The made-in-India Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-door, which is called the Jimny Nomade in Japan, has gotten an amazing amount of interest, with more than 50,000 bookings in just a week after it came out. Suzuki Japan has announced that it will temporarily stop taking orders because of the surprisingly high demand. This is to make sure that deliveries are on time.
A Global Off-roader: From India to Japan
The Jimny was once a famous car in Japan, but the newest 5-door model is made in India at Maruti Suzuki’s Gurgaon plant and sent to Japan. This makes India the only place in the world where the 5-door Jimny is made, which shows how much Suzuki trusts its Indian operations.
What Makes the Jimny Nomade Different?
The fundamental design stays the same, although the Japan-spec Jimny Nomade does include a few enhancements that are only available in that market:
Chiffon Ivory Metallic (with a black roof that stands out) and Jungle Green are two new colors that replace the popular Kinetic Yellow in India.
Changes to the cabin: The all-black interior of the Indian version has been replaced with dual-tone grey and black leather.
Touchscreen: The Japanese model includes a smaller infotainment screen, which may have been made to meet local tastes.
❄️ More features for Japan
The Jimny Nomade comes loaded with extra comforts and safety features not available in the India-spec version, such as
- Heated front seats and heated ORVMs
- ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance offering enhanced safety
- Push-button start, auto climate control, cruise control, and a 4-speaker sound system
- 6 airbags, hill-hold assist, hill descent control, and a rear camera with sensors — also standard in India
🔧 Engine and Power: A Little Less in Japan
The engine is identical in all markets: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol unit. However, the way power is delivered is a little different:
The engine remains the same across both markets — a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol unit — but power delivery differs slightly:
| Specification | Jimny Nomade (Japan) | Maruti Jimny (India) |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 102 PS | 105 PS |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT / 4-speed AT | 5-speed MT / 4-speed AT |
| Drive System | AllGrip 4WD | AllGrip 4WD |
The difference could be because of local rules about emissions or tweaking for better gas mileage.
Price Comparison: Price in Japan and Price in India
| Variant | Price in Japan | Price in India |
|---|---|---|
| Jimny 5-Door | ¥2,651,000 – ¥2,750,000 (~₹14.86L – ₹15.41L) | ₹12.74L – ₹14.95L (ex-showroom |
🚙 Competing and Finding Your Place
In India, the Jimny competes with tough off-roaders like the Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha. Its five-door design makes it popular with city drivers in Japan who want a small SUV that can handle rough terrain.
What’s next?
Suzuki Japan said that the stop in bookings is just temporary and that they are working to increase deliveries before they start taking reservations again. The demand also shows that Indian-made cars are becoming more popular around the world, especially in economies like Japan that are usually self-reliant.
The Jimny Nomade’s rise in popularity is a great moment for Maruti Suzuki and makes India a more trusted car exporter around the world.
🔗 Internal Links:
🌐 External Links:
- Suzuki Japan’s Official Page for Jimny Nomade
Visit the official Jimny Nomade page on Suzuki Japan’s website - News Source Reporting Launch Stats
As reported by Autocar Japan on the Jimny launch surge
