Indian carmaker, Maruti Suzuki has launched its highly anticipated off-roader Jimny at a starting price of Rs. 1,274,000. The Jimny will be available for deliveries starting today across all NEXA showrooms in the country.
The Jimny (5-door) will be available in Zeta and Alpha variants with Automatic and Manual transmission choices.
Jimny boasts a strong body frame built with its upright A-pillars, and a flat clamshell bonnet offers a commanding view out of the cabin, allowing drivers to conquer challenging terrain. The Jimny with Its LED projector headlamps with washers, ensure visibility remains uncompromised in the toughest of conditions. The optimized bumpers with angled edges enhance wheel clearance for agile manoeuvring and the protective black textured sections safeguard against damage.
Interiors
The dashboard and centre console have been designed to maximise the driver’s awareness of the angle of the car on undulated surfaces. It offers a large boot space with a wide rear opening, making the loading and unloading of your luggage easy.
Built on the 4 essentials of an off-road machine - ample body angles, 3-link rigid axle suspension, ladder frame chassis, and ALLGRIP PRO (4WD), the Jimny instils unshakeable confidence in the driver. The ALLGRIP PRO (4WD) with low-range transfer gear (4L mode) offers extreme off-road ability. It enables seamless shifting from 2H two-wheel drive to 4H four-wheel drive on-the-fly.
Engine
Beneath the hood, the Jimny boasts of a proven 1.5L K-series engine with Idle Start-Stop technology With 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission options. It offers fuel efficiency of 16.94km/l for 5-speed MT and 16.39km/l for 4-speed AT.
Jimny offers a 22.86 cm (9”) SmartPlay Pro+ display that offers wireless connectivity with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The high-definition display and premium sound acoustic tuning through "Surround Sense" powered by "ARKAMYS" further enhance the journey.
Safety
All Jimny variants come with the standard features of 6 airbags, an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist function, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Brake Limited Slip Differential, Hill Hold Control, Hill Descent Control, Side-Impact Door Beams, 3-point Emergency Locking Retractor Seatbelts, ISOFIX Child Seat Anchorages, Seatbelt Pretensioner, and Rear View Camera. Built on Suzuki’s Total Effective Control Technology (TECT) platform, Jimny aims to provide superior safety performance.
Body Colour Options
The Jimny offers a range of seven colour options, including five monotone shades and two dual-tone options.
Jimny (5-door) Technical Specifications | |||
Length (mm) (spare wheel with cover) | 3985 | Engine | 1.5L K-series engine with Idle Start Stop |
Width (mm) | 1645 | Max Power | 77.1kW@6000rpm (104.8Ps@6000 rpm) |
Height (mm) | 1720 | Max Torque | 134.2Nm@4000rpm |
Wheelbase (mm) | 2590 | Transmission | 5MT/4AT |
Fuel-efficiency | 5-speed MT (16.94km/l); 4-speed AT (16.39km/l) | ||
Off-road specs | Approach angle: 36° | ||
Ramp breakover angle: 24° | |||
Departure angle: 47° | |||
Ground Clearance (Unladen): 210mm |
Accessories
The two accessory packages - Summit Seeker collection and Adventure Lifestyle collection are designed to make a striking statement and enhance off-roading adventures. The Summit Seeker collection includes features such as front skid plates, fender garnish, illuminated door sill guards, an interior styling kit, and more. The Adventure Lifestyle collection is tailored to complement Jimny’s offbeat experiences. From premium expedition tents and weather-resistant sleeping bags to portable chairs, multipurpose knife and umbrellas, these accessories are meticulously designed to align with Jimny’s adventurous spirit. The trademark RHINO logo associated with the Jimny symbolises rugged strength and dynamic power.
Price
Jimny (5-door) Price (Ex-showroom in Rs.) | |||
Variant | Price (INR) | Variant | Price (INR) |
Zeta MT | 1,274,000 | Zeta AT | 1,394,000 |
Alpha MT | 1,369,000 | Alpha AT | 1,489,000 |
Alpha MT (Dual Tone) | 1,385,000 | Alpha AT (Dual Tone) | 1,505,000 |
This off-road marvel can also be owned via Maruti Suzuki Subscribe - an all-inclusive monthly subscription fee starting from Rs. 33,550.
Announcing the prices of the Jimny, Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO of Maruti Suzuki India, said, “With its timeless design and exceptional off-road capabilities powered by Suzuki's ALLGRIP PRO (4WD) technology, the Jimny has been breaking stereotypes for over 5 decades since its global debut in 1970. The launch of Jimny (5-door) marks an exhilarating milestone in our SUV portfolio and will play an important role in our goal of becoming the country’s largest SUV maker.”
India will serve as the mother plant for the Jimny (5-door) and is the first market for its launch.