The speculations about the Suzuki Jimny just don’t seem to stop at the moment. Recently, the Jimny was in the news because Maruti Suzuki has started exporting the Jimny to various parts of the world from the Gurugram manufacturing facility. This is done to cope up with the excessive demand of the SUV. That, however, was the 3-door version of the Jimny. That is the famous SUV internationally as well. But in order to succeed in India, a 5-door version may be the better option to go for. That is why Suzuki has not tried to sell any 3-door versions of the Jimny in India. Maruti Suzuki is very much aware of our Indian sensibilities and wants to come prepared if it wants to eye the challenge against the popular off-roader, the Mahindra Thar. This variant of the Jimny has been spotted testing in. Europe and we are curious if this is what might get converted to a 5-door version for our market. For now, however, let us see what the spy images of the LWB Jimny tell us.
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LWB Suzuki Jimny – Spy Images
The spy images show a similar sort of design language as on the regular international models. There may be some minor changes to keep the costs in check but largely, the overall dimensions and tall and boxy stance will likely continue. The front end will be an updated version of the Gypsy that we’ve known all our lives, with rounded-headlamps with DLRs, vertically slatted grille, tall bonnet line, chunky wheel arches with protective cladding, high-profile off-roading ready alloys along with short overhangs on both sides to maximize the approach, break-over and departure angles for better off-roading capabilities. The interiors will feature regular equipment like Digital Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Digital Instrument Cluster, Steering-mounted Controls and a proper 4×4 drive system with a low ratio transfer case. Being built for an off-roading experience, there will be high ground clearance and great approach and departure angles.
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LWB Suzuki Jimny – Expected Engines, Prices and Rivals
The Suzuki Jimny will most likely be powered with the same 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine, which makes 103hp and 138Nm. It is the same engine that powers the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Ciaz and Ertiga. There will be a 5-speed manual or an AMT on offer and maybe the inclusion of drive modes to enhance terrain responses and traction control. We expect the prices to remain in the vicinity of the Thar, say from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh, ex-showroom range. It will be sold through the NEXA department of Maruti Suzuki. The direct rival will include Mahindra Thar alone. and the upcoming Force Gurkha.
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