Discussions and Questions Maruti Nexa Jimny - Page 2
Will the boxy design of Maruti NEXA Jimny EV affect its range or is it a necessary evil to retain the character?
31 December 2024 09:14
Could the boxy shape actually help with cooling the battery pack? Form can follow function sometimes!
How will the move to electric impact the Jimny’s well known low range gearbox and off road capability?
31 December 2024 09:14
Torque in electric motors is so high that you don’t need a low-range gearbox. It will most likely be able to crawl even better over obstacles!
How will the move to electric impact the Jimny’s well known low range gearbox and off road capability?
31 December 2024 09:14
No way, dude. Manual low range boxes just can’t be replaced. For serious off roading, EVs are too all or nothing.
How will the move to electric impact the Jimny’s well known low range gearbox and off road capability?
31 December 2024 09:14
In the software, they could implement a virtual low range mode. A motor control is used to simulate different gear ratios.
How will the move to electric impact the Jimny’s well known low range gearbox and off road capability?
31 December 2024 09:14
Electric motors have the instant torque, which might actually be too easy. The challenge is part of the fun of off roading.
How will the move to electric impact the Jimny’s well known low range gearbox and off road capability?
31 December 2024 09:14
Engine braking would be required, but on steep hills, it would be sketchy without it. Hopefully they have a good regenerative braking system.
How will the move to electric impact the Jimny’s well known low range gearbox and off road capability?
31 December 2024 09:14
Torque vectoring is possible with electric motors. It’s this kind of control that we dream of; imagine being able to control power to each wheel independently!
How will the move to electric impact the Jimny’s well known low range gearbox and off road capability?
31 December 2024 09:14
An electric drivetrain is simple, and when you're in the middle of nowhere, fewer things break. Reliability is a big plus for that.
Will Maruti NEXA Jimny EV's expected higher price point push away its typical budget conscious buyers?
31 December 2024 09:14
It will have to cost more, but consider all the fuel and maintenance savings. It will pay for itself in the end.
Will Maruti NEXA Jimny EV's expected higher price point push away its typical budget conscious buyers?
31 December 2024 09:14
There’s no way the average Jimny buyer can afford an EV version. This is just going to make it a rich person's toy.
Will Maruti NEXA Jimny EV's expected higher price point push away its typical budget conscious buyers?
31 December 2024 09:14
They might also sell the same thing in different battery sizes to keep a lower entry price. Maximum range is not needed by everyone.
Will Maruti NEXA Jimny EV's expected higher price point push away its typical budget conscious buyers?
31 December 2024 09:14
To make up for the rise in price, the government incentives for EVs might help. The petrol version could be not that much more expensive.
Will Maruti NEXA Jimny EV's expected higher price point push away its typical budget conscious buyers?
31 December 2024 09:14
Those who are true Jimny fans will pay the premium. This is not only a car, it’s a lifestyle.
Will Maruti NEXA Jimny EV's expected higher price point push away its typical budget conscious buyers?
31 December 2024 09:14
The EV should not replace the petrol version, they should keep selling both. Let people have options according to their budget and needs.
Will Maruti NEXA Jimny EV's expected higher price point push away its typical budget conscious buyers?
31 December 2024 09:14
It may actually be good for resale value. EV Jimnys will already hold their value well.
Will the Jimny's limited practicality stop it from succeeding in the long run in India?
31 December 2024 09:03
Definitely. It's not going to be practical for daily use and once the novelty wears off people will realize it. It won't be a mass market success, like the Gypsy, it'll be loved by enthusiasts.
Will the Jimny's limited practicality stop it from succeeding in the long run in India?
31 December 2024 09:03
I don't think so. Unique, capable vehicles always have a market. The Thar isn’t practical, but it’s doing well. The Jimny will fit into a niche.
Will the Jimny's limited practicality stop it from succeeding in the long run in India?
31 December 2024 09:03
It might not last long. The Jimny, though, is not very practical and Indian buyers are very value conscious, and most people will not justify the cost.
Will the Jimny's limited practicality stop it from succeeding in the long run in India?
31 December 2024 09:03
It will all depend on how Maruti positions the Jimny. If they sell it as a lifestyle vehicle, not a practical SUV, they could keep a steady, if small, customer base.
Will the Jimny's limited practicality stop it from succeeding in the long run in India?
31 December 2024 09:03
I think it'll do fine. Not every car has to be super practical. The Jimny is a fun and different second car and there's a growing market for that.
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