The Maruti Suzuki Jimny specifications read differently from any other Maruti, because this is a serious off-roader. The 1.5 litre K15B petrol makes 103.4 bhp and 134.2 Nm, tuned for low-speed control rather than pace. The spec sheet is all about ability off the tarmac.
Both gearboxes, a 5 speed manual and a 4 speed automatic, drive AllGrip Pro four wheel drive with a low range transfer case. That hardware is what lets the Jimny crawl over rocks and through mud. Few cars near this price offer it.
Fuel figures are modest by Maruti standards, at 16.94 kmpl for the manual and 16.39 kmpl for the automatic. That is the trade for four wheel drive and a tall, heavy body. Buyers accept it for the go-anywhere ability.
The boxy body gives excellent visibility, short overhangs and a high stance, all of which help on trails. It seats four rather than five, and boot space is tight with the rear seats up. Approach and departure angles are the numbers that matter here. Short front and rear overhangs let it crest steep ledges without scraping. A low kerb weight helps it stay light and nimble on soft ground. The ladder frame under the body adds the toughness that trail use demands. Recovery points are built in for the rare moments you get stuck.
Safety kit covers six airbags, ESP with hill hold and hill descent control, and a reverse camera on higher trims. Read the sheet whole and the Jimny reads as a rare, affordable four wheel drive with real trail credentials. Then browse the Jimny colour options.
