The lifestyle SUV segment has been growing at a steady pace. Currently, the most popular car in this segment is the Mahindra Thar. People have been waiting for alternatives to the Thar. One of these alternatives is the Maruti Jimny. The Jimny is a hotly anticipated car in the Indian market. Finally, Maruti has teased Jimny. In today’s article, we will read about the teased Maruti Jimny.

What was the teaser?

On its Nexa Experience Instagram page, Maruti posted a teaser which shows a GIF of tyre trails on the sand. The test in this picture says – ‘Guess who was here’. The tyre trails left behind were of a big SUV hinting towards the Jimny. This also hints that Jimny will be launched through Maruti’s Nexa dealerships.

Maruti Jimny teased- Dimensions

Maruti Jimny

The Jimny is expected to be 3850mm in length, 1645mm in width and 1730mm in height. It sits on a wheelbase of 2550mm and has a ground clearance of 210mm. Most probably, the Jimny coming to India will be the 5-door version. This 5-door version of the Jimny is specially designed for the Indian market. 

Specifications

Maruti Jimny teased

The Jimny will be powered by Maruti’s 1.5-litre petrol engine it uses in its other cars like Brezza and Ertiga. This engine is capable of producing 101bhp and 130Nm of torque. Transmission options will include a manual and an automatic gearbox.

Maruti Jimny teased- Features

The Jimny will come decently equipped with features. It will get features like a touchscreen infotainment system, ABS + EBD, LED projector and headlamps. The Jimny will get a basic 4WD system. Off-roading wise it will get a brake limited-slip differential, hill descent control and hill hold features that will aid off-roading.  

Launch and pricing 

Maruti Jimny

Considering the teaser, Maruti is expected to launch the Jimny in the upcoming months. We expect Maruti to price the Jimny aggressively to compete with the Mahindra Thar. It is expected to start from Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom).

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