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Maruti Suzuki Eeco Sees Daylight in New Delhi

Indian manufacturer Maruti Suzuki released at the Auto Expo 2010 in New Delhi one of its latest contraptions, the Eeco family car that will take Versa's place. Specifically designed for India, the five-door vehicle is offered in either 7-seat or 5-seat configuration. It is powered by a 1.2-liter engine that develops 73 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 101 Nm of torque at 3,000 rpm.

“Eeco performs the twin objectives of being a spacious family car and a dependable vehicle to run businesses. Maruti Suzuki engineers have especially developed the Eeco, its new powerful engine, and a new transmission system to meet the diverse consumer aspirations that look for a vehicle that fits a large family and at the same time provides flexibility for dual use. Towards this objective, Eeco will be a new powerful attraction,"
Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki said in a statement.

Just as we said, the car has been specially designed for India and Maruti says the developing process took around two years, including safety, stability and engine tests. In order to better suit the local climate, the manufacturer is also offering air conditioning as standard, Maruti Suzuki said in a press release.

"Maruti Suzuki is spearheading the adoption of more stringent BSIV norms and Eeco is the fourth model to meet these norms well ahead of the April 2010 deadline."

The car will be offered in six colors, Metallic Glistening Grey, Metallic Silky Silver, Metallic Midnight Black, Metallic Blue Blaze, Bright Red and Superior White.
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