SUZUKI Philippines (SPH) has finally revealed the much-awaited price points of the all-new Jimny All-Grip Pro variants. Since its introduction several months ago, Suzuki fans have been waiting for this announcement. Now that it’s finally out, we couldn’t agree more with the figures considering how far the latest generation has evolved compared to its predecessor in terms of form and function.
Design-wise, one notable element is the fresh and eye-catching boxy appearance, which according to Suzuki, denotes better situational awareness. This actually further enhanced the vehicle’s established off-roading character. In fact, we can all agree that it now looks more daunting even for its compact size. Not to mention that touch of old-school design elements, other than the boxy profiles, such as the rounded headlamps imbedded into the entire front grill assembly. Standing tall with 210 mm ground clearance, the extended wheel flares compliment well with the 15-inch dark metallic alloy wheels.
Inside, the choice to go dark themed simply represents minimal distraction. The dashboard layout alone already looks Spartan and exactly how anyone would want their rugged interior to look like. The instrument panel and surrounding parts have that nice and cool grained finish with all dial and toggle switches clustered in the center panel. One of the interior major enhancements is the bigger nine-inch capacitive touchscreen infotainment equipped with offline GPS navigation system and off-road audio guide apart from other connectivity functions.
Motivation comes from a new and more powerful KB15 series1.5-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine. Output improved to 101 hp at 6,000 rpm and 130 N-m of maximum torque at 4,000 rpm. Available in four-speed automatic and five-speed manual transmissions, both 4×4 drive trains are equipped with Suzuki’s ‘All Grip Pro’ off-road function. As for safety features, there’s Suzuki’s Total Effective Control Technology (TECT) along with dual SRS airbags, anti-brake lock system, brake LSD traction control, hill hold control, hill descent control, and brake assist function, among others.
Now for the price points, the all-new Jimny All Grip Pro starts at P975,000 for the GL MT; P1.035 million for the GL AT; P1.085 million for the GLX AT Monotone; and P1.095 million for the GLX AT Two-tone. Available shades for the two-tone variant (exclusive to the GLX AT) are Solid Kinetic Yellow, Metallic Brisk Blue, and Metallic Chiffon Ivory. As for the monotone, the colors to choose from are Solid Jungle Green, Solid Medium Gray, Superior White, Pearl Bluish Black, and Metallic Silky Silver.
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