The Australian media is sharing its reviews of the new 5-door Maruti Jimny. The Jimny, a renowned 3-door lightweight off-road SUV with a history spanning over 50 years, has achieved widespread global acclaim. It stands out as a favoured option among a diverse group of buyers seeking an affordable and nimble off-roading SUV in various regions worldwide. Australia, in particular, has now welcomed the 5-door model and the rationale behind this addition is straightforward – customers in the region highly prioritize practicality. Therefore, Suzuki has introduced the 5-door version of the Jimny for the first time, catering to the demand for a more practical configuration.
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Australian Media Reviews 5-Door Maruti Suzuki Jimny
This video comes from Drive.com.au on YouTube. The host has the new long-wheelbase Jimny. They are calling it the Suzuki Jimny XL. Essentially, it is the 5-door model which is longer and more practical than the 3-door one. On the front and rear, there are barely any changes to the exterior styling in comparison to the regular Jimny. It is only when you glance at it from the side that you notice the extended length and the addition of an extra door. Still, the SUV maintains a solid road presence which is what its customers love about it traditionally.
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Interior and Features
Stepping inside the cabin will reveal that there are not that many changes to the cabin layout either. However, some prominent updates include a larger 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system (up from 7-inch in the regular trim), wireless Apple CarPlay, rear parking sensors, digital radio, adaptive cruise control (in automatic version), and metallic chrome inserts on the grille. Apart from that, the long wheelbase liberates quite a lot of room for the second-row passengers. In fact, this also translates to boot space. The rear seats also get a two-step adjustment and a 50:50 split. Here are the dimensions of the two Suzuki Jimny SUVs:
| Dimensions (in mm) | 3-door Jimny | 5-door Jimny |
| Length | 3,480 | 3,820 |
| Width | 1,645 | 1,645 |
| Height | 1,725 | 1,720 |
| Wheelbase | 2,250 | 2,590 |
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Specs and Price
The 2024 Suzuki Jimny XL for the Australian market comes with a familiar 1.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol mill which churns out 75 kW (102 PS) and 130 Nm of peak power and torque. The transmission options include a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic gearbox. Being a hardcore off-roader, it has a dedicated 4×4 drivetrain. This lightweight SUV weighs just 1,185 kg and offers a fuel economy of 6.4L / 100 km. The retail price of the SUV is $34,990 AUD for the manual version and $36,490 AUD for the automatic before on-road prices.
| Specs | Suzuki Jimny XL |
| Engine | 1.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol |
| Power | 75 kW (102 PS) |
| Torque | 130 Nm |
| Transmission | 5MT / 4AT |
| Drivetrain | 4×4 |
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