Maruti Suzuki Jimny | Ownership Review | 3000+ Kilometers | All Explained

Here is a detailed ownership review of the Maruti Suzuki Jimny. Guru explains all the mods he has done on his Jimny and how the car has been performing off-road and on-road. He also speaks about all the mods done on the car. Watch the video till the end for all the details.

[@leothehusky1390]

I have a 2018 gypsy and got my Jimny in June . Frankly I am satisfied with Jimny. I opted for the Zeta AT model. I have done more than 10000 kms and avg mileage is between 14.5 to 17.5 depending on driving conditions . The ride quality is amazing . I have done some off-roading with stock tyres and believe me there were no issues on sand and mud conditions. Waiting for snowfall here in Dalhousie to see if Jimny is as capable as gypsy in snow.

[@gsrox2007]

Brilliant! Looks like you are having a ball with the little Jimny! Enjoy :)

[@mannsinghs]

Great

[@bhattacharyasandeep]

Thanks for the views and FE figures. I guess 14-17 kpl for an off roader is very good. Helps in inching towards getting the Jimny, now that costs are reduced with the Thunder edition.

[@anoopraghunath2471]

Well… a Gypsy is a Jimny 😂just stretched out

[@GauravChauhan-mo2nv]

Was it the same mileage from the beginning? Or it improved after the service?

[@shaan774]

The most detailed review you'll find over the internet.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much! Glad you liked the video!

[@sunaadraghuram4608]

Mr Guru, I don't know if I'll ever buy the Jimny. But I must say you revved well, you were absolutely smooth with the acceleration when it came to the lucidity of your narration, there were no jerks with your thoughts, the headlights of your automobile knowledge shone bright and clear and you sat with good verbal support to your expressions and I, on my part, derived huge mileage as a listener. Thank you! 😂

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much for the support and encouragement. So glad you enjoyed the content! ❤

[@VikramadityaSingh]

People who are buying Jimny are the more decent and more knowledgeable than other SUV owners.

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks for supporting our channel and content! We believe everyone has a different style and approach to their off-road and on-road driving. I am just more into the geeky side of things and chase understanding and knowledge rather than putting on a show for social media. Probably why this video has 50K views and other more brash videos have 500K views. There's a market for everything 😂

[@VikramadityaSingh]

@@gsrox2007 Please keep up the good work. Good stuff is not easy to find. Subscribed to your channel too.

[@nisargpateloo7]

True✅️

[@33dreamer]

Bro.. Your review totally made it clear.. Jimny has been my dream car ever since it was a three door but wasnt launched in India.. I had delayed the purchase and fortunately got the thunder edition discounts and I am taking my delivery of the zeta Manual tomorrow .. But more over i have had loads of suggestions coming from friends and family for other cars in the market.. But I live in the mountains(Darjeeling) so i tested the car on an offroad trail and it blew me away and surely brought a huge smile.. no use of doing 100+ kmph cause its all about a car which can take you anywhere.. Congrats on your ride and maybe one day will catch up if i can drive to chennai . CHeers bro.. Your smile brought a huge smile on my face too.. God bless

[@gsrox2007]

Congratulations on your dream car! Now go hit those trails! Cheers!

[@Goblin4WD]

Sir i seem to be in the same position as you were, had been following the three door version and was waiting for the same to come to india and as a add on it came as 5 door, yesterday I did the test drive for the first time and it blew me off both in city highway in shimla and small off road patch and btoh roads it managed amazingly. I have a gypsy king 2014. I wanted to ask one thing what's your local mountain mileage?? If driving on standard tyres and not offroad ones?????

[@33dreamer]

@silverbeast865 . I have done just 600kms and the gauge is showing a max mileage of 10.8 km/ltr .. let's hope it improves slightly.. will tune the car soon also there are lags at times when I need the power..

[@serious1587]

This video deserves at least a 100k more views. The presenter has done a really good job explaining the ins and outs of the car and he's a very sensible car owner.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for the kind words and encouragement 🎉❤

[@nitengg007007007]

Your Jimny looks more sophisticated and classy than others

[@motoroids]

Thanks

[@MB11183]

This is the only video I’ve ever watched which is 20+ mins Excellent review

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support ❤

[@user-wr2kz1yv2h]

I like how the dude wore no regrets on his T..... This the most honest review i have ever seen, just what i need to watch!!!!

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much for your support ❤

[@palliasridhar]

One of the most authentic reviews that i have ever seen. I wish all the reviews were this clear. Thanks a ton

[@gsrox2007]

❤ Gracias!!

[@vinogothai]

Nice review. Unbiased honest thoughts. Happy to see the Gypsy guest appearance 🤩 It will be interesting to have a comparison between Manual vs Automatic in multiple scenarios. Off-road, city traffic, urban and highways.

[@gypsyking4234]

Great real live user review Guru. I still remember your Gypsy videos back from 2010 when you had gone to the delaership to inspect your Gypsy before taking delivery. I got a brand new Gypsy in 2016 and Im glad that I did. I visit India every year and every time I drive this lovely 4X4, it gives me so much satisfaction and joy that my 535i does not. Keep up the good work buddy.

[@gsrox2007]

Oh wow that's really amazing! Nothing quite like buying a Gypsy new because nobody cares at the dealership 😂 They just want you gone with that eyesore so the pretty Altos and Wagon Rs can be delivered in peace. Thanks for reviving that memory ❤

[@davidstone921]

Thank you forsuch an honest & detailed updated review. In the U.K. I have had the original SWB version for 3 years, and most of your comments apply to this version also. I also drive a 2012 Defeder, but thje Jimny is far more responsive & even at my age, fun to drive. I just need the LWB version to make me really happy.! I live completely off-road, so a 4WD vehicle is a necessity, not a luxury, which is why I crave a LWB Jimny! I have also replaced the original tyres on the Jimny; the originals gave very poor grip on my track when it's muddy.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you David! Appreciate the kind words. Let us know when you get the 5 Door LWB.

[@IFESANMIGODPIKIN]

Hello, i am a nigerian and i like your review; very precise and explicit.

[@motoroids]

Thanks 🙏

[@HornbillStudios]

Guru, that’s a phenomenal ownership report ❤

[@ignatiusrodrigues1160]

Great review. I could watch this video without skipping any part of it. Way more informative and buyer/user friendly then many other auto reviews. Great observations and Pro unbiased feedback. Keep up the good work.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much! ❤🎉

[@mech7able]

Love this, excellent review and mods! The grill does stand out a lot and in a nice way. I learnt driving in a gypsy and love how they kept the speedometer the same as the gypsy; gives it that familiar nostalgic touch. Hope someday I will be able to buy the manual; will probably take the overtakes and the throttle response issues.😄

[@gsrox2007]

Gypsy is still my first ❤ Glad you liked the review. The throttle response issue is present in both the MT and AT.

[@khraw4189]

Your command of the English language is commendable and the insight or review of the car is useful and unbiased. Appreciated it. Keep up with it. Looking forward to more of your content.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@srikeerthiks]

Way to go! Sicking to your word and loving your car. More (s)miles to you and JG

[@sushmasrikeerthi1886]

Great vid Gru ! 👍👍7:14 is pure joy 🤩

[@1984juanification]

Awesome review.. 🙂 it will be a great help to make up my mind getting jimny next year.

[@twowheeledparadox]

Thank you for making this video! You've shared a lot of useful observations about the Jimny. I have watched the video twice now to go over all the points. Oh, and that front grill looks excellent!

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much 🎉

[@twowheeledparadox]

@@gsrox2007 So, I just picked up a Zeta MT in the same colour. I will be getting the same grill that you have on your Jimny.

[@jaydipshah8736]

Motoroids has always been a channel expressing genuine reviews visave some other paid review channels .. I genuinely appreciate your work! Uall r the long term winning horses!!! Cheers !! Keep up!

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support ❤

[@amaath2]

Thanks for the in-depth and honest review, Guru. ❤

[@gsrox2007]

Appreciate your support ❤

[@sameer_dhingra]

Thanks for the excellent video. It really helps me with my Jimny purchase.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support! Glad we could help 🍻

[@sanketgawas815]

Best unbiased ownership review I have ever seen....

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@dhruvi3190]

I have the manual. Only upgrde so far is the tyres: 215. The manual gives me control over gears. It allows me to still milk as much peppiness from it as possible. It doesn't feel as sluggish and disappointing as many AT users find it to be, who are rushing to get a throttle controller. I've used it on full load at altitudes up to 3500m. The only time I really felt the lack of power was while doing long stretches of steep inclines, where the car suddenly starts bonking and needs prior downshifting ( to first, even second at higher speeds doesn't cut it). My other cars would do the same patch easily on 2nd. now ill get a TC too and hope it further improves the responsiveness. Very happy with the decision to go for manual.

[@gsrox2007]

Nothing quite like a good old manual transmission. The auto is definitely easier to live with off-road and you'll have fewer scenarios with a burnt clutch. The Auto also doesn't stall as much so less frustrating on the rocky bits. That said, the best solution is to have one of each eh? :) Cheers!

[@joeaabraham]

Straight from the heart ! Thanks for sharing

[@motoroids]

Cheers

[@chichawm]

Its always good to hear from you. I own the Alpha AT here in Mizoram. Most of us having AT have 8-10 km/l. Regarding the sound- Adding a pair of tweeter change the sound a lot! happy Jimmying!

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much. My speaker upgrade is pending for a long time now. Hopefully this summer! 🍻

[@sozekeysersoze]

Great follow up review👍🏻 Cheers from Denmark🇩🇰

[@motoroids]

Thanks

[@gsrox2007]

Vielen Dank! ❤

[@knightd8233]

@gsrox2007, Guru your previous review and this review has been phenomenal. Both are detailed and to the point. You have told views from your own experience that you got from gypsy. i really appreciate that i got to listen to these two videos. and i could feel the smile on ur face after you switched on the throttle device. Keep going brother and thanks again.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much for your encouragement and support ❤

[@shankarbalan3813]

Good real world use review. The evc addition seems to be making a huge difference. And the Riggear seats must help a lot in Chennai. The other functional stuff is also appreciated.

[@gsrox2007]

A cool butt and lower back is a blessing in Chennai humidity. 18L and no ventilated seats!! I cannot accept any vehicle without ventilated seats anymore. I hope the market forces this as a standard/optional feature in every car.

[@raghunathnkkalidass347]

Excellent review… completely practical and well explained

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you ❤

[@ShantanuShukla]

+1 and lot of applauds for you man.... keep it up.

[@gsrox2007]

Gracias! Appreciate your support sir!

[@pawasdayal]

Maybe the best ownership review of Jimny on YT

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support! ❤

[@shergillchd]

I got mine jimnys Grill painted to body colour bluish black now, evcX installed from first week of purchase in June. Really character changed.

[@gsrox2007]

That EVC/EVCx is truly mindblowing right? Males you feel that the Jimny is not so bad after all! Enjoy your ride sir! 🎉

[@abdulsaboor3324]

Best review till now !

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much for your support Abdul!

[@avijitpathak1418]

Absolutely fantastic ownership review. Where can I see more content that's fronted/written by you?

[@dheeraj3945]

I kinda wished Amit to do the review before I started watching it. But you proved to be a True Guru and his match ❤

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks for your support. You might see me again soon 😅

[@RideOnThrottle]

Very beautifully explained👌, thank you for sharing your experience.

[@gsrox2007]

Gracias! Thank you for your support!

[@user-if6is5ic8w]

Thank u Mr guru... very informative

[@sameerchitnis6966]

Great watching your review Guru

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much Sameer ❤

[@Leon-lp9fl]

Super review. Thank you. Still with my 2010 Thar as the new one is not available here in SA. Waited for the 5 door Jimny to

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support ❤

[@youmayalsolike]

Great inputs, thank you very much

[@motoroids]

Glad it was helpful!

[@velociraptor7110]

7:12 that satisfying smile of a petrohead 😁. A very sensible review, thanks for putting out the vlog.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you kindly! ❤

[@amritt1989]

Gypsy is a punch to the face, while Jimny is a civil argument.

[@gsrox2007]

Haha nicely put 😂

[@AdityaJayaram]

Great review Guru!

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you Aditya 🎉

[@lalrinralte8299]

Fiercely honest and frank review. Thank you for being so bold. God bless you

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much! 💪🏾

[@manjunathams8865]

what a great review!

[@motoroids]

Glad you liked it!

[@vikramramprasad530]

Neat, but I disagree on the gypsy vs JIMNY You need to check the MT JIMNY which has a different gear ratios and until then can't decide if the gypsy is the king!! Wrt the rest suspension setup, a good stiffer set of dampers should help reduce the sway experienced Good job 🎉

[@bugsbunnybiker07]

Very nicely explained..👍

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support ❤

[@anilgangolli6681]

Lovely real time review as always.May I ask what the EVC 9 is and what are the EVC X features you did not find essential ?

[@gsrox2007]

I didn't need: 1. Valet mode 2. Lock mode 3. Launch mode 4. Phone app Valet mode is useful and throttle lock is also quite useful particularly when you park outdoors but that's not a concern for me. Hope this helps!

[@alenphilip]

This guy s what I call an honest review ❤

[@motoroids]

Thanks

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you ❤

[@adityavarma4415]

Great well said review

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much ❤

[@ew2b]

Nice post-purchase review. Could you also provide some info on where you procured some of the accessories from?

[@andresdigi25]

Greetings from Colombia. I also have a 5 door Jimny and I share a lot of the same feelings about this car with you

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks for writing in! Hope your Jimny ownership experience is fun, thrilling and trouble free!

[@tripura123abc]

honest review thanks.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you ❤

[@user-ei3md7jb9e]

I drove the manual version, below are pros and cons: 1) Front seats comfortable, enough knee room 2) Suspension is Good 3) Interior front cluster is ok ok 4) Back seat thigh support - Big no : one cant sit for even an hour 5) Gear rod felt vibrating all along the drive : Big no 6) Noise from engine - can be managed if we used to it. 7) from back seat it looked like a passenger auto so it cant be your family car. For Hilly areas you consider. However some modification needed for back seat.

[@gsrox2007]

Yes those back seats could have been better. All they needed to do was add a bit more recline, thigh support and a central armrest. The could have added 60:40 split OR two single seats considering this is a 4 seater. You know what? It'll be awesome with two single seats instead of this bench. Hmmm...

[@NaveenArur]

awesome review

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much!

[@BorisEkner]

Throttle controllers … I opted for the Torqit one from Australia because it had - 1. Intelligent Mode where it learns my kind of driving 2. Has an antitheft mode which disables the accelerator. At the time of purchase it was far from the cheapest but had the features I was looking for.

[@gsrox2007]

The Ultimate-9 evcx also has the same features. All these throttle tuners are more or less the same.

[@kranthikvemparala]

I felt the review is honest and would like to know more

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you sir!

[@kethelowazah2393]

The chrome statement was spot on

[@gsrox2007]

Haha so glad so many people are anti-chrome! 😂

[@atombomb6719]

Sweet looking Ride 🎉

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you! 🎉

[@hiiimaaaa]

Does the evcx throttle controller work with Manual models? Just bought a zeta mt. Haven't done any mods besides the trays, cupholders and armrest It does feel quite slow. I'm not mad about it but would prefer it to be a bit more responsive

[@user-we6fz5ux4b]

Great review,Guru. Facing the same issue regarding ride quality with the rear loaded down & overtaking really is very frustrating..Will try the EVC tuner & keep my fingers crossed. Is it available online/ do let me know where I can get one. Keep up the good work ✌️

[@gsrox2007]

I got my evc from STR Works India

[@4g5y]

thank you for the honest feedback. I really like its size, the way it looks, the quality of sheet metal and the character it poses. The Jimny got its limitations like the 4 speed AT and lack of practicality in the cabin etc., and we knew that already, but what makes it difficult to digest is the pricing. At 18.3 lakhs on road for the Alpha AT, it is too costly for what it offers in 2023. Wish Suzuki had a better engine and gearbox to start with.

[@gsrox2007]

It is 2L overpriced but an Alto AMT is 7.5L today 😮 Car prices are just silly at the moment...

[@4g5y]

@@gsrox2007 Car prices in the Indian market are in a big bubble post Corona. Alto has no business being at 7.5 lakhs. No wonder the sales are dwindling for that. Why would anyone not pick up a brand new MG Comet for a little more and save a ton on fuel & service while having a much superior car?? Anyways, I think the bubble got a few big holes and it's going to burst in January, a lot of unsold 2023 inventory is going to bring the market back to customers.

[@madhumohandamodhar5010]

This review is also very useful and replete with sensible suggestions from the 'Guru". Thanks. Can you send me the links for the Instrument console tray and the Declathon pouch. Not able to locate them on my own, hence the request. Thanks in advance

[@jamespaarrel3302]

Great review, owner of one at. 1ooo kms now. Where do you pick up evc. Had gypsies too all models from 94 to 22 lpg fibre springs, except the dirt capabilities, jimny is better but the price. Best review on jimny. Your language and delivery excellent. All the best. Jj.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for you support. I got my EVC from Tapaswi Racing in Bamgalore.

[@sudeen69]

Hey Guru must your review is like a pro!! I waited long for Jimny for long and i was very disappointed with the size and hight!! It just put me off!! I didn't even have a test drive!! I just went for Fronx instead, I dont regret it!! Your review kind of made me feel i was right not to buy it.

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks mate! Yes it is not for everyone and the Fronx is a looker. Both have weird names so 😂

[@DJRANA.]

Cool Video.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you ❤

[@Looktheotherway]

Excellent review Guru. Very nicely presented as always. A suggestion - go for a good suspension, change the spark plugs, put a performance air filter and see how it puts an even bigger smile on your face…cheers

[@gsrox2007]

I'll share once I get a few upgrades done. I'm very cautious with mechanical upgrades as I tend to believe that the engineers know a little bit more than the average joe. Plenty of heavily modded Jimny videos out there already but I'll take my time with this. Thanks for the kind words!! ❤

[@shankarbalan3813]

Performance air filters allow a lot of muck into the engine, in our heavily polluted conditions. Preferable to stay with the stock air cleaner/ air filters.

[@Looktheotherway]

@@shankarbalan3813 what would you have to say about replacement filters from let’s say BMC

[@shankarbalan3813]

@@Looktheotherway I’ve used K&N and all. I stand by what I said. The filter element is wider and more porous which enables the engine to breathe more freely. At the same time, it allows in bigger particles of impurities and grime and dust and all, as compared with the OEM filters. This has been my experience on a couple of cars and I am just staying with stock.

[@Looktheotherway]

@@shankarbalan3813 thank you for your valuable inputs Shankar. Am on the way to reverting to OEM. Your logic is impeccable as always. Did some lookup and found your inputs spot on.

[@suraj4tech]

Very good review

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support ❤

[@udairandhawa]

Nice video.. can u pls advise where can we source EVC throttle tuner, i just need the basic one .. the one you have in your Jimny.. Thanks..

[@arpittripathi8464]

Lovely review

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much ❤

[@arpittripathi8464]

I keep coming back to this review just listen to you talk (and because I love Jimny) .. classic stuff man . Well done !!

[@Airwarriortheindian]

Thank you very much for the review sir. I bought the Jimny Zeta manual white last month. Not even completed 800kms The throttle controller which is fitted in your Jimny, will be suitable for my manual one. Please provide & empower me with your most valued suggestions. I am at Rajapalayam. I love mountains and forests. I often visit Mudumalai and Sathyamangalam. Till today I have not done any off roading. Thanking you for reading my comment. Jaihind

[@gsrox2007]

Yes it goes well even in the manual variant. All the best and thanks for your support 🎉

[@sangrammohite3822]

Very nice and honest review. Where did you get the spare wheel cover from? Keep up the good work. Regards.

[@gsrox2007]

Spare wheel cover from Harman Impex.

[@pratikthomas91]

Hey man, really nice review! Was hoping to know where we could purchase the grill you got for your Jimny.

[@gsrox2007]

Plenty of dealers selling the grill in various designs. I got mine from Harman Impex who was the only guy with accessories at the time.

[@akashmehandiratta9909]

Hi, came across your review and loved the content. I recently bought the Alpha AT and wanted to know how to buy the Ultimate9 EVC throttle controller? Searched the web but did not find any solid leads. Any help would be great in finding a trusted vendor/store for it. I’m based in Delhi. Cheers

[@jagadishdasari6466]

Boss(Shivaji) your knowledge of vehicle tuning is amazing! You are right when you said the JIMNY offered to Indians is hopeless car...

[@gsrox2007]

I don't remember saying the Jimny is a hopeless car 🤔 I own one. The white Jimny in this video is mine and I love it. It is certainly not for everyone but it is just right for me.

[@Airwarriortheindian]

He never said that the Indian Jimny is hopeless. Instead he said that the Indian Jimny build quality is same as and at par with international standard.

[@PrabhpalSMavi]

Thank you 😊

[@GauravChauhan-mo2nv]

Hi! Mr. Guru, Would you please share about how you procured the EVC controller. Your videos have been instrumental in my decision to purchase a jimny alpha and I want to get the EVC fitted on my jimny as well.

[@DPR178]

Nice point on the soft suspension. Also, where did you source your aftermarket grill?

[@gsrox2007]

Plenty of dealers now. Back when I got it there was only Harman Impex.

[@ajayrath7630]

can you let me know from where did you buy the E V C . Can you please share the link. and how much did it cost you

[@KogantiHemanthVishnu]

Hi Guru na, I have driven my Jimny 6.5K kilometers so far and more over your OTR drive mate

[@gsrox2007]

See you soon!

[@palashchoudhury5565]

Front Grill luks Great

[@gsrox2007]

I think so too! 😎

[@sivasundar7074]

Hi Guru great and very useful ownership review… possible to discuss with before I decide to own one … pls let me know…. Thanks In Advance …

[@mannsinghs]

Thank you so much Guru.....Now Jimny seems practical with that EVC . Please share from where to get the same.

[@gsrox2007]

STR Works India is where I purchased it.

[@falconheavy6774]

10:45 Try holding the ESP button down for 8 seconds, it will turn on” ESP maintainance mode active” which should negate the problem of electronic cutting off the power. Hope that helps.

[@motoroids]

Great tip

[@gsrox2007]

Yes that's my standard setting when I go off road. I keep it active on tarmac.

[@reyprotskiful]

Hi mate, please show the link where you purchased the cover for the rear door defrost lines. Love your very comprehensive review. Thanks from Australia.

[@gsrox2007]

These were imported from Japan but you can find all manner of accessories through various dealers and online. I bought it from a local dealer here in India.

[@anandkejdiwal9182]

Finally someone who knows what he is talking about and not just talking shit

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support!

[@ffrankenstein3]

Nice review guru , the front springs are also very soft and bottom out. Are planning for a lift ?

[@gsrox2007]

Yes. 2" should clear the 235-75-15 mud terrain tires. That's as far as I want to go.

[@bhattacharyasandeep]

Superb review / long term report, Guru. Honest words from a real guru, eh ? How would you rate the car for a 80/20 family use / occasional trip to buy ? Is the FE worth the smile on your face, at times ? Is it comfortable in the city with mixed good / bad roads ? I'm sure it's narrow width is a boon in tight parking spaces (one of the reasons to buy it), but does the large-ish turn radius defeat the purpose ? IS the auto really that bad with FE ? Can I expect 14kpl with moderate usage ?

[@gsrox2007]

If you had said 80-20 on and off road, I would have said yes go ahead. Ideally 60-40/70-30. If you aren't going to go off-road then why saddle yourself with a Jimny? For the looks? For 18L there are so many options that will serve your family better. The Jimny is for taking off-road. In the absence of that usage scenario, the compromises outweigh the benefits. The rest of the discussion about the FE / Turning Radius are moot. Fundamentally you WANT the Jimny because of how it looks or the prospect of going off-road. I choose to live with the poor FE, apalling turning circle and space/feature compromises BECAUSE I go off-road every weekend. If my requirement was long-drives and Ladakh, I would have bought a more spacious and comfortable vehicle like an Innova/Carens/Ertiga.

[@chirab1967]

Sir, why would u prefer a Front wheel for Ladakh?

[@bhattacharyasandeep]

@@gsrox2007 Thanks for the help in deciding and with Maruti throwing in a 1L discount, got my Alpha Auto on 07 Jan. Looking forward to some great drives soon.

[@ajittapaswi]

The Ultimate 9 EVC is a game changer for all the cars Auto as well as the manual.

[@gsrox2007]

A lot of people have driven my car and appreciated the difference the throttle tuner has made.

[@sarath128]

Hi Very good unbiased review. How does the the EVC throttle controller affected ur mileage? Does it need an expert to fit the same? Does it affect warranty of the car?

[@gsrox2007]

Completely diy installation. Takes about 10-15 minutes to get the positioning right and secure the cables with the provided cable ties. Mileage is not a huge issue for me but given that it encourages you to drive faster, you might see a drop in Ultimate modes. In passthrough, eco and adaptive, it is about the same as stock.

[@hridaypradhan4999]

Amazing video. All your points were spot on. I've driven it for 1800kms until now. Have you tried using 95 Octane? It helped mitigate the low rmp knock induced roughness. The fuel consumption has also reduced by 1kmpl increasing the average to 10.5kmpl. I've been driving mostly in the city. Do let me know.

[@gsrox2007]

I'm more of a "fill it with whatever I can get!" kind of driver. I don't really get too caught up in fuel efficiency figures. Having too much fun at the moment. I'm more keen to try e20 fuel but these dispensers are hard to come by in Chennai at least.

[@hridaypradhan4999]

@@gsrox2007 The car is new so I'm trying to find that perfect drive.The car definitely demands more awareness from your driving skills as well as your surroundings. The low rpm knock. Do you have it too? I'm keen on trying E20 too.

[@handlehbt]

Great review ! Ironically, I’ve just completed 3,000kms on my Jimny today ! I love it ! It just looks and feels like such a friendly car. I need to get the throttle controller asap, overtaking is a kill. Where can I buy the one you have ? For the dashboard tray, I would have suggested to go for the tray by a brand called Seiwa; it is just a heavy silicone tray without any adhesive tapes. It stays in place and can be washed too or removed (if you want to do away with it for a change of look). It has a unique phone stand design that does not obstruct the view permanently. I would highly suggest a splash guard sheet below the engine bay. I went thru some heavy slush and damn my engine got mud splash all over it till the bonnet. Spot-cleaning it was a nightmare ! Would not suggest keeping phone/wallet in the door handle cups. There is a cordura style elasticated bag available that slots over the gear box. Really neat and functional accessory. A couple of questions: 1) can we spray wash (at low water power intensity) the engine ? If yes, any major precautions ? 2) I am thinking of getting a LineX coating done on my bumpers and fenders. It will make them rock solid ! The question here - will this coating (front bumper) hinder my airbags functionality ? Thanks in advance ! And, enjoy the Jimny Life !

[@gsrox2007]

Congratulations on the 3K! I got my Throttle controller via Tapasviracing. Someone had shared the phone number on Teambhp. I will check out the SEIWA tray. I am assuming this goes on top of the instrument cluster? Engine splash guard might be necessary with the rains coming up. I could be wrong but someone told me these encourage rats to hang out away from the wet / flooded ground during rains and increases the chance of rodent wiring damage. I guess rats can find a place to chill regardless :) At the moment my phone hangs out on the instrument cluster storage unit. I want to add a magnet to this so the phone doesn’t bounce off when I hit a pothole.

[@gsrox2007]

1. Can you spray wash the engine? I generally don’t do this unless it is extremely dirty but the user manual doesn’t explicitly say that you shouldn’t wash it. I tend to clean it without involving any water. I might use a damp towel or a dab of detergent worst case. 2. The Line-X coatings are great but they are much rougher looking than the finish you have at present on the bumpers. There is no airbag sensor in the ABS plastic bumpers front and rear. You need to make sure you don’t clog up the headlight washer units.

[@handlehbt]

@@gsrox2007thank you for your reply. Totally agree on the default Auto Start/Stop - annoying (and dangerous). Had to take a u-turn on a highway - braked, standstill, just when I was ready to go - the car was sleeping !!

[@wagsbass]

Agree with you on the Auto Stop\Start, it ruins the battery and is annoying as heck

[@skg901]

Thanks Guru ji for detailed review telling us crucial details no one has told yet... Need these questions answered.. 1. Can we mount a roof rack? Is one available. 2. Can the real suspension be stiffened up a bit? Is it advisable?

[@gsrox2007]

1. Yes you can mount a roof rack but I am not sure what the load rating is. My research so far has suggested a 40 Kg load limit which is pretty useless IMO. It also adds drag and noise and shifts the CG further up which results in exaggerated body roll. 2. Rear suspension needs to be stiffer and with better damping. I am exploring Eibach Springs and Bilstein Dampers as I don't want to add any lift. The ideal situation needs to be a stock replacement.

[@skg901]

@@gsrox2007 thank you so much...

[@harshadpatil53]

@@gsrox2007 Will Rogerab Coil buffers for rear springs be a simple solution? Will they suit the Jimny?

[@martinzohminga143]

Where can I get the evc throttle controller

[@destinationgps]

To be very honest, this is most details review i found on KZbin. I would really appreciate if you can answer my query. I want to buy a Jimny Manual, please suggest should i go for this or not. If Yes, please tell me the reason If No, why it so .

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support ❤ The Manual is fun to drive. It should deliver better mileage in the city but the automatic delivers better mileage on the highway due to the final gear ratio in 4th (AT) vs 5th (MT). You need an additional 400 rpm approximately in the MT to maintain 100 kph. The AT is also easier to drive off road because it doesn't stall. I would pick the AT if the budget allows.

[@Raghumudipu]

100% true about chrome on body of cars! Can you give me details about where did you buy that all black honeycomb grille? Which brand and price please!! Thankyou! I'm getting ready to take delivery of jimny in a few days!

[@gsrox2007]

I got it from Harman Impex. There are plenty of guys selling similar products now. Also check on Simply Jimny Forums.