Suzuki Jimny aka New Maruti Gypsy ?

[tejasmehta990 4]

When there is a growing popularity for compact SUVs in India and number of manufacturers are introducing innovative compact SUVs (Mini Xylo , Premier Rio) can we expect Maruti to introduce "Suzuki Jimny" as "New Gypsy" ?

This vehicle seems appropriate for city driving (compact dimensions) and offroad driving (rugged , 4 x 4, ground clearance, etc...).

This vehicle can be a rightly positioned as an affordable SUV just like EECO.

[creativebala 178]

Will be a super hit if launched with MJD from Day1.

IMHO, this SUV doesn't have the brawny looks, an SUV should possess.

[tejasmehta990 4]

The best thing about this vehicle is that most of the features as required by the Indian buyers. It is also equipped with 1.5 diesel so no need for Maruti to change even a single spec. 

Only drawback is that it is 4 seater. But this vehcile can become a perfec lifestyle and personal vehicle for all purposes.

Tech Specs from Jimny's official website

http://www.globalsuzuki.com/automobile/lineup/jimny/spec/index.html

Engine			Petrol				Diesel
			1.3L		1.3L VVT		1.5L DDiS
Drive system			Part-time 4WD
Transmission			5MT	4AT	5MT	4AT	5MT
Steering			LHD/RHD				LHD
Number of doors			3
DIMENSIONS
Overall length	Front bumper to rear bamper	mm	3,570
	Front bumper to spare type	mm	3,645
	Front bumper to spare wheel cover	mm	3,665
Overall width		mm	1,600
Overall height	Without roof rails	mm	1,670
	With roof rails	mm	1,705
Wheelbase		mm	2,250
Tread	Front	mm	1,355
	Rear	mm	1,365
Minimum turning radius		m	4.9
Minimum ground clearance		mm	190
Approach angle		deg.	37
Ramp breakover angle		deg.	31
Departure angle		deg.	46
CAPACITIES
Seating capacity		persons	4
Luggage capacity	Max volume	litres	816
	Rear seatback folded (VDA method)	litres	324
	Rear seatback raised (VDA method)	litres	113
Fuel tank capacity		litres	40
ENGINE
Type			M13A				K9K
Number of cylinders			4				4
Number of valves			16				8
Pisiton displacement		cm3	1,328				1,461
Bore x stroke		mm	78.0 x 69.5				76.0 x 80.5
Compression raito			9.5				18
Maximum output		kW/rpm	60/5,500		62.5/6,000		63/3,750
Maximum torque		N･m/rpm	110/4,500		110/4,100		200/1,750
Fuel distribution			Multipoint injection				Direct injection (common rail)
TRANSMISSION
Type			5MT	4AT	5MT	4AT	5MT
Gear raito	1st		4.425	2.875	4.425	2.875	4.246
	2nd		2.304	1.568	2.304	1.568	2.357
	3rd		1.674	1.000	1.674	1.000	1.695
	4th		1.190	0.696	1.190	0.696	1.242
	5th		1.000	-	1.000	-	1.000
	Reverse		5.151	2.300	5.151	2.300	4.436
Final gear ratio			4.300	4.090	4.300	4.090	3.416
Transfer gear ratio	High		1.000	1.320	1.000	1.320	1.000
	Low		2.002	2.643	2.002	2.643	2.002
CHASSIS
Steering			Recirculating ball
Brakes	Front		Disc				Ventilated disc
	Rear		Drum, leading and trailing
Suspension	Front		3-link rigid axle with coil spring
	Rear		3-link rigid axle with coil spring
Tyres			205/70R15
WEIGHTS
Kerb weight		kg	1,060	1,075	1,060	1,075	1,155
Gross vehicle weight		kg	1,420				1,500

[dineshzma116 0]

Will be interesting if it is launched as a two seater front cabin, and the rest of the people at the back like an ordinary truck. I dont like the shape of its backside cabin and named it as a SUV.

-dinesh

(always the racer wins atlast)

dineshzma1162010-12-29 09:26:38

[nikvint 1]

http://epaper.livemint.com/ArticleImage.aspx?article=28_12_2010_008_002&kword=maruti%20to%20launch&mode=1

The above link shows that, maruti is planning to launch the Jimmy in 1-2 years. Once it's new assembly line in manesar plant will be ready by march-12, they will launch the jimmy. But we have to see, the pricing, options of engines and offerings from competitors.. All the best.

[Durango Dude 2]

Maruti's platter is already full and overflowing. Of the top 10, 7 are from Maruti. I have a feeling Maruti hasn't exactly judged this demand well and has been caught on the wrong foot, leading to huge wait lists of it's Swift and Dzire. It's ironical, that it can't afford another "blockbuster" at the moment to send its production plans into a tizzy. If brought here, sure the Jimny would be a very refined lifestyle vehicle would succeed. Maruti can bring it on with the petrol and diesel avatar's. 

[shanthanreddyp 0]

For me the interiors looks like the Wagon R.

4 door will be a good option as Maruti has a Fiat derived engine to plonk in and it can be done very fast.

But if Maruti want to increase the production of all it vehicles and also launch new ones then it better start building another three factories at once because it is already stuck with capacity constrains and will only take thinks from worse to worst .

 

 

 

Thread title edited.

BornFree2010-12-29 17:19:11

[rahul1810 0]

It's ironical' date=' that it can't afford another "blockbuster" at the moment to send its production plans into a tizzy.

[/quote']

I am pretty sure Maruti is not complaining!

On a serious note, I would first like to see how much Thar actually sells. Off roading is not something major in India.

For Jimny MS might even get some support from Defense ministry. Maruti has another capable 4X4 in SX4 hatchback though and it might be more practical to bring it along with 2WD version.

[CYRUS43 0]

This car is one of the Girliest, most awful looking cars on the road, and no self respecting man would ever drive one.

[sarabjeet 2]

well there would be difficulty for Jimmy to make it though , because it uses the multi-jet  engine which is co developed by GM , so US would raise objection.

SX4 would have issues in LEH Ladak on 4X4 roads

[dr_nishu 198]

Maruti's platter is already full and overflowing. Of the top 10' date=' 7 are from Maruti. I have a feeling Maruti hasn't exactly judged this demand well and has been caught on the wrong foot, leading to huge wait lists of it's Swift and Dzire.  [/quote']

 

Well said Sir..

& Maruti Suzuki have already reacted to this trouble, as confirmed by the news below;

Maruti to reorient production of Swift, DZiRE 

Gurgaon, December 22
The country

[dcarlover 0]

well jimny is nt new...it was also sold in india earlier..i think???

[Durango Dude 2]

This car is one of the Girliest' date=' most awful looking cars on the road, and no self respecting man would ever drive one. [/quote']

So what, Maruti may write another slogan for that: "Women are back". haha.

[BonFre 0]

This car is one of the Girliest' date=' most awful looking cars on the road, and no self respecting man would ever drive one. [/quote']

 

Beauty is only skin deep, scratch beneath the surface & its an accomplished vehicle, built to fulfill its purpose.

 

Agreed it does not carry that pseudo-macho image but who needs it! Its for real men & not those who like to send a msg. through their rides!

BornFree2010-12-30 03:22:40

[tejasmehta990 4]

It is observed that a car with practical features, good A.S.S., VFM, right price are successful such as XYLO, EECO, Bolero, Indica, Maruti 800, Maruti Omni, than the cars with good looks. 

Considering overall outlook of Jimny the price should not be more than 6L .

The force behind Jimny is the name associated with it i.e "Maruti-Suzuki" which will make it most successful compact SUV.

What I liked about Jimny is

- Compact dimensions

- Offroad capabilities

- Basic comforts features, A/C, Power steering etc...

- 4 x 4

- Seating capacity for 4 + sufficient luggage space.

- High ground clearance.

- Maruti Suzuki Badge

- Appropriate personal vehicle for city driving,  weekend drives as well as for some not very serious offroad driving.

- Diesel option

- I can venture my dream drive from Kanyakumari to Himalaya in this vehicle very comfortably. 

[esteem 0]

The vehicle has a 40 year old history, I am sure Brand Jimmy must be doing something right to tickle the wishbones of its prospective buyers for so long..

[tejasmehta990 4]

Premier Rio is quite similar product as Jimny but because Jimny is offered from Maruti it will be able to attract consumers.

[GuruGautham 2]

I have heard that the Jimny is available with a 80bhp engine in the Emirates which is absolutely inadequate for an SUV but I have also heard that it is as capable as a Freelander or Jeep off road so ideal vehicle to replace Gypsy

Wonder whether the army will replace the Gypsy's with Jimny's. 

And those alloys look butch

[arun1987c 0]

May be Maruti can think about relaunching the Gypsy with latest features and engine.... When Mahindra can do it with Thar, why no Maruti  Come on Maruti guys, time to wake up...