Suzuki announced the outline of the new “Jimny 5-door” with a total length of 3985mm for India – Car Watch
On January 12, Suzuki released outline drawings of the new Jimny 5-door and new SUV Fronx, the same day that the company’s Indian subsidiary Maruti Suzuki India unveiled the two models.
The new “Jimny 5-door” and new SUV “Fronx” will be unveiled at “Auto Expo 2023” held near Delhi, India (release date: January 11-12, public release date: January 13-18). Published in.
Maruti Suzuki will sell the “Jimny 5 Door” and “Fronx” sequentially from 2023. In India’s expanding SUV segment, Maruti Suzuki will expand its SUV lineup from two to four models. “Jimny 5 Door” and “Fronx” are planned to be exported to Africa, Central and South America, etc.
Outline of “Jimny 5-door”
The main specifications of the “Jimny 5 Door” (India specification car) announced by Suzuki are 3985×1645×1,720mm (length×width×height), and the wheelbase is 2590mm. The engine is powered by a 1.5-liter gasoline engine. The transmission lineup includes a 5-speed MT and a 4-speed AT.
The fourth-generation Jimny, which started production and sales in Japan in 2018, is also exported to Europe and Oceania. In India, production began in November 2020 as a special vehicle for export, and it is currently being exported to Africa, Central and South America, and other places.
The 5-door version of the Jimny, which was launched in India for the first time as the fourth-generation Jimny, is a new 5-door version with a rear door. The rear seats use exclusive rear seats and interiors. Also in India, it has the driving performance of the all-wheel-drive vehicle requested by users, and adopts a design and equipment that will be chosen by a wide range of users as a tool for enjoying leisure and expressing their lifestyles.
Summary of “Fronx”
On the other hand, the main specifications of “Fronx” (India specification car) are 3995×1765×1550mm (length×width×height) body size and 2520mm wheelbase. Engines are 1.0-liter direct injection turbocharged (mild hybrid) and 1.2-liter gasoline engines (with idle stop system), and transmission systems are 1.0-liter 5-speed MT/6-speed AT models and 5-speed MT/AGS for 1.2-liter models . up.
“Fronx” is a model positioned as a new type of SUV with a new coupe style emphasizing power and elegance as well as good handling. The majestic front grille and the front and rear shapes emphasizing the side projection show the power and presence of the SUV. In addition, the coupe style that draws a beautiful slope towards the rear emphasizes the smooth and relaxed proportions.
The interior is equipped with advanced equipment such as an omnidirectional display and a head-up display, while providing a comfortable space with high-quality interior and effective use of space. In addition, it is also equipped with comfortable equipment such as wireless chargers and rear air-conditioning outlets.