Would you pick the Jimny over a Mahindra Thar?

I'll be honest. Sirish sir's review was the review i was waiting for most eagerly.

Having grown up in a defence family, Gypsies were pretty much regular traffic everywhere I went. I've seen it being used for roles that no other car could ever dream of doing. The fleets were a mix of old and new vehicles. You can actually see almost every iteration of the gypsy still running about in camps. Bulletproof Reliability. Comfort was never an option but their off road capability is the stuff of legends. Also, daily driving one was known to be a good substitute for gym routines 😂

my grandfather worked in the government sector, he was given a gypsy. it was the very first car that made me love cars. i always loved riding around in it. later he got the hard top version with the 1.3 engine, i learned to drive on that. i currently have a bolero, but if i manage to save some more money, i would definitely find a gypsy again. its not comfortable, refined, or easy to drive, but it has its own vibe

I love the way Sirish gives review of the car. " 5 years and they did not have time to retune the engine" LOL. This was the best statement. I wish to go off road once with him.

Sirish - your enthusiasm is so infectious!! I had two Gypsies - both with the "breadbox" hardtop - and with Hella additional lights fitted. I remember in the monsoon rains water coming out of places I didn't imagine water could get to in the windscreen frame and near the speakers. But I absolutely loved them both, though I found the original 410 was more reliable than the 413 "Gypsy King" (got one of the earliest ones). Spent most of the time in the mountains with them.

Review obviously will be the best because it is Sirish Sir's video but omg the editing....it is soo good. The sounds they added when the pictures change with that bg music....gave me goosebumps, specially when sir explains old iconic cars.

By far the best review on 2023 5 door Suzuki Jimny. No other review comes close to this one. Thank you for all your efforts the team has put in.

Kids who are new to the off-roading /adventure world won’t know what a beautiful machine this is!

Tempted to buy now after your review. It's lot more practical than big SUVs on narrow hilly roads, and to get one out of trouble when 4*4 is really needed.

Great review as always, thank you! Memories of Gypsy! We had two gypsies in the family when I was growing up. Both were MG410s. The memories that I have are the amazing off road capabilities the Gypsy had, which is common to all who have sat in a Gypsy. But the special memories were the quietness of the engine where one had to prod the accelerator pedal at the signal just to make sure that the engine was running! Another not so nice memory was the petrol fumes that used to enter the cabin through the rear! Now they are gone with the new MPFI engine. I was a big fan of the Gypsy and always wanted to own my own Gypsy. So finally in 2018 I got a chance to buy on army disposal Gypsy in a good condition. Bought it from Bhopal and drove it down to Mumbai! I still have it. I feel that Jimmy cannot replace the Gypsy. It just does not have the charm that the Gypsy has. And don't forget the soft top which can be taken off and one can have lots of fun. You mentioned that the gearing is low, but I have hit 75 kmph in the second gear several times. To sum it up, Jimmy is a very capable off roader but not a replacement for Gypsy! Gypsy rules!

Still obsessing over the gypsy❤ i know its not a fair comparison, but for my eyes,the gypsy looks soo good!!

Sirish - thank you! Your expertise, experience and enthusiasm are so contagious and refreshing change from the mechanical mono-tone reviews. You don’t care about being politically correct or to please the manufacturers and that’s what makes your reviews so real and easy to identify with. Loved every min of this 30 min video! Great job, keep it up. Really hit the ball out of the park with this one. Awesome!

Gypsy=Memories of Rally Rally Rally all around Coimbatore,Still owning a 2018 brand new from Showroom with all Gizmos in Stock Condition and Enjoying it.Thanks to Sirish Sir for this Beautiful Vlog.

Sirish sir, the wide grin you were wearing while talking about the Gypsy’s dashboard, I just loved it!!!! I just turned 21, donot yet have any memories with the gypsy, but will surely do soon. My first is gonna be a gypsy for sure. It’s the first love of a 6year old kid!!!❤❤ lovely video. Was smiling throughout!😊

All those of us who've grown up with the Gypsy will really relate to the portion about the Gypsy in this video.

Absolutely educational, nostalgia evoking, thanks for adding so much life to these videos

This man started living his passion for vehicles way earlier when there was no trend at all in India... I still remember that fz review with its compititers on Sunday morning started with biryani 🤗

Sirish sir is just absolutely brilliant. He has given me dreams of going rallying as a side hobby other than my regular job. Oh, and thank him for the super obsession with The Gypsy he has imparted. Wish to do a proper stage with him some day

Gypsy never gets old ❤ i still have euro 3 gypsy with me 😊

I was eagerly waiting for the Jimny in the Indian market. I had never wanted to buy a Maruti for the last few years but this is something that I wanna have for myself

And yes we used the Gypsy for a DAILY here in Aizawl Mizoram it was not a problem during my younger days

A well compiled video. They way the Jimny gobbled up the off-road obstacles had me impressed. And yes Sirish’ rally achievement deserves a special mention. Clocking the second fastest time to finish even after hitting so many roadblocks. Very impressive 👏👏

There are reviews and reviewers...then there is this guy OMG!! Your a legend SIRISH!!!

No review like Shirish’s. Awesome coverage of the key issues for a compact SUV. Good to see Suzuki had brought in the car without too many changes unlike their other ones, where they replaced strong bodies with tin cans.

What. A. Review. Only Evo India and Sirish Chandran can pull off something like this.

This is a perfect unbiased review.. I wish to have one...

STILL GYPSY IS WAY COOLER.........JIMNY LOOKS LIKE A TOY........JUST MY OPINION

Gypsy Officers Car! This 85 car of my age is still running smooth.

Happy to see Gypsy more than Jimny...u showcased a Sep 2018 one, I have a Dec 2018 one :)...and that's indeed true...Gypsy just doesn't give up!

Grey color with some graphics one was looking the best

Exactly its time for Jimny..i still remember when used to drive Gypsy i alws has to play accelarator so ti keep in idle. And yes the bump......gypsy and RX 100 these 2 legends in indian heart

Sirish the saviour of evo india 🇮🇳

What i understood from the t nail, gypsy is still more pleasing to the eye and better looking . Tho Jimny isn't bad at all. This is the best example of how you cannot go wrong with minimal , simple lines, circles and boxy shape.

Reminds me of my dads green govt gypsy that i fell in love with in kohima in 1986. I got a chance to drive one in chennai for about a year some time back and would look for odd mud patches or sand dunes or big construction sites to try out the 4 wheel drive!. Awesome vehicle. Sirish brought out every old boys dream to life...! Great review.

I have gypsy 2018 model now im booking jimny ❤

From South Africa....very good review!

Good review... We know you cant get over our beloved gypsy😊...

It's good that they are launching this with K15B engine, for which there are Turbo kits readily available ! 👍

Loved the entire video, loved the drone shot of you overtaking, thanks for sharing 👍👍👍👍

Gypsy may be a old car but the attraction from people you get when you drive it on the road is awesome. It's truly an eye catcher ❤

Evo India videos just brings a smile on my face!

Nothing can't beat The legendary Maruti gypsy King.. When you take offroading especially hilly area...

Now that’s how you do a review

became a fan of speedo cluster

I like Shirish presentation so much no worry about like button

Good review and presentation

Excellent Review. Was waiting for this. You seem to be in love with the Gypsy more than anything else 😊. After owning 2 Gypsy Kings, I would say the Jimny is a perfect successor. If they price it well, I might think about it. Thar is good but the Jimny is light and nimble, same like the Gypsy.

That parting comments and the background track! Goosebumps

Brilliant one, Sirish! Enjoyed the juxtapositioning of the Gypsy and the Jimmy!

Everyone loves gypsy now... but how many of them bought a civilian gypsy out of a showroom... Both are best offroaders around...❤

probably the best Jimny review on internet... Sirish is a legend.

@marutisuzuki should do white tops for hot climates like in India.

Great fun review. When I was a kid in the 90s, if anyone asked me what case will you but when you grow up, it was always Gypsy. I guess that’s why my love for off-road cars is intrinsic.

You people are better than others ex pd

Proud owner of Gypsy. Still going strong ✊✊✊

The powerdrift review was so bad ,thay I left it midway when i saw this video pop up.

Two in One Review! - The Gypsy and the Jimny. Beautiful Video.. Hats Off! The Jimny will rock the market in India, Only Tata and Mahindra can come close.

Mazza a gya yaar I was so eagerly waiting for this review from sirish…but I think Lift kit longer coil and longer shock absorbers putting 235/75 BF Goodrich that’s all what is needed! better buy a zeta variant if it comes under 11 lakh and get the modification done and jimny is all set!

Your reviews are the best, was looking and hyped for Jimny's review from evo India for long loved it

'Mountain Goat' from SUZUKI. isn't it?

Have seen a ton of reviews since yesterday but this by far is the best Jimny review

When it comes to SUVs, no one else comes close to Sirish sir! Also, Jim haters, now please realise this isn't your average maruti!!

Godfather part 2. Editor will know 😊

Was a privilege sitting alongside for the SS3 at the Media Drive. Although we had to focus more on the trail over the rock beds 😂

Is that a tachometer from Ritz in the Gypsy? If its that, it really won my heart. ❤

24:50 The Innova Crysta just hanging in the back enjoying life

Review by Sirish is exemplary. I have seen several other reviews but this one is way ahead. The enthusiasm is infectious though I could not share much of the elequent praise for Gypsy. Coming back to Jimny, I guess there are few like me facing a dilemma, to buy or not. To a great extent this review would swing a 'for' decision subject to pricing of the car.

Awesome review Sirish , I had booked MT but after watching your review changed to AT. How is braking performance saw in other review that it's spongy. Earlier I booked MT as I can use gears as engine braking while driving downhill in south western ghats.

This kinda looks like a mini hummer h3 from some angles

I too dislike the chrome inserts in the grille, looks tacky to me.

All those petty youtubers need to watch this review and learn a lesson or two how proffessionals actually review. Good Job.

When an expert like you reviews something, it becomes a sumptuous treat for any automobile enthusiasts. Wonderfully done Sir.

still prefer the old gypsy design jimny 5 door looks wierd

Great detailed review and loved the Gypsy comparison/ tribute part also. And a beautiful omega i can see as well.

Excellent review Shrish,U hv done very differently & uniquely 👍

Excellent review...

I started watching another review but saw evo's review thumbnail below. Less than a minute later, i am writing this comment.

Good review, I own a two door here in Australia. The one thing I’d disagree with you about is the gearbox, the auto has a hard time deciding what gear to be in, almost seems like an old auto gearbox. The manual is heavier than a swift but I feel it’s the pick, plus manual has better fuel efficiency. Good work on your review mate ❤

No doubt that Sirish does the best road test reviews

Reminds me of your road test articles in overdrive a long time back

Man … The OG Gypsy still looks sexy ❤

Learned to drive in a Gypsy

Man miss that legendary 1.3 MPFI in the gypsy. Gem of an engine.......

Love the cinematography on this video! Exceptionally good and Sirish sir's review is just so fun to watch and lights up a smile on the face.

@ 24:50 I see the Innova standing like the Lord :D on the same riverbed where you test Jimny...

In 2005, When I was 10yrs I told my uncle oneday I'll get one gypsy. He laughed at me and said "You..? First see if you can get a car in your lifetime" considering my father financial position at that time. In 2024, I have Civic, Gurkha and a cute Nano in my garrage..❤😅

This channel is way way better than Autocar and many other channels

rear locker ? Thats a super light vehicle man! it doesn't need it. off-road skill matter bro

This is called a review 👍👍

Your smile was a lot wider in the Gypsy. That said it all!

I like the thought process, information and delivery of both. Well prepared review Sirish.

Gypsy all the way

Jimny is the OG. Gypsy , after all, was an imitation of 2nd Generation Jimny.

Well done review from the perspective of an ardent Gypsy fan. Its a well built offroader that you can live with on a day to day basis. Obviously there are shortcomings in terms of space and a more powerful engine with a 6 speeds auto transmission would have done wonders; but the key point that remains to be seen is the crash performance of the shell. Hoping this is priced right.

i think mahindra Thar is a segment above.Not spreading hate but its way more offroad focused as well as capable

Was waiting for this honest review 🎉by sirish 🤘

Nice review. Off-road awesome.. How would you rate automatic's 100 kmph cruise ability? What is RPM? Is overtaking easy?

Little Tiger🔥

Probably the next comparison video should be Scorpio n ,thar and Jimny 🤘