Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Suzuki Eeco vs BAIC X55 Plus
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Suzuki Eeco
1.2 Passenger Van MT
Petrol
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 219,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 61 kW
🔧 103 Nm
⛽ 16.9 km/l
VS
BAIC X55 Plus
Dynamic
Petrol
7-Speed DCT
Current
ZAR 429,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 138 kW
🔧 305 Nm
⛽ 12.99 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Suzuki Eeco vs BAIC X55 Plus: the short answer
X55 Plus holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Eeco.
Eeco starts ZAR 233,000 cheaper
Eeco from ZAR 196,900 · X55 Plus from ZAR 429,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Eeco61 kW @ 6000 rpm | X55 Plus138 kW |
| Maximum Torque | Eeco103 Nm @ 3000 rpm | X55 Plus305 Nm |
| Engine Size | Eeco1197 cc | X55 Plus1498 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Eeco16.9 km/l | X55 Plus12.99 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Eeco170 mm | X55 PlusNot Officially Disclosed |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: BAIC South Africa official model page and brochure
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Eeco
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
X55 Plus
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Eeco
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
X55 Plus
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2017 | 2024 |
| Generation | Second-generation Eeco on dedicated commercial platform with purpose-built high-roof body; G12B engine consistent across the Eeco's SA lifespan; commercial application specific, not shared with passenger vehicle range | Current upgraded X55 Plus generation for South Africa, mechanically based around BAIC's Magic Core 1.5T engine, DCT380 seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive. |
| Facelift History | Second-generation Eeco in SA since 2017; minor exterior and interior updates in 2021; specification has remained stable — the buyer segment does not require frequent feature updates | The original X55 arrived locally in 2022. BAIC launched the upgraded X55 Plus in August 2024 with revised exterior details, a full-black interior, updated wheel and exhaust treatment, and additional connectivity features. |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2021 | 2024 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | Van | Five-door compact SUV |
| Color Note | Solid White, Metallic Silver | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Mid grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | Compact SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 905 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3675 mm | 4620 mm |
| Width | 1475 mm | 1886 mm |
| Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2350 mm | 2735 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 170 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | 160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 l | 53 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 120 l | 350 l |
| Kerb Weight | 905 kg | 1480 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1280 kg | 1970 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 390 kg | 490 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 4.5 m | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Headroom | 1020 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Headroom | 1000 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Front Legroom | 930 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rear Legroom | 750 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1285 mm | - |
| Rear Track Width | 1285 mm | - |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson independent suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) | Multi-link independent suspension |
| Chassis Type | Monocoque | - |
| Power Steering | Hydraulic Power Assisted Steering | - |
| Steering Column | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Standard | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | Not Available | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic Hydraulic | - |
| Chassis Material | Monocoque | - |
| Front Suspension Type | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | MacPherson independent suspension |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Leaf Spring (Commercial Grade) | Multi-link independent suspension |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Hydraulic | - |
| Suspension | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 1750 mm | - |
| Load Bed Width | 1250 mm | - |
| Climate Control | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Power Windows | Front Windows Only | Standard |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Standard |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | Not Available | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 800 l | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 800 l | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | Standard | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | Manual Fold | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | Not Available | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | Not Available | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | 1 x 12V Socket | - |
| Speed Limiter | Not Available | - |
| AC Type | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | Not Available | - |
| Climate Zones | Manual Air Conditioning | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | Front Windows Only | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Not Available | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Warranty | 2 Years | - |
| Front Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Front Power Outlet | 1 x 12V Socket | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 5.9 | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | Driver Door Pocket Only | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | - |
| Power Mirrors | Front Windows Only | - |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear Defogger | Standard | - |
| Rear Seat Split | Third Row Fold Flat | - |
| Rear Wing | Not Available | - |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade) | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Front Seats | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size Spare | Space-saver spare wheel |
| Speed Alert System | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Standard | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | Not Available | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Voice Command | Not Available | - |
| Voice Command Support | Not Available | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 17.0 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Manual Air Conditioning | Air conditioning |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | Not Available | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) | - |
| Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Difflock | Not Available | - |
| Digital Speedometer | Basic Analogue Gauges | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | Manual Fold | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | Not Available | - |
| Front Wipers Type | Not Available | - |
| Glove Box | Driver Door Pocket Only | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Not Available | - |
| Lift Gate | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 1750 mm | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1250 mm | - |
| Manual Aircon | Manual Air Conditioning | - |
| Mirror | Manual Fold Flat Mirrors | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Not Available | - |
| Power Socket 12v | 1 x 12V Socket | - |
| Powered Tailgate | Not Available | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | Rear Roof-Mounted AC Vents | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | Not Available | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Manual Central Locking | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Manual Fold Flat Mirrors | - |
| Rim Size | 13 Inches | 18-inch |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not Available | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Standard | - |
| Sonar | Not Available | - |
| Sound System | 2 | 4 |
| Source Model Column | eeco | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Standard | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | Not Available | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Sub Frame | Monocoque | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Not Available | Standard |
| Trim Level | mid | - |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Standard |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | - |
| Vdc | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Not Available | - |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine |
| Engine Code | G12B | A156T2H |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1197 cc | 1498 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 8 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 68.5 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 81.3 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 61 kW @ 6000 rpm | 138 kW |
| Maximum Torque | 103 Nm @ 3000 rpm | 305 Nm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual | 7-Speed DCT |
| Top Speed | 130 km/h | 200 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 17.0 sec | 7.7 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Eco, Sport, Comfort, Smart |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 67.4 kW/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.8 Nm/tonne | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Transverse Front-Mounted | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | 7DCT |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front Wheel Drive | FWD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.529:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 3.2 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 7 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed dual-clutch transmission |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gear Shift Type | 5-Speed Manual | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Front-wheel drive |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | Dual-clutch |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | FWD | Front-wheel drive |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 7 |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 12.99 km/l |
| City Mileage | 14.7 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Highway Mileage | 20.0 km/l | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 l | 53 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | Euro VI |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Real-world Mileage | 16.9 km/l | 12.99 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 35 | 53 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 2 | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Traction Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Available | Standard |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | Not Available | - |
| Central Locking | Manual Central Locking | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Front Seats | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | Not Available | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not Available | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | Not Independently Rated — Commercial Vehicle | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Basic Head Restraints | - |
| Lane Change Warning | Not Available | - |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Standard |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | 2 | Standard |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | 2 | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front Seats | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats | Standard |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | Standard |
| Stability Control | Not Available | Standard |
| TCS | Not Available | Standard |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | - |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Not Available | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 2 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 2 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Parking Sensors | Not Available | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Standard |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Auto Lights | Not Available | - |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Available | Standard |
| Reverse Camera | Not Available | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front Camera | Not Available | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Not Available | - |
| Parking Sensor | Not Available | - |
| Pre-Collision System | Not Available | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Not Available | - |
| Rear View Camera | Not Available | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | Not Available | - |
| Reversing Camera | Not Available | - |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | Not Available |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade) | Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver | - |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Steering Type | Hydraulic Power Assisted Steering | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt Adjustable | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Available |
| Folding Rear Seats | Third Row Fold Flat | - |
| Front Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Rear Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1200 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1180 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | Rear Roof-Mounted AC Vents | - |
| Rear USB Ports | 0 | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Basic Analogue Gauges | - |
| Interior Colour Options | 1 | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not Available | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Driver Door Pocket Only | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Third Row Fold Flat | Standard |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual 4-Way Driver | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver | 6-way manual |
| Fabric Seats | Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade) | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver | 6-way manual |
| Armrest Front | Not Available | - |
| Armrest Rear | Not Available | - |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 800 | - |
| Driver Seat | Manual 4-Way Driver | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial two-seat cab, vinyl floor covering, manual air-conditioning, analogue instrument cluster, AM/FM radio, power steering, high-roof cargo area with approximately 1.9m internal height | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | 1 | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade) | - |
| Interior Colours | 1 | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | Not Available | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | Not Available | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Front Seats | - |
| Seat Fold Type | Third Row Fold Flat | - |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl (Wipe-Clean Commercial Grade) | Leather |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision | BAIC DA head unit with radio, Bluetooth and smartphone connection |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Standard |
| Android Auto | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Available | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | 4 |
| Navigation System | Not Available | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Applicable | 10.25-inch LCD instrument screen |
| USB Ports | 0 | Front USB, rear USB and Type-C charging |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| FM Radio | AM/FM Radio Ready | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not Available | - |
| Voice Recognition | Not Available | - |
| AUX Input | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision | 10.1-inch central touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not Available | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Display | No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision | - |
| Rear Usb | 0 | - |
| Audio | AM/FM Radio Ready | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | 4 |
| Audio System | AM/FM Radio Ready | - |
| Display Audio | No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | - |
| Infotainment Screen | No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision | 10.1-inch central touchscreen |
| Multi Information Display | Basic Analogue Gauges | - |
| Connected Services | Not Available | - |
| Voice Control | Not Available | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Not Available | - |
| Radio | AM/FM Radio Ready | - |
| Touchscreen | No Infotainment — Basic Radio Provision | 10.1-inch central touchscreen |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | Not Available | - |
| Body Cladding | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 3 | Electric Yellow, Metallic Grey, Scarlet Red, Krypton Grey, Polar White, Turquoise Blue |
| Roof Type | Standard Fixed Roof | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual Fold Flat Mirrors | - |
| Rear Wiper | Not Available | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Black Door Handles | - |
| Body Type | Van | - |
| DRL | Not Available | Standard |
| Fog Lights | Not Available | - |
| Front Fog Lights | Not Available | - |
| Led Headlights | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Auto Headlights | Not Available | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | Not Available | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Available | Standard |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Not Available | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 2 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Black Door Handles | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | Front Windows Only | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | Manual Fold | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Standard |
| Headlamp Levelling | Halogen Headlamps | - |
| Headlamps | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Headlight Type | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Headlights | Halogen Headlamps | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Slide | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 22 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle | 30 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Wading Depth | 0 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Underbody Protection | Not Available | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 0 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | 1 Rear Tow Hook | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | 0 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 22 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | 0 deg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Departure Angle Deg | 30 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 170 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 170 mm | - |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Wading Depth Mm | 0 mm | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 155 R13 C | 225/60 R18 |
| Wheel Type | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | - |
| Front Brake Type | Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Solid disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size Spare | Space-saver spare wheel |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 214 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 180 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 91 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | Q | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 13 Inches | 18-inch |
| Brake Type Front | Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size Spare | Space-saver spare wheel |
| Tyre Type | 155 R13 C | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 13 Inches | 18-inch |
| Auto Brake Hold | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Not Available | - |
| Brakes | Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Conventional Handbrake | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Electric parking brake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full Size Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Not Available | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Not Available | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | Not Available | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Not Available | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Standard |
| Wheel Material | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 13 Inches | - |
| Wheels | Steel Wheels with Hub Caps | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 12 Months | - |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R1,500–R2,000 per Service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 12 Months | - |
| Maintenance Plan | Not Included | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3.5 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10,000 km or 6 Months | - |
| First Service At | 1,000 km Inspection | - |
| Service Plan Duration | Not Included | 5 Years / 60 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | Not Included | 5 Years / 60 000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Rust Protection | - |
| Service Plan | Not Included | 5 Years / 60 000 km |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 12 Months | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 5 Years / 150 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 5 Years / 150 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 5 Years / 150 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Warranty | 5 | 5 Years / 150 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 135 g/km | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Start Stop System | Not Available | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Noise Level | 72 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | Not Available | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | 93 RON Unleaded | - |
| Particulate Filter | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| Green NCAP Rating | Not Rated — Commercial Vehicle | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | Within Euro 5 Limits | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 135 | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 4.5 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 6.0 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 0 | - |
| Spec | Eeco | X55 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Mid | Private buyer ownership with BAIC South Africa warranty and service support |
| Price Zar | 219900 ZAR | 429900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Current ex-showroom price |
| Starting Price | 219900 | 429900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 219900 | 429900 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Eeco and X55 Plus comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Eeco 24 vs X55 Plus 62.
Efficiency index: Eeco 65 vs X55 Plus 53.
Safety-equipment index: Eeco 36 vs X55 Plus 88.
Practicality index: Eeco 54 vs X55 Plus 55.
Ownership-cover index: Eeco 60 vs X55 Plus not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
X55 Plus leads by 19 points
X55 Plus holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over Eeco.
Evidence leader
65
/100
Lead
19
points
Data
68%
source coverage
65
#1
Evidence leader
X55 Plus
68% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Safety 88
Check
Efficiency 53
Performance
62
Efficiency
53
Safety
88
Practicality
55
Leads by 19 points
46
#2
Eeco
85% source coverage
0 strong categories
Best at
Efficiency 65
Check
Performance 24
Performance
24
Efficiency
65
Safety
36
Practicality
54
Ownership
60
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
X55 Plus +38
Efficiency
Eeco +12
Safety
X55 Plus +52
Practicality
X55 Plus +1
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
X55 Plus
Performance
62/100
Efficiency
53/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
55/100
Eeco
Performance
24/100
Efficiency
65/100
Safety
36/100
Practicality
54/100
Ownership
60/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
BAIC X55 Plus
leads the specification evidence index with 65 pts
vs 46 pts for Eeco
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, X55 Plus leads. However, Eeco may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Eeco vs X55 Plus questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.