Maruti Suzuki has commenced exports of the Jimny 5-door from India. The move comes just months after the SUV was launched in the domestic market and is the second body style of the Jimny to be exported from the country. Maruti Suzuki has already been exporting the Jimny 3-door from India since November 2020.
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Maruti Suzuki now exports both the Jimny 3-door and 5-door from India to select global markets
Commenting on the occasion, Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited said, “The Jimny has strengthened Maruti Suzuki’s presence in SUV segment. This lifestyle SUV has especially appealed to customers who enjoy off-roading experience through tough terrains. The India-manufactured Jimny 5-Door in our export portfolio will surely create excitement among our overseas customers. Aligning with the Government of India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative, our Company now exports an extensive range of 17 vehicles across segments. We remain committed in our efforts to sustain leadership in export of India-manufactured passenger vehicles.”
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As with its 3-door sibling, the Jimny 5-door will be exported to markets in Latin America and Africa but will also be made available in the Middle East. The Jimny 5-door is also being exclusively manufactured in India while the 3-door is also manufactured in select markets globally.
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Suzuki showcased the Jimny 5-door to the public in South Africa in August 2023.
The Jimny 5-door recently made its debut in South Africa with the company already taking bookings for the model. The SUV has also been showcased in some other markets as well.
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Compared to the India-spec model, the exported units could feature some minor cosmetic differences though mechanically it should remain unchanged. It is expected to still run the same 1.5-litre K15 petrol engine paired with either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic and four-wheel-drive.
