Jimny @15K Km | Nobody will tell you this!

He's back with a vengeance, ready to spill the beans. Join Guru for an in-depth update on his 15000 Km journey with the Jimny. He's got insider tips on must-have products and fuel-saving tricks. And you won't want to miss his candid thoughts on the Jimny discount saga. Get ready for a raw, heartfelt ride!
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[@shrinivaskrish]

Brutally honest review from a true fanboy

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you. Someone had to say it. Things have gotten out of hand! 😢

[@devanathanbalaji]

That statement about calling it a Gypsy... pure genius. Up in the mountains, in Lauhul, Spiti and Many places in Ladakh, the Gypsy was go to car thru the seasons. Now it's being replaced by the Jimny. So calling it a Gypsy woild have been brilliant 👍🏽

[@gsrox2007]

I agree!! 2010 Gypsy brand new and then 2023 Jimny brand new. All used cars in between. That is a picture of me with my modded Gypsy ❤ Thanks for the support and encouragement!

[@arjabbasu3455]

Thanks Guru! You have brought forth what other so called "esteemed auto journalists" would never dare to do. You have called out Maruti & made mincemeat of their pricing, branding & product positioning policies. This review of yours resonates with all of us, Jimny owners. Thanks once again 😊

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support and encouragement. Let's see if I get to review another Maruti vehicle after this 😂

[@handlehbt]

@@gsrox2007They may not invite you, but they can’t stop you from reviewing one ! Stay true to what you are doing Guru !

[@arjabbasu3455]

@@gsrox2007 actually if Maruti doesn't allow you in future review, that will only cement the fact that you were absolutely right in your Jimny assessment! :-)

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks guys ❤ I tried to find a fair balance but this one hit too close to home for me 😢

[@BertieJasokie]

I'm not a big fan, but the proper 4wd with the narrow body is great practical choice for me. They need some bare bones versions too for much cheaper, that would draw a lot more people and have a loyal following for decades to come.

[@gsrox2007]

This is already very bare bones don't you think? They just got greedy!

[@BertieJasokie]

@@gsrox2007 10 lakh for a zeta is ok value not great, but a sub 9 lakh sigma with Power steering and AC will make an excellent workhorse.

[@kseth6992]

Watching this again .. your video should be a must watch for all Jimmy owners ! Highlights safety issues that all need to be aware of ! Well done .

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you sirji ❤ I appreciate the support!

[@SurajSinghTomarArya]

3-4000 Jimny are being exported from india every month. With the current discounts this car is awesome value.

[@gsrox2007]

Agreed 100%

[@bhattacharyasandeep]

Super ! Your honesty is simply fantastic. In fact, it is your video that helped me decide to get a Jimny Alpha AT during the Dec 23 discount session. Thanks for being the voice of the community. The issues you have brought out have also been noticed by me. The car sage to the right, noticed it in the workshop during my second service on 06 Jul 24. The SA agreed, the technicians also noticed it, but was attributed to the slightly heavy biolt technician in the driver seat. Yes, it did stabilize on an even keel after ho got down. I made it a point to check the Bangle on my rear PS, however, since I have not gone off tarmac in 6 months, no such ring was observed. MSIL should listen to you and make a refund. Maybe throw in some extra warranty, service costs as reimbursement, etc. Maybe some free accessories ! They did give a lot with the thunder edition that I have. I was in two minds about the "Summit Seeker" decals, but it kinda looks good now. Helps differentiate my Jimny from the rest of the lot, even a heavily modded THAR ! Much that I dislike the Auto Start Stop, it is as convenient to depress one switch after starting, has become an SOP for me now. If you forget, you will not forget again, once it activates and irritates you ! I'm keeping the stock tyres and they are super quite, light and comfortable. Also, I feel the steering weighs down with these thick and heavy tyres. I do use the throttle to accelerate and "make" it upshift, to 3 and 4 as I wish. The Jimny returns about 10-11 in Bhopal city usage. Have got 15.15 kpl on a Bhopal-Mandu-Bhopal trip (TFtoTF) and 13.7 kpl on a Bhopal-Pachmarhi-Bhopal trip. Will be going to Indore and Ujjain shortly, will post kpl post trip. Very, very comfortable car, ultra smooth engine and gearbox and still a head turner in my area and city till date. The THAR is synonymous with "chaapris" and their videos on the internet are proof enough.

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks for the report Sandeep. Anything 10+ is good fuel efficiency. The problem for me is I do some off road driving every weekend and the average drops to 6/7. Getting the mid numbers back up after that is difficult. I echo your thoughts on the comfort and refinement. Shame that so many people put road presence and mean looks above practicality and efficiency. Thank you for your support and encouragement ❤

[@Love4Bharat]

Keep posting the average of next two trips. Tank to tank? Or

[@bhattacharyasandeep]

​@@Love4Bharat Got a combined average of 12.7 kpl (incl about 60 km in city, daily traffic) for onward Bhopal-Indore-Ujjain leg. The return was straight Ujjain-Bhopal, in which the Jimny returned 15.45 kpl, all measured TF to TF. The display was showing 16.2 kpl on the return leg. I'm truly impressed.

[@user-if7rq1gd6e]

Totally agreed what you have said. Maruti has laid us down who were over enthusiastic and brought the Jimny at such a high price. Really felt cheated. Rightly said that Maruti should compensate these customers by providing some upgrade.

[@gsrox2007]

Money back is the only solution. Had this happened in Japan we would be seeing a public apology by those responsible and compensation.

[@rmanusmare]

@@user-if7rq1gd6e +1. Maruti let down its most loyal customers!

[@ankit_kakran]

Absolutely gutted by the price cut!! Owned the very first Jimny in my city.. now my friends/family members make fun.

[@paulm.k.8740]

The technical content in your video is impressive!

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it ❤

[@arpittripathi8464]

Superb stuff as always - and loved the funny names to topics .. great going

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks and glad you liked it. Thanks to Motoroids for allowing me do masti 😂

[@leoilango3373]

What an awesome video. Shows you have petrol in your veins. Quite comprehensive for a fanboy and blunt in your cribbing too. Brought me fond memories one of the earliest green gypsies my dad brought home from his office in kohima in 1986...

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks for the ❤ and yes! Gypsy forever!

[@HornbillStudios]

Good to see some one who understands Engineering speak than hearing some BS for KZbin views

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you!! ❤

[@BorisEkner]

I have a 2022 3-door Jimny and an agree with everything you say. No, it’s not a car for everyone, but it is a car for the ones who want an honest and very capable 4x4 off-roader that is easily driven as a daily driver. On top of that it is highly customizable to suit any needs of any owner. My Jimny will be the last car I own. I will take care of it so my youngest son inherit it when I’m gonevv

[@gsrox2007]

The car is honest, the marketing hyped it up as something it was not meant to be. This is a great car to save for the future generation. They will love it, grow up with it and, one day, own and enjoy it. This is the beginning of a long love story ❤

[@AnilJacobs]

Great post mortem, well informed technical issues and no nonsense influencer hyperbole. Puts auto journalists to shame. Will be nice to hear what Maruti Engineers are going to do about the prop shaft damages. Great work, nicely scripted. Thx!

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for the ❤ and support. I'm eagerly waiting to hear what Maruti does to fix these issues. I wouldn't hold my breath though...

[@abhikmehul7021]

There are very few automobile reviewers like you in India. Kudos and thanks to you as I also bought throttle controller EVC X9 for my car after watching your previous review of Jimny

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks for the ❤ and support!! Hope you are enjoying the throttle tuner and your jimny!

[@internationalpulse]

Good one, thanks for speaking for us who got it early

[@gsrox2007]

Misery loves company 😂 Glad you liked the video! Thanks for the support!

[@harshadpatil53]

Maruti can look at a simple extended warranty for the "original" lot of owners... That can build back the goodwill.

[@gsrox2007]

I want to be compensated in cash so I can spend on mods. A Maruti generally doesn't need an extended warranty. Well made and affordable spares and service. Cash please 😂

[@akashnag3879]

Thank you for your insights, I own a jimny and I should be aware of your points.

[@gsrox2007]

Let us know if your Jimny also shows Bangle Gate or the lean to the right side. Thanks for supporting us ❤

[@akashnag3879]

@@gsrox2007 Hi!! can the bangle gate issue be resolved with lifts?? or after market raised suspension?

[@LifeOfAnuketa]

Each point nailed it, every point is just spot on. This is the greatest video ever seen on KZbin

[@gsrox2007]

I'm not about that but than you so much nevertheless ❤ Your support means a lot 🙏🏽

[@aravindprakkanam]

Absolutely true, every single word you said. They really got the premium crap all wrong. This was never designed to be luxurious. It's a simple, tough as nails, 4wd. And that's why people buy it. It is not meant to be bagged & have 21" rims slapped on either. Anyway, thanks for putting up an honest video.

[@gsrox2007]

I really started to question my observations when the pricing was announced. I assumed I was the idiot because surely Maruti wouldn't make such a colossal blunder. I was right, they were wrong and I doubted myself!

[@dr.amitrevandkar644]

Good one Guru ji! Very informative. Thank you

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you Doc ❤

[@runkevin]

Recently took my Jimny from Jammu to Chandigarh and back. It gave 18 kmpl and I was shocked. I bought the Jimny after getting inspired by you and yes even I feel my lifestyle has elevated after getting the Jimny. I did face a lot of issues regarding the wheel alignment and the service centre people were not very supportive but I got it fixed and will keep fixing it. Also I love your reviews man. Hope to see more content from you.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for the ❤ Kevin! Glad to see you enjoying your ride the way it was meant to be. 18kpl is impressive indeed 😮

[@gsrox2007]

How did you sort out the wheel alignment issue? Let us know.

[@runkevin]

@@gsrox2007 Sir at first they were very reluctant and they kept saying that since you have upgraded the wheels we can’t help you. I lost my cool and I rang up regional head and I told him that my issue is not being resolved. Then he told me that you have upgraded the wheels that’s why it’s happening. I asked them to bring the demo Jimny and replace the wheels, they did that and the alignment was still out. Finally they called some engineer from other state and they did alignment and steering angle sensor reset and now my alignment is perfect.

[@runkevin]

@@gsrox2007 the service centre people have a theory which I feel is completely wrong . According to them the vehicle should go straight for some seconds. It’s completely false my cars go straight as long as the road is , they go straight. I have somehow managed to maintain my father’s s 97 esteem and even that goes straight. The second issue that I faced around 5000 km in my Jimny was steering wobble when I was pressing breaks gradually. I got the wheels balanced again at 5000, the problem got rectified. Despite all this I am loving the Jimny. I drive it everyday to work.

[@vagabondwanderers]

Amazing insights!!

[@gsrox2007]

Super chuffed you liked the video! Thanks mate ❤

[@NITHINMATHEWS-i9c]

Awesome video. True enthusiast

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you kind sir ❤

[@saikat1969utube]

Knowing about such a serious technical issue which Maruti has not addressed so-far, I cancelled my booking although the offer was too tempting. Thank you for such a beautiful review which you have said rightly that nobody else will tell.

[@gsrox2007]

Sorry to hear that but it is what it is. Let's see if Maruti issues a fix.

[@saikat1969utube]

If they had a fix, they would have given you long back. They are now clearing stocks , and prefered to maintain silence. I consider it a lot of hard earned money even after discount. I restrained myself from this impulsive buy ignoring what my heart says . Maruti probably taking chance for next 5 years till the extended warranty. After that the buyers are on their own. I believe you have contacts inside Maruti, have they rectified in the current built cars ? I thank you from my heart to save me from future agony.

[@NemysisPrime]

Man... Beautiful analysis..... New subscriber here, but here to stay for your analysis.. Thank you.. 😊

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you!! Truly appreciate the ❤ and the Sub 💪🏾

[@77huawei]

superbly honest review Guru. Your take on the Gypsy branding is in truly spot on..

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you! I ❤ Gypsy.

[@armelia9945]

Loved the video, especially the last part about the pricing. I was one of the 'First to Book' & one of the "First to Cancel" all due to the Exorbitant Pricing which Maruti truly Mucked Up and still Did/Will not admit their Blunder, instead ARROGANCE all the way, even to date. As a person who had owned a 4-5 Gypsy vehicles in my life time, I had also predicted sales of 15,000 in the initial period and then a TRICKLE, true to form and a mileage of 8-9kms per litre which the Gypsy gave and with 5-8 seats - NOT THE FOUR [4] that the Jimny offers. Now for the same money (without the off-road) an MG Hector with 5-7 Seats would be a better bet 😉, at least you get ALL THE CREATURE COMFORTS 😊. How Maruti Hyped the Vehicle/Mileage, then kept us all WAITING WAITING from the Launch to the Delivery Day for what? Shame on you Maruti....

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks for the ❤ and support. 🤛🏾 From another Gypsy owner. That's me with my mg413w 2010 in the video 😎

[@devrhenius876]

Fantastic as usual, Guru, the prop shaft problem alone can be a potential deal breaker, hope Maruti tunes into this video

[@gsrox2007]

Waiting for them to get back to me since 21st March 2024. Should I expect them to do anything about it? It is an easy fix but for some reason they seem to be delaying the execution of the fix.

[@Raghumudipu]

Gypsy! Absolute truth! The name should have been this! I told it to the sales representative when I test drove it! It would have carried a lot of emotions and legacy which could have resulted in a bit more sales!

[@gsrox2007]

@@Raghumudipu I am sure many feel the same way. You cannot impose a legacy on a region. Jimny will now forever be known as "discount waala gaadi". So much for legacy!

[@Raghumudipu]

@@gsrox2007 Better late than never! Maruti should compensate the initial buyers in one way or other! They should be big hearted!

[@drivelazy]

Experienced the brake issue several times during Ladakh trip. It's scary sometimes

[@gsrox2007]

Oh no! Did you implement the workaround?

[@mapuiachhakchhuak6137]

now that you mentioned it, there was a thar parked outside one of delhi showroom as well during the jimny promotion

[@gsrox2007]

😂 That's hilarious. I wish my theory is real. Maruti published the dates for which showroom would have the Jimny and made it easier for Mahindra to know where to park the Thar 😂😂

[@cmdiablo100]

Thank you for the honest review. Sorely lacking from most others irrespective of the vehicle in question. 🍻 from the heart. Well done.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much! It really means a lot to me ❤

[@shankarbalan3813]

Good one my friend. Indeed those taller bump-stops made of higher density rubber is a good upgrade to do I think. It is true that the Jimny makes a noticeable thud when crossing speed breakers and things. I’m actually upgrading the bump stops soon and am hoping it will solve that thud. Regarding the ‘listing’ towards the driver side, this is an issue also in the Gypsy. Probably because the differentials are off centre. Saying that, let me drive my Jimny a little longer and see if this listing happens.

[@amithdsml8641]

Why KZbin showed me your video today… you guys are the genius with whom it’s worth spending time..🎉

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much Amit!! Glad you enjoyed this video. I have several other videos here on Motoroids about the Jimny and also the Gurkha 5-door for you to check out. Thanks so much for your support and encouragement!

[@handlehbt]

DISCOUNTS….. I wrote to Mr.Shashank Srivastava citing my grievance about the high discount, having purchased the car at the original price. The reply I received from him was, Quote: “Thank you for your email. The discounts are only available for December for year end stock. There is no change in prices as such. With the Jimny you have made the right choice. Best wishes, Shashank Srivastava”. Unquote: The reply made no sense and the excuse for year end stock is laughable ! Strangely, even I suggested to the Nexa guys that they should have named it Gypsy; it would have made a difference in Indian market. We have been a regular Maruti customer since the very first Maruti 800 back in the early 90’s, but this DISCOUNT issue has made this my last Maruti Suzuki purchase.

[@gsrox2007]

Buy Maruti only in January/February. The rest of the year the showrooms should be empty. Isn't this what maruti is telling us? Buy at launch and you'll be made to look foolish in 6 months time!

[@handlehbt]

@@gsrox2007​​⁠Makes sense. He was probably telling us in cryptic terms on how to be savvy Maruti customers.

[@col.surindersinghghuman6580]

Couldn't agree MORE

[@dbssdas]

The prop-shaft hitting the chassis is a deal breaker and a serious concern. Yeah, I can definitely go for work around and jugard, but Maruti's stance of not doing a recall or for that matter, not updating you about the outcome of their findings, is a concern. The majority of people are buying Jimny now, is because of the price cut. Its mostly going to end up for city slickers. Same way as the Thar 4*2. The Thar however has some flex. I think the final nail in the coffin for Jimny is going to be when Mahindra launches a 5 door Thar 4*2.

[@gsrox2007]

5-door Thar could be here as early as next month. Yes it is very concerning that Maruti are not issuing a fix with urgency. Something like this is enough to halt production until it is resolved. I guess the shareholders are glad I don't run the factory 😂

[@dbssdas]

@@gsrox2007 The prop-shaft issue, is a good case of Class action suit. If not rectified now, Maruti might end up looking at a very expensive damage settlement. Besides, its a safety concern.

[@shivakumarthandavan9085]

Superbly Explained. Very educational, concise and clearly explained. I am extremely impressed and love the whole experience of the explanation. Please do many more to help us learn and take a calculated decision.😊

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@amithemdev8822]

very well said sir , maruti is responsible for the blunder . it was nice meeting you at the bangalore rock and road meet sir . hope maruti sees this vlog of urs and understand what went wrong . tc sir , see u soon.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for the ❤ and support sir 🙏🏽

[@mannsinghs]

Great review

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks so much ❤

[@alenphilip]

Guru yet another awesome video just spiting out facts ❤ Even I’m disappointed with Suzuki giving a 3 lakh discount on the Jimny just after we've made our purchase. Just imagine the frustration of Jimny owners who paid full price with their hard-earned money and took out loans. Suzuki should do something to earn back the brand loyalty and trust of their fans. The discounted price should have been the launch price!

[@gsrox2007]

They are a huge corporation. They can afford to piss off 100000 people. Sad but true... Next time I buy a Maruti it will be when it is heavily discounted or not at all.

[@user-hn5sc4tj2r]

Yes my jimny still leans over to the right after 50mm iron man lift kit

[@gsrox2007]

Yes a few other Jimny owners have written in with the same feedback. More investigation is needed now!

[@hermeslord]

I always believed that the Jimmy should have been left OG, that is the short wheelbase three door version. The long wheelbase doesn’t appeal to the enthusiast and the diminutive scale doesn’t appeal to the intimidation factor audience (thar customers) the fuel efficiency alienates the family single car buyers.

[@gsrox2007]

Yup a neither here nor there situation. But I'll tell you what, I need this extra space for my photography gear. Can't imagine living with the 3-door. It would be too impractical.

[@yoganathannatarajan4835]

Good video. Next time will think twice before ordering a suzuki product. Felt cheated by the price cut.

[@bennypremkumar8217]

Good review !!! Yes Maruti has made a big mistake by higher pricing and promoting Jimny as off-road vehicle which is main reason the sales took a deep dip, pray that Jimny should not be a lost gem in Indian market and may be a proper ad on Jimny connected with day to day drive , highway drive and last off road with family will be good idea.

[@gsrox2007]

I can't blame them for hyping the off-road capabilities. I just wish they had been less MBA driven and had a finger on the pulse of the enthusiasts in India. 10-15L on road would have been slightly less shocking and the initial sales would have been better. Ultimately it would have tapered off to 250 units a month and sustained at 150-200 long term. They have huge export commitments to keep the production line busy.

[@DWL31]

Prospective Jimny buyer. Is there a way to track the bangle problem apart from searching on the net. I asked the dealer and he has no clue. Apart from the thread in team-bhp, i see no other article on this. Thanks for all the technical insights and knowledge sharing. Helps newbies like me get a sense of the complexities involved.

[@gsrox2007]

Yes jugaad is possible but what we need is an engineered and tested fix from Maruti. This will be a longer bump stop combined with slightly taller suspension and stiffer springs + caster correction and panhard rod correction. There's no reason why consumers need to be running around trying to figure this out. Maruti needs to step up!

[@gsrox2007]

Glad you liked the video! Thanks for the ❤

[@prasunanand8402]

with each video from you , i get more confidence to get one :)

[@gsrox2007]

Don't mind my opinions on the Discount. Please get one at these prices. It is a stunning vehicle for someone seeking to break the mould.

[@gsrox2007]

And thank you for your support and encouragement ❤

[@jalexrosh]

Good honest review Guru. Waiting for more content from you. P.S: Your fuel economy drop could be due to the increase in ethanol% in petrol of recent. Its pretty much E20 everywhere now no matter if you get 95 or higher octane even.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you Alex! ❤ I had no idea they were increasing the ethanol ratio in all fuels. Good input, I'll look into this a bit more closely.

[@arijittalukder]

Fantastic review. As jimny owner i feel you are spot on with the review. Sincerely wish maruti compensates with the initial jimny owners with some thing..... In some way.!

[@gsrox2007]

Let them know your displeasure in writing! Thank you for your support and encouragement!

[@ravibasera1]

Was persuing Jimny right from its news at Moto expo to its media launch drive which happened at my hometown Dehradun. Was deeply disappointed at pricing and irritated at Maruti Suzuki honchos who treated potential buyers as poor fellows who do not deserve so called premium lifestyle product. I calculated back the pricing from the Kei Jimny that is sold at Japan and calculated the Indian cost by offsetting the currency exchange value and keeping in mind that the Japanese version has 0.6 ltr turbo and ADAS feature of 3 door Kei Japanese Jimny with longer 5 door Indian Jimny and I wasn't surprised to find that Jimny was still cheaper in Japan than India by 2 to 2.5 lakhs exshowroom. So now when the discounts have taken care of bruised egoes of Maruti Suzuki product position and pricing decision makers, I am finally buying one with even more price correction through discount mode that I gave a miss during last December Thunder edition offering because of my resentment towards Company.

[@gsrox2007]

They treated their customers really poorly. Many were forced to buy rubbish accessories and some of my friends who own Jimnys were even shouted at by certain dealers. Serves them all right. You cannot mistreat customers and expect it to not bite you in the ass. Glad you decided to go for it. The car is innocent ❤

[@rajeshnair2143]

Thank you very much for this video and on regularly updating us about your Jimny. I am not sure if my vehicle has been affected due to the propeller shaft issue- I havent done much off roading yet but I will definitely get it checked next service.. Will using stiffer springs or bump stops solve this issue?

[@gsrox2007]

If you can get the car on a lift or over a tire alignment pit and go check it underneath, you can tell pretty easily if the prop shaft has taken a hit or not. The easiest fix will be longer bump stops but it is not a technically correct solution. Better coil springs, dampers and bump stops will be needed (all three).

[@rajeshnair2143]

@@gsrox2007 Thank you.

[@confidential1234]

I am using jimny for past 45000km in stock condition and done many offroading in kerala still no technical issues.. suspension is soft hitting bottom many times during offroad with 5 people like that got some scratches and damages..

[@gsrox2007]

Do you also have the prop shaft issue? Please raise an official complaint with the service center. Love Kerala! Love the terrain and weather there ❤ Hope to drive some trails with the KL Jimnys soon 💪🏾🙏🏽

[@confidential1234]

@@gsrox2007 No such issues..

[@akashdhiman]

Whichever side you sit the car will bend to that side irrespective of the car😂....just like me

[@gsrox2007]

LOL 😂

[@eriktenhag2022]

I'm interested to see how the Jimny will fare after the launch of the 5 door thar. Currently, pretty much every thar I've seen is used as a secondary vehicle and never as a primary one, might be because it's a three door and also because of the mediocre highway manners. 5 door will supposedly have better on road manners and it might be practical enough to be used as a primary vehicle. Let's see.

[@gsrox2007]

We will know soon I guess. Waiting for the invite and I hope I get to do the review of the Thar 5 door. Mahindra will ensure it hurts Maruti. They like rubbing salt into the wounds. You can expect 2wd and 4wd variants and the 2wd 5-door thar will be very hard to beat on price, looks, space and practicality. I think the Jimny is in big BIG trouble. That might explain the panic selling happening now.

[@vikramramprasad530]

Pure love ❤️

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you ❤

[@yashvrm]

I have always said this. NOT NAMING THIS VEHICLE GYPSY WAS A HUGE MISTAKE ! Jimny have always been known by Gypsy in India even in older generations then why change it now. Tata renamed Harrier 7 seater to safari and Mahindra named TUV 300 to Bolero Neo when they were not even the same thing. Then why can’t they name Jimny as GYPSY when it have always been known by that name in India

[@gsrox2007]

I think this decision would have been made by Suzuki because of the way the licensing works between Maruti and Suzuki. Still, anyone with a finger on the pulse of this market would have known what needed to be done! Thanks for the ❤ and support!

[@chaitanyasachdeva1466]

I wanted this long term review for so long

[@gsrox2007]

There are issues but it is still a fantastic vehicle. Thank you for your support ❤

[@chaitanyasachdeva1466]

@@gsrox2007 it sure is, and now vfm also after 3Lac discount, 🤏 this much away from getting a manual alpha

[@gsrox2007]

​@@chaitanyasachdeva1466 Go for it! Let us know what you decide to do 💪🏾

[@Bladepedia]

Excellent suggestions to Maruti, it will only increase the brand value of Jimny if they listened!

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you! Glad the video vibed with you ❤

[@kseth6992]

OE Bump stops and springs need to go on this ! They are shite . Good info on the brakes at high altitude.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you! Indeed we need to see fixes soon.

[@branduncensored3896]

i just edited the throttle table in the ecu as per my liking, works good.

[@gsrox2007]

Pretty much the same thing but the throttle tuner allows multiple maps for different conditions rather than one map baked in on the ecu. It managed to differentiate itself with the ability to switch maps on the go via the physical interface or a phone app. Finally the lock mode is a theft deterrent.

[@branduncensored3896]

@@gsrox2007 ya, too much hassle. Some prefer to fine tune the throttle table instead as 9 out of 10 modes on controller are never used, more of a gimmick.

[@oommenthms2728]

5:44 that's exactly what I've been doing on my Jetta TDI DSG... in slow moving traffic it often holds onto 2 for no reason and keeps revving to 2-2.2k when same speeds could be maintained in 3rd at 1.2-1.4k so have to resort to this technique, when forced paddle shifting too doesn't work...🙂🤝🤛

[@gsrox2007]

In the polo GT TSI I can manually knock it into 3rd. I'm so scared of grenading that gearbox though 😂

[@mariner2engseahorse]

Hi.... From where can i get evc X throttle tuner..... Iam getting my white alpha AT in next few days....

[@vishesh26]

Hello pls share at what price r u buying

[@velociraptor7110]

Impressed with the technical info on the Jimny, thanks for putting out this video. PS: 1:45 did i see a RE Test mule of the standard 650?

[@gsrox2007]

Nicely spotted!😂 They use this same stretch of road for their testing.

[@gsrox2007]

Oh and thank you for the ❤

[@GauravChauhan-mo2nv]

Hi ! Guru.. thanks again for this... I bought a jimny after watching your reassuring videos... I got an insane discount on a 2023 model (I also exchanged our 2nd car which was a venue imt turbo S(O)). Our primary car is a Nexon diesel top model 3 years old now and still kicking like a new one . Jimny was a dream since 10 years and I have atleast checked that box. With so much being talked about the niggles and some serious issues, I started with an alignment issue since day 1. I got it rectified with a lot of hassle.... It seems to have gone. However no one seems to be talking about it as much.... This car starts steering on either sides too quick depending on the angle of the road .. so every road would have some left or right leaning angle and it pushes jimny accordingly on either of the sides rather too quick than regular cars. I have 2 questions here ... Should I really get and EVCx or EVC ? 2ndly do you also experience that you have to keep holding or rather keep fiddling with the steering every now and again when there is a change in road angle or it keeps going straight. The steering some times comes in exact centre on a straight road... On other times i would pull it right or left slightly. Is it because of the freeplay in the steering ?

[@gsrox2007]

All mrcbt steerings exhibit this. It is much better in the Jimny compared to the other cars. We've forgotten how to align solid axle ckbj vehicles. I didn't touch the factory alignment when I changed to 215 tires and I won't touch it until it goes out of whack.

[@gsrox2007]

EVCx is a must in the automatic. Manual Jimny you can skip. It helps but the effect is less prominent in the MT.

[@GauravChauhan-mo2nv]

@@gsrox2007 ok... Got it... Thanks again. Also in case you need to in future ... There are Gypsy-experts, who are able to handle the alignment issues better than any other service centres. My Suzuki service shop guys said that had they not been able to do it... They would have taken it to a specific gypsy expert workshop ... So this is a tip for all Jimny owners ... Find gypsy experts in your town if you want perfect steering alignment 🙏

[@GauravChauhan-mo2nv]

@@gsrox2007 ya I purchased an AT Alpha... Seeing that big smile on your face in the review 😄. Nowadays jimny has become my primary car because of the convenience factor of automatic. Plus everyone keeps looking at the car in awe.... I seriously doubt intentions of those who rejected it's road presence... I get it each one has his own preference but jimny is quite democratically appealing 😄 I am convinced... People stop me and ask it's price it's ride experience.... They have stopped me and said it's a such a beauty man congrats 😄. Touchwood ! Jimny does make you 😊

[@manojsagwal6925]

Hello guru ji I have booked alpha at . Should i go ahead with purchase or put it on hold keeping in view the bangle gate. Kindly advice

[@gsrox2007]

Pick it up. It has to be addressed by Maruti but I think third party fixes are already on the way.

[@manojsagwal6925]

Thanks boss. Im picking it up this week

[@TGOINC]

Washing dirty laundry for the lay man. Good on you mate 👍

[@gsrox2007]

Let's make some noise!

[@quizinggeek]

Hello sir! Only watched 2 videos of yours and I am instant fan! The articulation of words and calmness in your reviews display the genuineness! You have earned this subscriber ❤ !! QQ - I am a sedan driver and owns 2013 Honda City in family of four! I am currently aspiring to buy Jimny manual through CSD but also having dual minds to go for City automatic more or less same price but main doubt is will jimny perform similar to Ivtec in city and highways and also the acceleration booster is safe to install in Jimny ??

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much for your kind words. You might unsubscribe because I say this but you simply cannot compare a Honda City and a Jimny. It is like comparing a boxer and a wrestler, a sprinter and a marathon runner, an Amritsari dal makhni chaawal and a Ramban Rajma chaawal... 😂

[@gsrox2007]

Honda City on the highway is a cruise missile. The Jimny is a halfheartedly flung brick.

[@absash7838]

Dude your are so cool with cars! 👍

[@absash7838]

This guy's discussion is on another level, I mean I haven't heard any other channel speak in such detail about the very same car that's being marketed in India.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you kind sir ❤ 🙏🏽

[@sumitdatta1650]

I was shocked to know about the discount being offered by Maruti in December I regretted for buying it in September

[@gsrox2007]

Can you imagine how the Jan 2023 booking guys feel now? Really badly handled.

[@arbeepaddy]

I booked it on Jan 13th 2023 , from launch date ,the dealer AM Motors saved my 3+ lakhs by shuffling the delivery ,as they gave it to someone on premium in June or July 2023 once delivery started . I cancelled the booking & after 6 months ,bought the Alpha MT from other dealer with a good discount 😊😊... At times dealers save your money this way also 😂😂

[@gsrox2007]

Haha you shoot you score! Nice story and look, the dealers were horrible towards jimny customers in the early days. So much swag and arrogance. I even told a few dealers to cool down because bad days will come and the same guys you mistreat now will be the ones you will go to with a begging bowl. I LOVE how the dealers now have people coming in and treating them like Bangkok watch dealers. Serves them right!

[@vekeyes3861]

Guruji have you noticed road noise creeps in from left rare door or boot door, how to tackle it.thanks in advance

[@gsrox2007]

I think many have achieved success with damping mats placed on the doors and the floors. Also check your door rubber seals if there is any pinching or damage. You will not be able to eliminate all the noise and get it to the level of a modern car. At the end of the day it is a jeep which will make jeep noises.

[@subratamandal5202]

Can u pls share the details of EVC-X Tuner that u have fitted. Is it legal? I'm interested. Thanks.

[@gsrox2007]

Legal - Absolutely. There is no altering of vehicle electronics or engine maps. If you watch my 3000Km ownership video I explain all about the throttle tuners in detail. They really transform the Jimny.

[@jpranav8921]

Have you noticed the driver side spring sagging with any other jimnys or is it just yours?

[@gsrox2007]

All Jimnys have this issue

[@amitkrupal1234]

1st of all thanks for the love you give to Jimny Community in India. I respect you. Unfortunately its true Suzuki got too much greedy, they would have easily launched it at 8-10 lakhs showroom price, yet they were consumed by greed. Tech inside Jimny is not new, its been in 3 door version for long. They had time to redesign the center console area ahead of gear lever to have cup holders, also other things like bottle holders, etc. Even Placing an hose at higher side for Diff breathers. They ignored all these. Personally I dislike too aggressive design of Thar, on offense to thar owners, i was hoping Suzuki would price this sensible for middle class people to finally have an Gypsy successor.

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you so much for the ❤ and support!

[@gsrox2007]

I think they could have scaled it up very slightly in the other directions as well to create more space inside. I'm taking a handful of inches, nothing more.

[@samwagle2422]

With Nexa Dealers offering a discount between 2.5 - 3.55 lakhs on the Alpha AT, i feel really sad for those who bought it north of 18 lakhs, just a year back. I feel they'll take the Jimny off the shelves anytime soon.

[@gsrox2007]

Great news for those who were smart about it and resisted the temptation to buy when the car was launched. Always a good thing to have more Jimny owners. I have nothing against those who buy it at these discounted prices. I welcome them to the community with open arms ❤

[@ImagineClouds]

I have upgraded my suspension to ironman but i still face issue of lean on towards driverside.. i think its not something which has to do with suspension, its perfectly aligned ..

[@gsrox2007]

That's a great input. Another friend from Mumbai called me with the same input. While I think this needs to be factored into the spring ratings and length, it seems to be caused by the heavier components biased to the right side of the vehicle. Again this needs to be studied more closely.

[@rdaroga]

Do brands normally do that? Give refunds to buyers who paid full price for models that the brands later sell at a discount?

[@gsrox2007]

Maruti did in the case of the Scross. 91K refunds. So there is precedent. This time they made sure they are legally sorted but it is shameful nonetheless.

[@kbpsn1976]

Hi EVCX . where can we get that from

[@shinoy587]

The back spare wheel cover.. where did you get this from?

[@gsrox2007]

I got it from Harman Impex

[@rajeshnair2143]

No comments regarding the discounts. I have a Hilux too, so enough said 😆

[@gsrox2007]

😂😂😂 Oh my! Like peas in a pod!

[@velociraptor7110]

19:04, forgot to add, i keep driving down to Mumbai from Pune. Initially when the Jimny was kept for display at the Nexa Navi Mumbai (just beside the highway) I was pretty curious as to how the Jimny is. I parked my Gurkha at the showroom parking and went inside. I come out after checking out the Jimny and lo behold, i see half of the showroom staff checking out the Gurkha. Couple of them even checked out my vehicle in and out 😁. The discounts are really tempting, planning to pick up a Jimny for the city.

[@gsrox2007]

Gurkha is a handsome truck. The 5-door looms soooo good! ❤

[@gsrox2007]

Have you driven the Jimny yet? Try both the MT and AT before your decide 👌🏽

[@MondayMorning-yv7nf]

Is there any method to buy a 3-door jimny in India ?

[@gsrox2007]

Unfortunately not at this time and going by the panic selling of the Jimny stock, I don't think it'll happen in future either 😞

[@ganeshanayak3502]

Right, Maruti should return some money for the initial buyers.. atleast free tyre upgrades..

[@gsrox2007]

Money only waapas Baaki all bakwaas 😂 But they've been very clever about how they handled it this time.

[@harikrishnankalakkal]

I'm seriously impressed by your passion. What name you go buy Sir ?

[@gsrox2007]

The name is Guru and when you hear Guru you also hear... Ho ja shuru! 😂 Thanks for the ❤ and support!

[@harikrishnankalakkal]

@@gsrox2007 Thanks for the reveal. Also, could you please enlighten me, which is the best website which offers the highest grade accessories for Jimny ?

[@deepakm8496]

🎉❤

[@gsrox2007]

Thank you for your support ❤

[@lukethegreata108]

Hello sir. I'm from a small hilly state of Meghalaya, North East India. I was planning to buy a compact SUV but the discount offering of Jimny is very tempting. This is going to be my first car and I'm very confused. Sir which will be a better choice.

[@gsrox2007]

The Jimny will be amazing in the hills. However if you have a lot of tight turns and u-turns it may be a bit harder to maneuver. Can you get a test drive? In every other department the Jimny is better than a basic car and the pricing is now perfect.

[@lukethegreata108]

I had a test drive today of MT and I like it. It will be a good vehicle to drive in our hilly town and occasional off roading. It feels quite spacious inside despite looking small and today I have book my jimny alpha MT variant.😊😊😊

[@dhanrajchaudhari2234]

Try a heat resistant paint for the exhaust

[@gsrox2007]

So heat resistant paint is a paint that will not flake off when applied to a surface that goes through multiple heat cycles (cold - hot - cold). It will still allow heat to transfer through and can still ignite dry grass.

[@paulmorais476]

👍

[@darshangowda310]

Every word is truth. MSIL betrayed the early niech buyers. Now they made more damage by ruining image of Jimny. This has become a Big Joke in automotive industry. I will never go with hype again. All initial buyers suffered 4 L loss already in Bangalore. What a disaster from strategist in ruining a global product.

[@gsrox2007]

If this is how Maruti rewards early adopters, maybe every car launch should be met with zero bookings. Wait for them to discount it heavily and then buy. The manufacturers made merry during Covid and the silicon shortage period. Time for us to return the favour.

[@navajitkhound1900]

What will be used Jimny prices of alpha manual in 2030

[@gsrox2007]

2030 throw away 2040 return to invoice 😂 For that it needs to be discontinued now!

[@subratamandal5202]

Mr.Shashank Srivastava n his marketing team r responsible for Jimny's failure in India. They priced it too aggressively. It was evident from his pre n post launch interviews. There was a kind of arrogance.

[@gsrox2007]

I think they got carried away by inputs from auto expo and whatever market research they did. The automotive market was also riding the post covid consumerism wave and you could put whatever price on a car and it would sell. A Hyundai Creta for 22 lakhs? 😮 The Jimny and Hilux pricing mess was totally self inflicted.

[@mpk927]

They should have given a lot more features for the price. This is a sub 10 lakh car and probably 11 max for the top end

[@khullaasaand]

Aggressively nahi expensively

[@srschhina5295]

Subrata, your observation is spot on. I too remember Mr. Srivastava’s long marketing sermons . Forcibly projecting a specialist 4wd vehicle as a premium segment offering….tricks don’t work. Being reasonable and realistic works. We know taxes are killing - even then the Jimny is over priced, imho. 1) They could have introduced the 3 door ( at less than 10L on the road) before the 5 door. They took a generation to develop the 5 door. They certainly gave some business to M&M on a platter. Credit to M&M for offering the Thar in every format in a large price bandwidth - certainly a bolder management than MSIL. Nonetheless it’s still a great vehicle for folk who can find purpose in it. The mountains probably it’s forte - like the unstoppable Maruti Gypsy King.

[@youtubecommentator8120]

Good job.. instead of of highlighting on features and reviews, u spoke the truth.

[@jestruck]

Shaken not stir 😂

[@gsrox2007]

😁🍻

[@shravan97]

Has Amit changani has left ??

[@motoroids]

Amit is right here buddy, just sharing the load with some equally capable colleagues

[@mohba01]

Its a good review. But you are very likely to let it go in a couple of years for something else new and shiny.

[@gsrox2007]

While I cannot see the future, I still have a 1965 Enfield Bullet 350 and a 1987 Yamaha RD350. I have a feeling this one will stay and considering the pathetic discount strategy, it is also currently worthless in the second hand market. I may have to live with it whether I like it or not! 😂

[@sitaramarajudandu5022]

Very informative video. May I know your name?

[@gsrox2007]

My name is Guru 😎 Ho ja shuru!

[@sitaramarajudandu5022]

😊😊😊 I am not even half way through this extensive thread. You gave me response. 🙏🙏🙏

[@sitaramarajudandu5022]

I am doctor-dental surgeon-dental college principal. Adventure sport lover. I surprisingly bumped into you for the first time when I casually opened youtube( for Jimmy reviews- which I have been doing for last few weeks) on reaching my clinic after paying booking amount for Jimney Zeta Manual. Your crisp analysis is not deterring me but your presence is making me confident to go ahead with delivery( in fact after seeing your video I called NEXA to arrange for the delivery on Saturday- three days from now) Just to feel I how the early enthusiasts struggled with Land Rover’s,jeeps, Fords and then Mahindras 75 years back.

[@sitaramarajudandu5022]

Are throttle tuner and wind booster the same?

[@gsrox2007]

Thanks for the kind words. Truly means a lot to me. Yes all the throttle tuners more or less do the same thing. Check the features and pick the one you need. Congratulations on booking the Jimny. Just a heads up, the throttle tuner is not necessary for the manual Jimny. Yes it makes a difference but not as much as it does in the automatic. The manual Jimny is not fun to drive. See I saved you some money there 😂

[@deerghayuphukan1215]

What is that whining noise in Jimny? It is evident in all Jimny's.

[@gsrox2007]

Transfer case and gearbox whine. Even the Gypsy would make a racket 😂

[@deerghayuphukan1215]

@@gsrox2007 but we don't hear in other 4x4 SUVs tho. I remember hearing it in Gypsy when i first drove the jimny.

[@Newbutold]

Yeas, it's the gearbox and differential. They also recalled 3door manual in international market

[@kawkaw20]

Most likely the all suspension issues are due to your extra weight..u need constant load ironman springs😂

[@gsrox2007]

Many Jimny owners must be huge then because it is a widespread issue.

[@sitaramarajudandu5022]

😅😅😅 Think about me. I am tall ( 6.2) and broad. But I am buying one 😂😂😂

[@TheZenith790]

hey guru is back guru is baakkkk man

[@gsrox2007]

Hahahaha 😂 ❤❤

[@TheZenith790]

guru can you make this video a little bit less technical esp about the propeller part

[@gsrox2007]

I see your point but it is a technical issue. If you get under your car and inspect the cross member and the prop shaft, look for signs of damage. Let me know if you see anything.