It was the day for the economical and ecological at the Auto Expo 2010. Country’s largest auto maker Maruti Suzuki launched on Thursday its multi-purpose vehicle, Eeco, at an introductory price between Rs 2.5 lakh and Rs 2.8 lakh. Toyota-Kirloskar Motor unveiled its hybrid car Prius priced between Rs 26.5 lakh and Rs 27.8 lakh (ex-showroom New Delhi).
“Through the launch of Prius, Toyota is keen to demonstrate its commitment to offer the latest eco-friendly automotive technology to its customers in India,” said Sandeep Singh, deputy MD, Toyota.
Eeco, on the other hand has been conceived and designed in house by the Maruti Suzuki engineers specifically for the Indian markets. “Maruti Suzuki engineers have specially developed the Eeco, its new powerful engine and a new transmission system to meet the diverse consumer aspirations that look for a vehicle that fit a large family and at the same time provides flexibility for dual use,”said Shinzo Nakanishi, MD and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India.
Powered by a 1200cc petrol engine, Eeco is compliant with Bharat Stage IV emission norms. The Eeco comes with a flexi design offering 7-seater and 5-seater options. The company will unveil a concept electric version of the Eeco, named Eco Charge.
The third generation Prius with 1.8 litre petrol engine and a battery of 60 kilowatt will have three driving mode — power mode, eco mode and electric vehicle mode (battery). The Prius became the world’s first mass produced hybrid vehicle in 1997. “The Prius today is the world’s most successful hybrid with cumulative sales of nearly 1.5 million. We will continue to popularise environmentally friendly vehicles in India to further our efforts to help save the environment,” Singh said.
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