New Delhi (NVI): Maruti Suzuki India today showcased fourth-generation Jimny SUV on the fourth day of Auto Expo at Greater Noida.
The 4X4 Jimny is an off-road vehicle which boasts a robust built with a tough and compact platform.
Maruti Suzuki is trying to up its game in the SUV space by introducing Futuro-E concept which is an electric coupe concept which serves to preview a new line of future Maruti Suzuki SUVs.
Jimny sports a rectangular body shape which helps it use a ladder frame, low range transfer gear and 3-link rigid axle suspension to boost performance while ensuring ride comfort.
Suzuki has brought the long wheelbase Suzuki Jimny Sierra, sold in Europe instead of the short-wheelbase Kei car version that is sold in Japan.
The new Maruti Suzuki Jimny will be sold through the Nexa retail channel and will have a premium positioning. This will help separate it from sibling Vitara Brezza, which will continue to sell through the Maruti Suzuki Arena retail channel.
Jimny uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine with a 5-speed manual and 4-speed auto gearbox. There is a 4×4 transfer case with a low-range option, offering good off-road ability.
Unlike the Gypsy, the Jimny isn’t a barebones SUV. It comes with a host of equipment like a touchscreen infotainment system, digital driver information display, and automatic climate control. Safety kit includes a forward braking assist, shock-absorbing seat design, 6 airbags, and ESP and ABS.
Jimny will most probably hit showrooms by 2021. It will rival the new Force Gurkha and the next-gen Mahindra Thar.
