Maruti Suzuki Jimny SUV Will Not Launch In India Anytime Soon: Here’s Why

Indian automotive manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki confirms that it will not launch the Jimny SUV in India. The second-generation Gypsy renamed as Jimny is a 3-door model, which the company feels is not suitable for Indian market.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny India Launch Cancelled: Maruti Confirms 3-Door Not Feasible For Indian Market

According to Autocar Professional India, Maruti Suzuki confirmed that the 3-door market is very niche, and do not have many buyers. The 5-door version of the Jimny could be developed, however, the investment needed to set up the manufacturing will be more as compared to the demand for such vehicles in the market.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny India Launch Cancelled: Maruti Confirms 3-Door Not Feasible For Indian Market

The Suzuki Jimny is currently sold globally in different countries and has gained much popularity among enthusiasts, because of its compact and go-anywhere design. The Jimny off-road SUV is available with two engine options: a 660cc triple-cylinder turbo petrol engine sold only in the Japanese market, and a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder K-Series naturally aspirated petrol engine for the global markets.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny India Launch Cancelled: Maruti Confirms 3-Door Not Feasible For Indian Market

The off-roader is offered with either a five-speed manual transmission or an optional four-speed automatic torque converter unit. Other off-road mechanicals like a four-wheel-drive transfer case and a low range transmission are featured, to help with tackling those rough terrain.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny India Launch Cancelled: Maruti Confirms 3-Door Not Feasible For Indian Market

The rugged off-road SUV can seat four passengers, and features pleasant cabin feel. The off-road SUV features a 7-inch infotainment system with support for both Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto. auto LED headlamps, steering mounted controls; among others.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny India Launch Cancelled: Maruti Confirms 3-Door Not Feasible For Indian Market

The Jimny features standard safety equipment starting with an electronic stability program (ESP), traction control (TC), hill hold, hill descent control. It also features a set of six-airbags offering a superior protection to its passengers.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny India Launch Cancelled: Maruti Confirms 3-Door Not Feasible For Indian Market

Suzuki Jimny has been awarded the 2019 World Urban Car Of The Year at the New York International Autoshow. The Jimny came on top beating other vehicles which were shortlisted for the category including the Hyundai Santro, and the Kia Soul.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny India Launch Cancelled: Maruti Confirms 3-Door Not Feasible For Indian Market

Maruti's current focus is to increase their CNG line-up to offer an alternative to their petrol powered models. The company currently has 7 models under the CNG line-up, and features a factory-fitted CNG kit.

Maruti confirms that they are working on a petrol variant of the Vitara Brezza to make it BS-VI compliant and is scheduled for the launch on December, 2019 — here are all the details.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny India Launch Cancelled: Maruti Confirms 3-Door Not Feasible For Indian Market

Thoughts About The Jimny Launch Cancelled For India

The older-generation of the Jimny, called the Gypsy is an iconic vehicle in India. Gypsy was very versatile and were used in wide applications. As people await the launch of Jimny off-road SUV in India eagerly, the company feels it is not ready for it yet and broke the hearts of many enthusiasts. The only option now for off-road enthusiasts will be to choose between the 2020 versions of the Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha.

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Article Published On: Tuesday, September 17, 2019, 11:45 [IST]
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