The fourth-generation Suzuki JImny premiered in 2018 but only made its India debut at Auto Expo 2020 in February. Fans of the Maruti Gypsy, which was an extended version of the older second-gen Jimny, are hoping the carmaker will re-introduce its off-roader in India. the newest reports state that Maruti recently started the trial production of the new Jimny at its Gurugram facility.
The Jimny is into account for launch in India but likely during a 5-door avatar, which might make it more appealing to the local buyers than the global-spec 3-door version. However, the commercial popularity of the second-gen Mahindra Thar, also a 3-door offering, might cause Maruti to reconsider its Jimny plans and launch both 5- and 3-door models. We’ve also spied the 3-door Sierra variant testing on Indian roads.
While the global-spec Jimny gets 4×4 as standard, the India-spec model will likely offer a 4×2 powertrain because the affordable option. The rugged aesthetics of the inside are going to be appreciated by its audience while it’ll still get comforts sort of a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, climate control and control .
Internationally, the Jimny gets a low-range transfer case to modify between 4WD-high, 4WD-low and 2WD-high. The India-spec model is probably going to be offered with an equivalent 1.5-litre petrol engine because the Ertiga where it’s offered with the selection of a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic. Its output would likely remain an equivalent at 105PS and 138Nm. With Maruti performing on bringing back its 1.5-litre diesel within the BS6 era, it might be an option for the Jimny too.
Maruti is predicted to launch the India-spec Jimny in 2021. it’ll likely be offered through the NEXA chain and will be priced from around Rs 10 lakh. The off-roader could get the Gypsy badge and combat the likes of the Mahindra Thar and therefore the upcoming BS6 Force Gurkha.