Suzuki Jimny 2018 engine specifications and specifications: Why could this compact off-roader come to India?

Suzuki finally launched the new 2018 Jimny, a car that was widely used to replace the Maruti Suzuki Gypsy. The fourth generation of Suzuki Jimny is easily one of the most anticipated cars in India and in the world. As suspected Suzuki has launched the new Jiminy in both Kie-Car spec (which is the efficiency-oriented variant with limited trim) as well as the larger and better equipped Jimny Sierra (who is more likely to visit the Indian market). For Japanese markets, the Jiminy Kie-Car was valued at Rs 9.06 lakh while the Sierra Jiminy starts at Rs. 10.94 lakh.

As for the official dimensions, the Jimny measures 3,395 mm in length, 1,475 mm in width and 1,725 ​​in height, while offering a ground clearance of 205 mm. The Jimny Sierra, meanwhile, measures 3,550 mm long, 1,645 mm wide and 1,730 mm high, with even more ground clearance at 210 mm. Although interestingly, both cars have a wheelbase similar to 2250 mm. Despite the varied dimensions, both cars get similar visual clues with round headlights, a five-slot grille, heavy bumpers coupled with the signature tail mounted on the spare wheel.

It would not be fair to say that Jimny's interiors chose where his predecessor left, considering that the fourth generation Jimny is actually very well equipped. A fully black interior is badociated with a SmartPlay touch screen infotainment system. While the Aircon circular vents look like the current generation Maruti Suzuki Ignis. The extensive features of the Jimny include the keyless entry, the start and stop button of the engine, the automatic headlights that will be offered in the high end models. Other safety features include the Hill Hold and Descent System, six airbags, an Electronic Stability Program (ESP), a tire pressure monitoring system and much more. , gasoline engine that is 64 hp and 96 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the biggest Sierra Model badder on the Jimny gets a 1.5-liter K15B four-cylinder gasoline engine that is good for 100 hp and develops maximum torque of 130 Nm. It's the same engine that India will get on the updated Ciaz. While gear options include a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 4-speed automatic transmission. The Suzuki Allgrip Pro AWD system is available in series

Suzuki Jimny

There is still a radio silence from Suzuki and Maruti as to whether the Jimny will arrive on the Indian market. Considering that Japan will soon launch the Jimny in Europe, India becoming the export center. It is likely that a launch could take place in the near future. Given the public interest in the Jiminy, this could well be the long-awaited successor of the iconic Maruti gypsy.