KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Jimny was involved in an accident with a bus
- All passengers are safe as reported
- Shows its strong build quality
Maruti Suzuki Jimny SUV has been in popular demand in India since its launch. However, in a recent incident, the SUV was involved in a road accident. The Jimny collided with a bus and it turns out that none of the passengers were hurt; thankfully. Read all of the details about this accident of Jimny with the bus below. Meanwhile, you can join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Group for all of such latest updates from the automotive industry.
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Maruti Suzuki Jimny SUV Accident Details
As reported online (source), the owner of Jimny went through a traumatic experience of a road accident recently. The SUV collided with a bus in Delhi where all occupants came out of it safe. The latest set of photos, shared by the owner himself online, shows that the Jimny has a good build quality. While there are no crash test ratings available for the Indian spec Jimny; the photos of this accident quietly showcase the build quality of Jimny. Meanwhile, the crash test ratings are important for a vehicle to show its structural strength; Jimny seen here, showed that its capable to take strong hits.
The owner Mr. Swapnil Thakur says, I bought my Suzuki Jimny Alpha AT on 12th June 2023. Today, I was travelling with my family. As we reached at Kaushambi Metro, a Govt Bus Coming at full Speed from a wrong side without honking rammed my Jimny from Side. My family and I were completely saved due to airbags and seat belt. But car has gone into a total damage. The A Pillar and the B pillar has completely been broken. I have already got the FIR done against the bus driver.
Mind you, Jimny has received 3-star Euro NCAP crash test ratings. But, the tested model was a 3-door version that is sold globally. The Indian spec is the only 5-door version of Jimny. It is yet to be tested by a global or domestic crash test agency. The Jimny sold in India comes equipped with a single powertrain option. It is offered with a 1.5-lt NA K15-B engine. There are two transmission options to choose from; a 5-speed manual & a 4-speed torque converter automatic.
Verdict
Maruti Jimny is a niche product. It is largely deviated towards the off-road centric buyers. However, its plaint ride quality & decent fuel economy is also attracting buyers with on-road centric use. Meanwhile, the only rival to it is the Mahindra Thar. Thar SUV is sold with an option of a diesel as well as a petrol engine. You tell us in the comments about your thoughts on this recent collision of Jimny with a bus.
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