Cargo model
- Available with petrol and S-CNG powertrains
Product specifications highlighted include:
- Standard 6 airbags across all variants
- Standard Electronic Stability Program (ESP®)
- Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Powered by a 1.2L Advanced K-Series Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine
- Fuel efficiency of 19.71 km/l for petrol variant (as certified under CMVR rules)
- Fuel efficiency of 26.78 km/kg for S-CNG variant (as certified under CMVR rules)
A significant shift in powertrain preference was noted:
- S-CNG share of Eeco sales increased from 12% in FY 2019-20 to 48% in FY 2025-26.
Additional standard safety features include reverse parking sensors, 3-point ELR seatbelts for all seats, seatbelt reminders, speed alert system, and side-impact beams. Comfort features include a digital instrument cluster, air conditioning, HVAC controls, dome lamp with battery saver function, and reclining front seats.
The company describes the Eeco as playing multiple roles for customers including family mobility, tourism, cargo movement, entrepreneurial requirements, and essential services.