Maruti Suzuki Jimny : The Maruti Suzuki Jimny has made a space for itself on the Indian automobile scene as a small size SUV for enthusiasts.
The Jimny is small and light, as small and light as SUVs go, suiting urban life if you’re not exactly country-oriented, and genuinely capable when the going gets a bit mud.
Far smaller and more affordable than any 4×4 you’ve ever found on a used car lot, the Jimny’s the one that feels the most like SUVs used to be like, back in the misty past, before they all became big and expensive.
Introduced as a five-door model for India, the Jimny is eye-catching with its no-nonsense correctness, upright styling and serious off-road kit and equipment — an affordable ticket to weekend adventure.
Boxy But Still Box Which Is A Good Thing
The Jimny’s iconic boxy style still leaves a nod to the heritage of the little off-roader. This angular upright look, circular headlamps, clamshell bonnet and flared wheel arches is what gives it its tough stance.
Maruti has thrown in some modern touches too, such as LED headlights, gunmetal alloy wheels and a compact rear tailgate-mounted spare wheel, which do make it look like a proper mini SUV.
Small in stature, it makes its presence known on the road, particularly to enthusiasts who favor retro design cues.
Serious 4×4 Built for Adventurism
In a world of soft-roaders, that means that, uniquely, the Jimny has a ladder-frame chassis and proper 4×4 underpinnings (AllGrip Pro with a low-range transfer case).
This arrangement enables it to confidently go on rough terrains, inclines, muddy and rocky roads.
The end is extremely close to the back of the car and all that ground clearance (210 mm) ensures a good approach and departure angle which you’ll need on rocky inclines.
If you’re navigating a jungle track or a rutted village lane, the Jimny is a very long way from losing its grip or its stably.
Savvy Urban Manners for Real World Use
The Jimny is no city slicker but it doesn’t feel totally boneheaded in an urban setting either. It is shorter than 4 meters, so it fits in tighter parking lots.
Its vague steering and great visibility from its lofty driving position further enhance its everyday usability.
The 1.5-litre K15B petrol mill churns put about 104.8 PS of power and 134.2 Nm of torque with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The engine isn’t the quickest, but delivers power in a linear manner and is decently refined for city and rough use alike.
Tough Make-Up with Smart Features
The Jimny has been thought out inside for sturdiness and serviceability. The cabin design is simple and functional with hard-plastics that are easy to wipe down.
You sit high and have a good view out the front, with the back seats more usable with this five-door model compared to the cramped three-door.
Important features on the inside include 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, climate control, steering-mounted controls and power windows.
The Jimny doesn’t feel luxurious, but it’s very well provisioned for its use.
Ready to tackle any terrain and pay load
The Jimny employs 3-link rigid axle suspension with coil springs both front and rear.
This is one of the reasons this system is so flexible, and allows you to traverse obstacles and uneven surfaces much better than a suspension in which one wheel is forced to follow the movement of the other wheel.
This means that along with a sturdy chassis, it inspires a great deal of confidence when going off-road.
Additionally, being light-weight likewise means the Fit is less likely to get high-centered than a heavy SUV. In snow, sand or slush, the Jimny has the poise to plow through just about everything.
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Pros
– Real 4×4 system with low-range gearbox, something few competitors offer at this priceleground
– Distinctive, boxy design that screams iconic and suggests purpose
– Lightweight and compact, great for city and trails
High ground clearance, strong approach and departure angles
– Reliable and easy to maintain gasoline engine
Cons
– Modest power, not for highway racing
– Interior is somewhat basic, not especially luxurious given the price
– Rear seat room is fair, particularly for people of the tall variety
– Only the automatic version gets 4-speed gear box
– No diesel choice which some buyers might want for torque
Maruti Suzuki Jimny Final Verdict
The Maruti Suzuki Jimny is not an everyday urban SUV. Designed for those who are adventure- driven and the weekend warrior.
It doesn’t matter, since with the Jimny, Suzuki has proven that off-road performance does indeed come in small packages as it is, with its diminutive dimensions, robust 4×4 system and proven mechanicals a true off-roader that will play friendly with the city that bounds outdoors.
For someone loking at an affordable off roader that can be used as a daily driver as well but still hit the tough trails, the Jimny may well be the best bet in India’s small SUV class.
It’s practical, dependable, and even makes time for some fun—the perfect hot hatch, if you ask us.