The Maruti Suzuki Jimny Unveiled At Auto Expo Is A Fine Line Between Ruggedness And Charm

• Measures 3,395mm in length, 1,475mm in width, and has a ground clearance of 205mm.
• Interior highlights include touchscreen infotainment system, digital driver information display, and automatic climate control.
• Powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine developing 102PS and 130Nm.
• Will take on the next-gen Mahindra Thar once launched in India.

It's finally here! Maruti Suzuki has showcased the Jimny at Auto Expo 2020. There's been massive interest in the SUV, particularly among enthusiasts, for a long time now. And further good news, the Jimny will be coming to India soon. The display car you see here is a three-door version. 

In terms of design, the Jimny looks like a miniature of the Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen. The silhouette is upright and the squared flared wheel arches make it look butch. The front-end comes with traditional elements such as round headlamps and a slatted grille. Meanwhile, the spare wheel has been mounted on the tailgate, just like in a typical SUV. The Jimny measures 3,395mm in length, 1,475mm in width, and has a ground clearance of 205mm.

Unlike the Gypsy, the Jimny isn’t a barebones SUV. It comes with a host of equipment like touchscreen infotainment system, digital driver information display, and automatic climate control. Safety kit includes forward braking assist, shock-absorbing seat design, 6 airbags, and ESP and ABS. 

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The Jimny is powered by a K15B 1.5-litre petrol engine developing 102PS and 130Nm. It's the same motor found in the recently launched Vitara Brezza. We expect Maruti to offer it with a 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic. Being an off-roader, it will most likely feature an all-wheel-drive system with a low-range transfer case. 

The Maruti Suzuki Jimny will most probably hit showrooms by 2021. It will rival the new Force Gurkha and the next-gen Mahindra Thar.