5 Lakhs Budget 7 Seater Car Silently Took The Sales Crown. 26 KLPL Mileage Made Everyone Fall in Love For Family Traveling.

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd., the country’s leading automaker, has once again emerged as the number one car seller in India, regaining its top position with impressive May 2025 sales numbers. The company sold a total of 180,077 vehicles in May 2025, marking a 3% year-on-year growth compared to 174,551 units sold in May 2024.

Affordable Eco Van Steers Strong Performance

India’s most budget-friendly 7-seater sees highest monthly sales in seven months

At the center of this success is the Maruti Eco, a versatile utility van that continues to dominate the budget MPV segment. In May 2025, 12,327 units of the Eco were sold, a significant rise from 10,960 units in May 2024. With configurations of 5-, 6-, and 7-seaters, the Eco remains popular among commercial and family buyers alike. Starting at ₹5.70 lakh (ex-showroom), it is India’s most affordable 7-seater vehicle.

Seven-Month Sales Trend Shows Consistent Growth

Eco records steady demand with a sharp spike in May 2025

Here’s a month-wise breakdown of Eco’s sales over the past seven months:

This is the highest monthly performance for the Eco since November 2024.

Eco’s Engine and Mileage Make It a Practical Choice

Powered by 1.2L K-Series engine, delivering over 26 km/kg mileage in CNG variant

The Maruti Eco is equipped with a K-Series 1.2-litre engine. On petrol, it delivers 80.76 PS power and 104.5 Nm torque; on CNG, output is slightly reduced to 71.65 PS and 95 Nm.

Mileage (claimed figures):

• Petrol (Tour variant): 20.2 km/l

• CNG (Tour variant): 27.05 km/kg

• Petrol (Passenger): 19.7 km/l

• CNG (Passenger): 26.78 km/kg

Enhanced Features and Safety Upgrades for the New Eco

Now with digital cluster, rotary AC controls, and 11 advanced safety features

The latest Eco variant is loaded with new features including:

• Digital instrument cluster

• Steering wheel from S-Presso/Celerio

• Rotary-style AC controls

Safety remains a priority with 11 features, including:

• Reverse parking sensors

• ABS with EBD

• Engine immobilizer

• Child locks

• Seatbelt reminders

• Up to 6 airbags