AI Verdict

Maruti Suzuki JimnyvsTata Nexon EV

Our AI verdict

It's a close call

These two are built for completely different buyers at nearly the same price. The Jimny is a genuine 4WD off-roader with a proven petrol engine, low-speed transfer case-like drivetrain feel and rugged mechanicals, while the Nexon EV is a tech-loaded, 5-star safety rated urban EV with a connected app, faster acceleration and a bigger boot. Choose the Jimny for off-road capability and mechanical simplicity, and the Nexon EV for city commuting, running costs and modern features.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Zeta Petrol Manual

₹12.54 - ₹14.67 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

True 4WD with Low-Range Feel
The Jimny gets a proper 4WD system with a manual-shift lever and limited-slip differential, plus 36° approach and 50° departure angles for serious off-roading.
Bigger Fuel Tank & Longer Range
With a 40-litre tank and an ARAI-rated 16.94 kmpl, the Jimny offers a claimed driving range of 678 km, far exceeding the Nexon EV's certified range.
Wireless Smartphone Mirroring
The Jimny offers wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, whereas the Nexon EV relies on wired connections only.

AI Match

50%

It's a tie

Performance
62%
Comfort
55%
Luxury & Interior
45%
Technology
40%
Safety
55%
Ownership
50%
Practicality
60%
Value
62%

Tata Nexon EV

Creative Plus 30.0 kWh

₹11.63 - ₹17.89 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety
The Nexon EV carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP adult and child safety rating, while the Jimny remains untested.
Quicker, Electric Acceleration
With 127 bhp and 215 Nm from its electric motor, the Nexon EV claims 0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds, aided by an automatic single-speed transmission versus the Jimny's 103 bhp manual petrol setup.
Full Connected Car Suite
Remote AC control, geo-fencing, find-my-car, remote lock/unlock and OTA updates give the Nexon EV a smartphone-controlled ownership experience the Jimny simply lacks.

AI · Personalisation

Which one describes you?

Tell us how you drive. Your daily use changes the recommendation.

Personalised recommendation

Daily Commuter

Your AI pick

Tata Nexon EV

72% Match

For everyday city driving, the Nexon EV's low running cost, automatic transmission and better in-cabin tech make it more convenient than the Jimny's manual 4WD setup which is overkill for commuting.

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Why Nexon EV for you?

Automatic gearbox eases traffic

Nexon EV comes with an automatic transmission, which is far less tiring in stop-go city traffic than the Jimny's 5-speed manual.

Cheaper daily running

As an EV, home charging typically costs much less per km than petrol, which matters a lot for daily commuters covering regular short distances.

Better tech and connectivity

Bigger 7-inch digital cluster, app-based remote features, and voice assistant make daily use more convenient than Jimny's analogue cluster setup.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Maruti Suzuki Jimny and Tata Nexon EV stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Tata Nexon EV

What the shape reveals

The Jimny's radar bulges out on Performance (off-road) and Practicality-for-terrain, while the Nexon EV dominates Technology, Safety and Ownership, reflecting the classic rugged-4x4 vs connected-EV trade-off.

True 4WD with Low-Range Feel

The Jimny gets a proper 4WD system with a manual-shift lever and limited-slip differential, plus 36° approach and 50° departure angles for serious off-roading.

Bigger Fuel Tank & Longer Range

With a 40-litre tank and an ARAI-rated 16.94 kmpl, the Jimny offers a claimed driving range of 678 km, far exceeding the Nexon EV's certified range.

5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety

The Nexon EV carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP adult and child safety rating, while the Jimny remains untested.

Quicker, Electric Acceleration

With 127 bhp and 215 Nm from its electric motor, the Nexon EV claims 0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds, aided by an automatic single-speed transmission versus the Jimny's 103 bhp manual petrol setup.

Key Highlights

Strengths that matter every day.

A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Strengths for those who prioritise features, range and greener running.

True 4WD with Low-Range Feel
The Jimny gets a proper 4WD system with a manual-shift lever and limited-slip differential, plus 36° approach and 50° departure angles for serious off-roading.
Bigger Fuel Tank & Longer Range
With a 40-litre tank and an ARAI-rated 16.94 kmpl, the Jimny offers a claimed driving range of 678 km, far exceeding the Nexon EV's certified range.
Wireless Smartphone Mirroring
The Jimny offers wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, whereas the Nexon EV relies on wired connections only.
Rugged Ladder-Frame Suspension
3-link rigid axles front and rear with coil springs are tuned for articulation over rough terrain, unlike the Nexon EV's car-like MacPherson strut/twist-beam setup.
Higher Ground Clearance
At 210 mm unladen, the Jimny clears obstacles better than the Nexon EV's 205 mm, aiding its off-road credentials.

Tata Nexon EV

Strengths for those who prioritise safety, power and value.

5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety
The Nexon EV carries a 5-Star Bharat NCAP adult and child safety rating, while the Jimny remains untested.
Quicker, Electric Acceleration
With 127 bhp and 215 Nm from its electric motor, the Nexon EV claims 0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds, aided by an automatic single-speed transmission versus the Jimny's 103 bhp manual petrol setup.
Full Connected Car Suite
Remote AC control, geo-fencing, find-my-car, remote lock/unlock and OTA updates give the Nexon EV a smartphone-controlled ownership experience the Jimny simply lacks.
Larger Boot Space
The Nexon EV offers 350 litres of boot space versus the Jimny's 208 litres, making it more practical for luggage-heavy trips.
Long Battery & Motor Warranty
Tata backs the Nexon EV with an 8-year/160,000 km battery and motor warranty, offering far longer peace of mind than typical petrol powertrain coverage.

Features & Specs

Features that matter every day.

Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.

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Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels
Wheels Steel Rims Steel Rims
Front Tyres 195 / 80 R15 215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres 195 / 80 R15 215 / 60 R16
Spare Wheel & Tyre Steel
Tyres Radial - Tubeless Tyres Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Warranty

Battery Performance

Off Road essentials
Approach Angle 36 Degree
Departure Angle 50 Degree
Headlight Washer No

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control
Air Conditioner Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control) Automatic Climate Control (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)
Heater Yes Yes
Air Purifier No

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows
Sunroof No No
Power Windows Front & Rear Power Windows, Driver One-touch up/down Front & Rear Power Windows
Window Sunshade No
Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)
Keyless Start/ Button Start No Yes
Parking Assist Reverse Camera Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors Rear Rear
Cruise Control No No

Storage

Seating & Ergonomics

Infotainment & Entertainment

Instrument Cluster

Steering
Steering Adjustment Tilt Tilt
Steering-Mounted Controls Yes Yes
Steering Power assisted (Electric) steering Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes
Additional Steering Features No No

Mileage	ARAI: 16.94 kmpl \| CarWale Tested: 13.21 kmpl (City), 15.29 kmpl (Highway) \| User Reported: 15 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol
Ethanol Compatibility	E20
Engine Type	K15B
Engine	1462 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	103 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	134.2 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	No
Idle Start/Stop	Yes
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2

DC Fast Charging		10-80 % : 56 mins, 50 kW charger
AC Fast Charging		10 - 100 % : 4 hrs 18 mins, 7.2 kW charger
Driving Range	678 km	325 km
Officially Certified Range (km)		275 km MIDC Certified Range
Charging Options		3.3 kW AC Wall Box
Charger Connection Type		CCS2
Portable EV Charging Cable		Yes
Vehicle to load technology (V2L)		No
Vehicle to Vehicle charging (V2V)		No
Ingress Protection(IP) for Motor & Battery Pack		IP67
Charging Indicator On Light Bar		No
AC Regular Charging		10 - 100 % : 10 hrs 30 mins, 15 A plug point

Transmission	Manual - 5 Gears	Automatic, Sport Mode
Drivetrain	4WD	FWD
Four-Wheel-Drive	Manual Shift - Lever	No
Limited Slip Differential	Yes
Differential Lock	No	No
Drive Modes		3
Terrain Modes		No
Differential	Limited slip

Front Suspension	3-Link Rigid Axle Type With Coil Spring	Independent MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	3-Link Rigid Axle Type With Coil Spring	Twist Beam with Dual Path Strut
Advanced Suspension Features	No	No

Length Width Height	3985 mm * 1645 mm * 1720 mm	3995 mm * 1802 mm * 1625 mm
Wheelbase	2590 mm	2498 mm
Seating Capacity	4 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity	40 litres
Doors	5 Doors	5 Doors
Minimum Turning Radius	5.7 metres	5.3 metres
Frequency Selective Damping (FSD)		No
Ground Clearance	210 mm (unladen)	205 mm (unladen)
Kerb Weight	1200 kg

Wheels	Steel Rims	Steel Rims
Front Tyres	195 / 80 R15	215 / 60 R16
Rear Tyres	195 / 80 R15	215 / 60 R16
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Steel
Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres

Vehicle Warranty	3 Years / 100,000 kms	3 Years / 125000(whichever is earlier)
Battery Warranty		8 Years / 160000 Km(whichever is earlier)
Motor Warranty (In Years)		8
Motor Warranty (In Kilometres)		160000(whichever is earlier)

Fuel Type		Electric
Battery		Lithium Ion, 30 kWh, Placed Under Floor Pan
Max Power (bhp@rpm)		127 bhp
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)		215 Nm
Idle Start/Stop		No
Electric Motor		Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Mounted at Front Axle)
Acceleration		0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds (claimed)
Power Transfer Type		No

Approach Angle	36 Degree
Departure Angle	50 Degree
Headlight Washer	No

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System		No
ADAS		No
Forward Collision Warning	No	No
Automatic Emergency Braking	No
Lane Functions		No
Rear Collision Assist		No
High-beam Assist		No
Emergency Brake Light Flashing	No	Yes
Automatic Park Lock		No
Cornering Brake Control (CBC)		No
Clutch Lock		No
Video Recording		No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes

Airbags	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)	6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
NCAP Rating	Not Tested	5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Child Safety Rating		5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
Seatbelts		Pretensioning with Load Limiter (All)
Child Seat Anchor Points	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobiliser	Yes	Yes
Puncture Repair Kit	No	Yes
Second Row Middle Seat Safety	No	Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
Child Safety Lock	Yes	Yes
Dashcam	No	No
Passenger Airbag Deactivation Switch		Yes
Third Row Middle Seat Safety		No
Collapsible Steering Column		No
Breakdown Assistance Call Button		Yes

Brakes	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)	Disc (Front), Drum (Rear)
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)	Yes	Yes
Hill Hold Control	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist (BA)	Yes	No
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)	Yes	Yes
Hill Descent Control	Yes	No
Cornering Brake Control (CBC)		No
Motor Slip Regulation (MSR)		No
Multi-collision Brake		No
Brake Disc Wiping		No

Air Conditioner	Manual (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)	Automatic Climate Control (Front AC: Single Zone with Fan speed control)
Heater	Yes	Yes
Air Purifier		No

Central Locking	Yes	Keyless
Interior Door Handles Finish	Silver	Chrome
Fuel Fillers Lid		Manual
Adjustable ORVMs	Electrically Adjustable	Electrically Adjustable
Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM)		Manual Dimming
Rear Defogger	Yes	No
Anti-glare ORVMs	No	No
Rear Wiper	Yes	No
Speed Sensing Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Exterior Door	Black Door Handles Finish	Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type
Boot Opener	Cabin-Release	Electric Tailgate Release
ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)	Black finish ORVM Colour	Piano Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors		Co-Driver
Rain-sensing Wipers		No
Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper		No

Sunroof	No	No
Power Windows	Front & Rear Power Windows, Driver One-touch up/down	Front & Rear Power Windows
Window Sunshade		No

Keyless Start/ Button Start	No	Yes
Parking Assist	Reverse Camera	Reverse Camera
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Cruise Control	No	No

Bottle Holder in Doors		All Doors
Door Pockets	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Front Seatback Pockets	Yes	No
Sunglass Holder	No	No
Rear Parcel Tray		No
Cabin Boot Access	No	No
Third Row Cup Holders	No
Lockable Glovebox		No
Umbrella Storage in Door	No	Yes
Cup Holders	Cupholders in Front Only	2 Cupholders in Front Only
Driver Armrest Storage	No	No
Bootspace	208 L	350 L with 4 hooks
Boot Opener	Cabin-Release	Electric Tailgate Release
Cooled Glovebox	No	No
Boot Open Warning		Yes
Utility Recess On Dashboard		No

Driver Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	8 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down, seat height: up / down)
Front Passenger Seat Adjustment	4 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, headrest: up / down)	6 way manually adjustable (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, headrest: up / down)
Second Row Seat Adjustment	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)	2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Seat Upholstery	Fabric	Fabric
Headrests	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Split Rear Seat	40:40	No
Rear Passenger Seat Type	Bench	Bench
Rear Armrest	No	No
Cabin Boot Access	No	No
Ventilated Seats	No	No
Massage Seats	No
Split Third Row Seat	No
Third Row Seat Type	No
Driver Armrest	No	No
Height Adjustable Seat Belt		Yes
Folding Rear Seat	Inclined	No
Dead Pedal for Foot Rest		No

Infotainment Screen	7" Touch-screen Display	7" Touch-screen Display
Audio System	4 Speakers	4 Speakers
AM/FM Radio	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Compatibility	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming	Phone Calls & Audio Streaming
Smart Connectivity	Android Auto (Wireless) & Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	Android Auto (Wired) & Apple CarPlay (Wired)
Input Methods	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility	Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), AUX Compatibility, Type-A Wired Connectivity, Smart Watch Connectivity
Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna	Roof-Mounted Antenna
Gesture Control	No	No
Charging Ports	12V Power Outlet	1 x 12V Power Outlet
Integrated (in-dash) Music System	Yes	Yes
Voice Command	No	Yes
GPS Navigation System	Yes	No
Wireless Charger	No	No
Voice Assistant		Google Assistant
Speed Dependent Volume		Yes

Instrument Cluster Screen	Analogue Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness	7" Digital Instrument Cluster
Speedometer		Digital
Tachometer	Analogue
Clock	Digital	Digital
Gear Indicator	Yes	No
Gear Shift Indicator	Yes
Fuel Consumption	Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning	Distance to Empty
Heads Up Display (HUD)	No	No
Trip Meter	2 Trips Electronic	2 Trips Electronic
Average Speed	Yes	Yes
Navigation On Instrument Cluster		No
Low Battery Warning		Yes
Outside Temperature Gauge		Yes
Tyre Position Display		No

Steering Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt
Steering-Mounted Controls	Yes	Yes
Steering	Power assisted (Electric) steering	Power-assisted (Electric) steering with 2 spokes
Additional Steering Features	No	No

Headlights	Halogen	LED
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	No	LED
Fog Lights	No	No
Ambient Interior Lighting	No	No
Interior Lamps	Front and Rear Reading Lamp,	Button Controlled Front LED Cabin lamps,
Automatic Headlamps	No	No
Cornering Headlights	No	No
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	Yes
Headlight Height Adjuster	Yes	Yes
Puddle Lamps	No	No
Taillights	Halogen	LED
Welcome and Goodbye Animation		No
Reflectors		Yes
Sequential Turn Indicators		No
Illuminated Logo		No

Over The Air (OTA) Updates		Yes
Emergency Call Button		Yes
Find My Car		Yes
Geo-fence		Yes
Check Vehicle Status via App	No	Yes
Remote AC: On / Off via App		Yes
Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App		Yes
Car Light Flashing & Honking via App		Yes
Remote Engine Start/Stop		Yes
Alexa Compatibility	No	No
Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App	No	No
Connected Car App		Yes
Vehicle Tracking Via App		Yes
Digital Key		No
Service Reminder Via App		Yes
Home-to-Car Connectivity		Yes

Interior	Single Tone (Black)	Dual Tone (Ocean & Black)
Grille Design		EV Specific Grille
Roof Rails	No	No
Spoiler		Yes
Wrappings		No
Scuff Plates	No	No
Body-coloured Bumpers	Yes	Yes
Rub-strips	No	Black
Body Kit	No	No
Exhaust	Chrome Finish	No
Skid Plate		Front & Rear
Diffuser		No

Overspeed Warning	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph	1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder	Yes	Yes
Boot Open Warning		Yes

Maruti Suzuki JimnyvsTata Nexon EV

Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Tata Nexon EV

Which one describes you?

Daily Commuter

Enthusiast

Family

Long-Distance

Every vehicle has a different personality.

What the shape reveals

Strengths that matter every day.

Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Tata Nexon EV

Features that matter every day.

Engine Performance

Battery Charging & Range

Transmission & Drivetrain

Suspension

Capacity & Dimensions

Tyre & Wheels

Warranty

Battery Performance

Off Road essentials

ADAS & Active Safety

Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)

Brakes

AC & Climate Control

Doors, Mirrors & Wipers

Sunroof & Windows

Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)

Storage

Seating & Ergonomics

Infotainment & Entertainment

Instrument Cluster

Steering

Lighting & Visibilty

Mobile App & Remote Controls

Design & Styling

Warning & Alerts

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