Earlier in June 2023, Maruti Suzuki launched the Jimny off-roader at a starting price of Rs 12.74 lakh (ex-showroom). Now, the carmaker has reduced its prices by Rs 2 lakh with the introduction of the “THUNDER EDITION.”
| Maruti Jimny Variants | Regular Price | Thunder Edition | Price Difference |
| Zeta | Rs 12.74 lakh | Rs 10.74 lakh | -Rs 2 lakh |
| Zeta AT | Rs 13.94 lakh | Rs 11.94 lakh | -Rs 2 lakh |
| Alpha | Rs 13.69 lakh | Rs 12.69 lakh | -Rs 1 lakh |
| Alpha (Dual Tone) | Rs 13.85 lakh | Rs 12.85 lakh | -Rs 1 lakh |
| Alpha AT | Rs 14.89 lakh | Rs 13.89 lakh | -Rs 1 lakh |
| Alpha AT (Dual Tone) | Rs 15.05 lakh | Rs 14.05 lakh | -Rs 1 lakh |
As seen in the table above, the price of the Maruti Suzuki Jimny Zeta Thunder Edition is Rs 2 lakh less than its regular price, whereas the Alpha trim offers you a savings of Rs 1 lakh. Additionally, the carmaker is offering an accessory kit with the off-roader to make it an even more attractive package.
These include accessories like hood painted garnish, front bumper garnish, front skid plate, side door cladding, door visor, door sill guard, ORVM garnish, side fender garnish, grip cover, off-roader dual stroke finish, steering wheel cover, interior styling kit mountain big door garnish and floor mattings.
Regarding features, the Maruti Suzuki Jimny Thunder Edition retains all the features of the regular model, comprising LED headlamps with washer, alloy wheels, 9-inch touchscreen infotainment with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, connected car tech, cruise control, auto AC, up to six airbags, electronic stability control, hill assist and much more.
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What Powers Maruti Jimny?
Powering the Maruti Jimny is Suzuki’s 1.5-litre petrol engine that makes 105PS and 134Nm. It can be paired with either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission. It gets Suzuki’s AllGrip 4WD system as standard.
Author’s Take
The Jimny Thunder Edition is Maruti Suzuki’s aggressive move to captivate those eyeing the Mahindra Thar, making it Rs 24,000 cheaper than the base-spec AX RWD trim and an impressive Rs 4 lakh cheaper than the RWD LX petrol trim.
