The Maruti Suzuki Jimny is a compact off-road SUV well-regarded for its rugged design, strong build quality, and impressive off-roading capabilities. It combines a retro-inspired boxy exterior with modern features, making it a unique choice in the Indian SUV market.
Tough Modern Edge Exterior
The Maruti Suzuki Jimny sports a boxy silhouette with sharp edges, a high ground clearance, and squared-off wheel arches. Its ladder frame chassis forms the backbone of the vehicle, enhancing rigidity and durability.
The SUV includes short overhangs front and rear, ensuring excellent approach and departure angles that reduce the risk of scraping on obstacles.
The front features round LED projector headlamps housed in circular bezels, complemented by a grille with five vertical slots and a muscular bumper. On the sides, black cladding and side steps contribute to its rugged persona. The Jimny rides on chunky 15-inch alloy wheels paired with chunky tires optimized for traction on loose surfaces.
Imposing and Functional Interior
Maruti Suzuki Jimny offers a balance of comfort and utility through its interior. The design opts for durability and straightforward ergonomics rather than excessive luxury.
Hard-wearing plastics dominate the cabin, complemented by durable fabric upholstery and a simple yet functional layout.
The Suzuki Jimny features seats with firm yet supportive cushions designed for durability and comfort. The seat cushions are made with high-density foam that provides adequate support to reduce fatigue on longer drives and rough terrain.
Infotainment, Climate Control and Push-button Start
The dashboard features a central 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. The instrument cluster includes a combination of analog dials for speedometer and tachometer with a multi-information display providing essential trip and vehicle information.
Seating is comfortable for up to four occupants, though rear legroom is modest due to the compact size. The rear seats are foldable, enabling flexible cargo space options.
Convenience features include automatic climate control, electrically adjustable side mirrors, keyless entry with push-button start, and tilt-adjustable steering.
Practical storage pockets, cup holders, and glove box space enhance usability for both daily commutes and expedition gear.
Engine, Transmission and Performance
The Maruti Suzuki Jimny is powered by a 1.5-litre K15C petrol engine, known for its reliability and efficiency. The powertrain delivers approximately 103 PS (101 bhp) and 138 Nm of torque. The engine’s characteristics are well-suited for off-road driving, with torque in the low to mid rpm range facilitating better control and responsiveness.
Engine is complemented by a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission. The Jimny is equipped with Maruti’s ALLGRIP PRO 4WD system, a mechanical part-time four-wheel-drive setup with a low-range transfer case.
Safety Features
Safety features are comprehensive, including dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, hill hold, hill descent control, and electronic brake-force distribution. The Jimny also offers front and rear parking sensors and a rearview camera to assist with maneuvering tight spots.
The Jimny also carries top safety ratings, earning a 5-star Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP rating.
Storage Capacity – Cargo and Fuel
The Suzuki Jimny offers boot space of around 85 liters of cargo volume with all seats in place. However, the rear seats can be folded down to increase the boot space significantly, creating a versatile flat loading area suitable for larger luggage, camping gear, or sports equipment.
The Maruti Suzuki Jimny has a petrol fuel tank capacity of 40 liters.
Price
The Maruti Suzuki Jimny is priced starting at around ₹12.32 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base 1.5-liter petrol Zeta manual variant. The price range extends up to approximately ₹14.29 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top-end 1.5-liter petrol Alpha automatic variant.