This side-by-side comparison of the 5-door and 3-door Maruti Jimny is intriguing. The Jimny, a well-known 3-door lightweight off-road SUV with a history of over 50 years, has gained global popularity. It is a popular choice for a whole bunch of buyers looking for an affordable lightweight off-roading SUV in many parts of the world. But India gets the 5-door model. The reason is pretty simple. Indian customers value practicality a lot. Hence, Maruti Suzuki introduced the 5-door version for the first time ever on a Jimny. Let us check out how the two compare.
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Maruti Jimny 5-door vs 3-door
This video comes from FE BUILDS on YouTube. The vlogger has the two SUVs right next to each other. This offers the viewers a great opportunity to recognize the differences in real-world conditions. As the SUVs are parked adjacent to each other, the vlogger clearly showcases the difference in the length at the rear. While everything remains the same up until the B pillars, the area behind it is fresh. The wheelbase has been elongated to free up some space for the rear occupants. The rear axle has been pushed further back, preventing the protruding wheel arches from eating the space on the inside. Finally, more boot space has been liberated due to the longer wheelbase. All the other aspects remain the same.
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Specs
The standard Maruti Jimny comes with a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated K15B petrol engine, delivering a respectable 103 hp and 134 Nm of peak power and torque. This engine can pair with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission powering all four wheels through Suzuki’s distinctive ALLGRIP PRO 4×4 drivetrain, featuring a low-range transfer case and a locking differential. The SUV boasts an impressive ground clearance of 210 mm. The approach, break-over, and departure angles are 36°, 24°, and 50°, respectively. In terms of pricing, it falls within a competitive range, starting from Rs 12.74 lakh to Rs 15.05 lakh, ex-showroom.
| Specs | Maruti Jimny |
| Engine | 1.5-litre 4-cylinder K Series |
| Power (new) | 103 hp (120 hp) |
| Torque (new) | 137 Nm (170 Nm) |
| Transmission | 5MT / 4AT |
| Drivetrain | 4×4 |
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What We Think
We like this video since it clearly highlights the exact reason for the popularity of the 5-door version, particularly in India. Since the 5-door Jimny will be exported to many international markets, videos like these could be extremely useful. They will help the potential buyers make up their minds about purchasing the right model for themselves. In India, the 5-door model is extremely popular. Let us see how well the foreign markets receive the more practical and family-friendly iteration of the iconic SUV.
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