Made-In-India Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-Door Now Exported Overseas

• Export of the Jimny 3-door began from India in 2020.

• Maruti states it further contributes to the India Government’s ‘Make-In-India’ campaign

• Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-door was first showcased at Auto Expo 2023 and is offered in two broad trims in India

• Powered by 105PS 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to either 5-speed MT or 4-speed AT

• Prices for the SUV from Rs 12.74 lakh (ex-showroom)

Maruti Suzuki India has started exporting the Jimny 5-door to international markets. The SUV is manufactured exclusively in India, will now be shipped to international destinations such as Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. This move further contributes to the India government’s “Make In India” campaign.

Maruti Suzuki India had earlier started production of the 3-door Jimny, but that was exclusively for exports to international countries such as Latin America and Africa. The SUV joins the range of 17 models across various segments that are being exported from India.

Commenting on the exports, Hisashi Takeuchi, MD/CEO of Maruti Suzuki India, stated, “The Jimny 5-Door, manufactured in India and included in our export lineup, is expected to generate excitement among our international customers. In line with the Government of India’s “Make in India” initiative, our company now exports a diverse range of 17 vehicles across various segments. We are dedicated to maintaining our leadership in exporting passenger vehicles manufactured in India."

The Maruti Jimny 5-Door was first showcased at Auto Expo 2023 and is offered in India in two broad trims: Zeta and Alpha. It is powered by a 105PS 1.5-litre petrol engine and you can know more about it in our first drive review here. Prices for the Jimny 5-door in India starts at Rs 12.74 lakh (ex-showroom) and rivals the other off-roaders like the Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha.