At the Famous Indonesia International Motor Show 2024 (IIMS) in Jakarta, Suzuki revealed its latest offering, the 5-Door Suzuki Jimny, marking a significant expansion of its flagship lineup in Indonesia. With a top-spec variant priced at IDR 478 million (approximately Rs. 25.4 lakh), the Jimny 5-Door aims to capture the attention of adventure lovers and urban drivers in the Indonesian market.
Revealing the 5-Door Suzuki Jimny in Indonesia
PT Suzuki Indomobil Motor showcased the highly expected 5-Door Suzuki Jimny at the ongoing Indonesia International Motor Show 2024 generating considerable excitement among automotive supporters. It comes in a striking candy red shade and the Jimny 5-Door promises a combination of capability and modern design elements elevating its appeal to diverse consumers.
Manufacturing Insights
Its 3-Door counterpart, produced in Suzuki's Kosai plant in Japan and Maruti Suzuki's Manesar plant in India, the 5-Door Jimny is exclusively manufactured in India. Interestingly, the 5-Door Jimny known as the Jimny XL in Australia, is sourced from India and features enhancements such as an upgraded 9-inch infotainment system. The Indonesia-spec Jimny 5-Door is expected to be imported from India offering supporters a combination of style, performance, and functionality.
Pricing and Market Dynamics
In India, where road taxes differ by state, the top-spec Jimny 5-Door Alpha AT is priced at approximately Rs. 18.4 lakh in Karnataka. However, in Indonesia, the same variant commands a premium of nearly Rs. 7 lakh reflecting the impact of local taxes and market dynamics on pricing strategies.
Interior Features
The Jimny 5-Door lineup in Indonesia offers a range of variants to serve varying consumer preferences and budgets. With base model prices starting from IDR 443.9 million (approximately Rs. 23.6 lakh) Suzuki Indomobil Motor provides consumers with the option to upgrade from the 3-Door model to the 5-Door variant for an additional IDR 18 million (approximately Rs. 1 lakh) ensuring flexibility and affordability in product offerings.
Specifications and Features
The Indonesia-spec Suzuki Jimny boasts various advanced features and specifications including manual and automatic transmission options powered by the robust K15B 1.5L 4-cylinder NA petrol engine. Features include a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, 6 airbags, parking sensors, and a rear parking camera, enhancing safety, convenience, and entertainment capabilities for drivers and passengers.
The launch of the 5-Door Suzuki Jimny in Indonesia is an example of Suzuki determination to expand its range of products and enter new markets. Featuring a unique design, modern features, and performance abilities the Jimny 5-Door is set to appeal to adventure lovers and city drivers looking for adaptable and dependable vehicles. Suzuki's ongoing exploration of new markets and prospects alongside the expansion of the Jimny signifies a hopeful path for the brand future development and automotive sector.