@@RaitisRides Like hotcakes would be my guess. I spend half the year in Japan and half in the US - they are VERY capable off-roaders. The top of the line model Jimny is currently 2,264,345 yen, and with the insane exchange rates, that is about $15kUSD. Just compare that to what Jeep is charging now for their cheapest Wrangler
@@RaitisRidesHere in South Africa, the Suzuki Jimney has just been launched. It’s a mini 5 door Wrangler with proper 4x4 suspension that is very comparable to any toughest Jeep or Toyota. Thinking of getting one myself.
I really wished Suzuki would sell cars here again. I recently saw a new Suzuki jimny driving near my home in Vegas. They were probably visiting from Mexico.
That was an interesting presentation, Joe! You actually went all the way to Tokyo for the auto show. Both of those Suzuki's are great looking vehicles and are ideal for their environment. As you say, Japan is not overrun with F-150s and Ram 1500s.
I've driven both generations of Hustler in Japan. IMO, great little runners, cheap interiors but very utilitarian, perfect for a second runabout for a young Japanese family.
The Suzuki Jimny is one of the best selling vehicles in the world and is such a perfect little truck. It’s a travesty that we don’t get it here in NA. It would be the best seller for sure.
It would only be if it was priced appropriately but they couldn’t sell them in the same state they do everywhere else . Their cars wouldn’t pass our crash tests and driving these on the highways would be scary with how slow they are.
I recently bought a brand new Suzuki Vitara and coming from 5 consecutive Audis (80 B4, A4 B5, A6 C5, A6 C6, A7 C7) over 16 years, I am very surprised by the quality, the usability, the peppiness, the handling, the room, the attention to detail, the reliability. This has to be the best car I have owned. Not turning back and considering adding a Jimny two-door to my fleet when I get the chance. 👍🏾
They're great cars but not really suitable for wide open American roads. Even the larger engined Jimny doesn't feel comfortable at 60mph. In Japan, you can only get up to 60mph on the freeways which aren't typically used day to day by your average Japanese person.
This would be a hot seller in the US if they give it proper off-road capabilities. Perfect size to get around town easily, good MPG being a hybrid and fun on the weekends! So tired of oversized, overpriced SUVs that you can’t take off-road!
Crazy fact: Suzuki Jimny has been around in Japan for over 3 years, but it still has a year waiting list. Good luck getting one without paying the dealer markup 😂
The Suzuki Jimny (pronounced jim-knee) which is their tiny Jeep (and a direct descendant of the Samurai) is a worldwide hit, and they ask a staggering 30k for that car in Brasil, where it is every young person's dream to have one. This Hustler is a fantastic design. So much nicer than the Cube and the Scion xB. This would be so great in San Francisco, where you have all these small parking spaces between driveways that don't fit a regular length car. I would buy this in a second. The crease in the door will stiffen it; not just an aesthetic choice. I curse all these dumb regulations we have that block the Kei cars from coming over. We need more cheap cars that fit in small spaces.
A perfect daily car for sure. I own a small car from Suzuki too. It’s an Alto 800cc. Just basic and small but surprisingly spacious inside. Fun little hatch. Power is adequate for its lightness. You’ll almost forget to visit gas stations. Consumption is just like scooters. AC too is impressive from where I live a tropical country. The car is a keeper.
Ratis rides is the best car review guy on TH-cam hands down!.. we all love so much mr rati, you mak us laughing while also admiring the exclusive vehicles and content. Ur so amazing for responding to me on ig😄 i cant believe u did
The Jimny is a phenomenal vehicle and actually performs very well off road mostly due to its light weight. There’s a video on TH-cam with some British guys from edmunds I think, off-roading and competing with a wrangler and a G-Wagon. Very entertaining to watch.
I like it. We had a 50-Zuzuki Cycle as teens. Fun and lasted as I seen many Suzuki autos of past. I am 75 & own a '19 Rogue AWD in Monarch Orange. Would consider switching to the Hustler. Has to come in Yellow or Orange with Bronze top etc. Thanks for this good news from Suzuki.😊❤
I've been saying for years that there needs to be a vehicle that is a 3 cylinder that holds two people and is built specifically for MPG... and is affordable.
Man Raiti, I really love Kei cars so much, wish we could get them sold new in America. These two would be fun cars. I will eventually be moving to Sweden and the Jimny is currently sold there.....by the time I move there in around 5 years it will probably be out of production (or at least not sold in Sweden anymore), but picking up a gently used one sounds like fun.
Joe, great seeing a Suzuki product on your channel. I currently drive a 2012 Kizashi in NC. It's been the best car I've ever owned out of 30, and now has 120,000 completely trouble-free miles. The Kizashi was an in-house design and truly an awesome and overlooked car. I'd not hesitate to purchase a Hustler. Great job!
Fun fact Traded a nearly new 1986 loaded black on black loaded 5 speed MR2. For a brand new 5 speed black hard top Suzuki Samari ran it 60,000 reliable miles - sold for more than I paid for it. Bought a then brand new design / new 89 sr5 black extra cab Toyota 4x4
This looks like a GREAT fleet vehicle for the IT company I used to work for that had a bunch of Ford Escapes. This Suzuki could be a fun way to be "all business".
The Jimny is just too fun to drive off-road. Though it is small in stature, its capability gives you so much confidence. You can go literally anywhere with it
If they brought this to the US, I'd totally rock one, the only issue is someone would take issue with the name, so it would be changed to some stupid name in a heartbeat
Let’s now play “is this cool little car available in North America”, the game where the answer is always “no, we’re stuck with bigger versions of everything and it sucks”! So, is this available in North America?
Speaking of Japan, Tofer's Car Tales channel just posted a tribute to the 1986 Michael Keaton movie "Gung Ho!", a comedy about American auto workers and a Japanese automaker that came to save their plant.
The problem with subcompacts in the U.S. is that by the time they get here, they’re so watered down that there’s nothing left but the shell and engine. You can’t maintain sales numbers when all you have to offer is headroom and a 100Hp motor….you alienate all the folks who can easily afford and want a subcompact when all the bells and whistles are missing. I loved the Scion xB and Nissan Cube when they came out but they had none of the “fancy” features that were offered across the pond, like a sunroof, upgraded infotainment/stereo system, power folding mirrors, dual climate control, and leather upholstery. You had to upgrade to a Mini (and later a Fiat) to get these premium features, but I wasn’t willing to sacrifice reliability and build quality at this price point.🤪 The Kia Soul is the spiritual successor to the xB and Cube, but it’ll end up on the chopping block like the 2nd gen xB if it continues to grow…these box on wheels lose their luster at a certain size.
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I wish we would could get the latest Suzuki Jimny here in the US as a low cost Wrangler alternative
That would be very cool. I wonder how it would sell.
@@RaitisRides
Like hotcakes would be my guess. I spend half the year in Japan and half in the US - they are VERY capable off-roaders. The top of the line model Jimny is currently 2,264,345 yen, and with the insane exchange rates, that is about $15kUSD.
Just compare that to what Jeep is charging now for their cheapest Wrangler
@@RaitisRidesHere in South Africa, the Suzuki Jimney has just been launched. It’s a mini 5 door Wrangler with proper 4x4 suspension that is very comparable to any toughest Jeep or Toyota. Thinking of getting one myself.
@@RaitisRides I've seen Jimnys here in California since they are sold in Mexico. No doubt its forbidden fruit.
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I really wished Suzuki would sell cars here again. I recently saw a new Suzuki jimny driving near my home in Vegas. They were probably visiting from Mexico.
You are not the first to say that.
It looks so cute, especially the 2 doors version. I'd definitely buy one.
I know how you feel Omar
The two-door version is the version I can see maybe possibly coming to the United States
Are y'all talking about jimny
@@koshalsharma1974 I've seen the Jimny, I'm not completely sure but it could be just a little bit bigger than this.
They don't say it here but the 2 Suzuki's are 2 separate vehicles. The Jimny isn't in the same category
That was an interesting presentation, Joe! You actually went all the way to Tokyo for the auto show. Both of those Suzuki's are great looking vehicles and are ideal for their environment. As you say, Japan is not overrun with F-150s and Ram 1500s.
Thanks for letting me bring something a little different. A big emphasis on the "little." LOL
I've driven both generations of Hustler in Japan. IMO, great little runners, cheap interiors but very utilitarian, perfect for a second runabout for a young Japanese family.
"Hey mom, I'm borrowing dad's hustler. ".... mom- "the what?!"
I freaking love this!
@RaitisRides I appreciate what you do to bring us these videos.
*”his what?!”
😂😂
😂😂
The Suzuki Jimny is one of the best selling vehicles in the world and is such a perfect little truck. It’s a travesty that we don’t get it here in NA. It would be the best seller for sure.
It would only be if it was priced appropriately but they couldn’t sell them in the same state they do everywhere else . Their cars wouldn’t pass our crash tests and driving these on the highways would be scary with how slow they are.
I'm not normally a fan of crossovers or SUVs but I kinda like this. Would be nice to be able to get one in the US.
It’s really an interesting concept
Check out the Suzuki Spacia Gear, it's kinda like the adventurer Hustler
I recently bought a brand new Suzuki Vitara and coming from 5 consecutive Audis (80 B4, A4 B5, A6 C5, A6 C6, A7 C7) over 16 years, I am very surprised by the quality, the usability, the peppiness, the handling, the room, the attention to detail, the reliability. This has to be the best car I have owned. Not turning back and considering adding a Jimny two-door to my fleet when I get the chance. 👍🏾
Yeah, they’re both cool little vehicles, and that would be great to bring those to the US!
They're great cars but not really suitable for wide open American roads. Even the larger engined Jimny doesn't feel comfortable at 60mph. In Japan, you can only get up to 60mph on the freeways which aren't typically used day to day by your average Japanese person.
This would be a hot seller in the US if they give it proper off-road capabilities. Perfect size to get around town easily, good MPG being a hybrid and fun on the weekends! So tired of oversized, overpriced SUVs that you can’t take off-road!
Crazy fact: Suzuki Jimny has been around in Japan for over 3 years, but it still has a year waiting list. Good luck getting one without paying the dealer markup 😂
I hope we all get @RaitisRides to 2 mill sub asap!!!!! 🔥💯
Suzuki is a _very_ popular brand in Japan. Lots of utility kei cars and compact SUVs for government, food business and contractor/construction people.
You are so very right about that!
I love the Suzuki, Jimny, I wish we could buy it in the US, looks like a great farming vehicle.
A+++ Japan content coverage! LOVE these vids. Thanks so much Raiti team!
Living in Japan I definitely must buy this so my friends will call me a Hustler 😂
My dream car , suzuki hustler!❤❤❤
"Getting into the rear of the Hustler...." 😮
Joe! I thought this channel was family-friendly😅
The Suzuki Jimny (pronounced jim-knee) which is their tiny Jeep (and a direct descendant of the Samurai) is a worldwide hit, and they ask a staggering 30k for that car in Brasil, where it is every young person's dream to have one. This Hustler is a fantastic design. So much nicer than the Cube and the Scion xB. This would be so great in San Francisco, where you have all these small parking spaces between driveways that don't fit a regular length car. I would buy this in a second. The crease in the door will stiffen it; not just an aesthetic choice.
I curse all these dumb regulations we have that block the Kei cars from coming over. We need more cheap cars that fit in small spaces.
I’m the Jimny is a baby gwagon not a keep
Always appreciate the content and energy
Thank you my friend!
thank you camera person for the great shots
Lori is the best in the biz!
Absolutely love that car especially the 2 door! Amazing 😍
way cool that you are at the Tokyo show. thanks for reviewing a small car. love it
Amazing review Joe.
A perfect daily car for sure. I own a small car from Suzuki too. It’s an Alto 800cc. Just basic and small but surprisingly spacious inside. Fun little hatch. Power is adequate for its lightness. You’ll almost forget to visit gas stations. Consumption is just like scooters. AC too is impressive from where I live a tropical country. The car is a keeper.
Ratis rides is the best car review guy on TH-cam hands down!.. we all love so much mr rati, you mak us laughing while also admiring the exclusive vehicles and content. Ur so amazing for responding to me on ig😄 i cant believe u did
The Jimny is a phenomenal vehicle and actually performs very well off road mostly due to its light weight. There’s a video on TH-cam with some British guys from edmunds I think, off-roading and competing with a wrangler and a G-Wagon. Very entertaining to watch.
Most offroad vidoes of the hustler are made by Siberians
I really like the Kei vehicles in Japan. Cool trucks, cars and vans.
Joe you're the greatest. Never thought I'd see a Suzuki on one of your reviews. There are hundreds of them here in Barbados 🇧🇧
I like it. We had a 50-Zuzuki Cycle as teens. Fun and lasted as I seen many Suzuki autos of past. I am 75 & own a '19 Rogue AWD in Monarch Orange. Would consider switching to the Hustler. Has to come in Yellow or Orange with Bronze top etc. Thanks for this good news from Suzuki.😊❤
Please tell me you guys did a video on the Hilux! When I was stationed there, I wanted one so bad.
all anyone needs is a small car to commute to work but everything in the US, even compact and sub compact are midsize vehicles…
Spot on the money!
I've been saying for years that there needs to be a vehicle that is a 3 cylinder that holds two people and is built specifically for MPG... and is affordable.
I would definitely like to have this here in the USA, I think it would be a hit❤
I wasn't even thinking about the magazine until he said it.
Man Raiti, I really love Kei cars so much, wish we could get them sold new in America. These two would be fun cars. I will eventually be moving to Sweden and the Jimny is currently sold there.....by the time I move there in around 5 years it will probably be out of production (or at least not sold in Sweden anymore), but picking up a gently used one sounds like fun.
Joe, great seeing a Suzuki product on your channel. I currently drive a 2012 Kizashi in NC. It's been the best car I've ever owned out of 30, and now has 120,000 completely trouble-free miles. The Kizashi was an in-house design and truly an awesome and overlooked car. I'd not hesitate to purchase a Hustler. Great job!
Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work and I love the video 👍
Fun fact
Traded a nearly new 1986 loaded black on black loaded 5 speed MR2. For a brand new 5 speed black hard top Suzuki Samari ran it 60,000 reliable miles - sold for more than I paid for it. Bought a then brand new design / new 89 sr5 black extra cab Toyota 4x4
Oh man what a story
This looks like a GREAT fleet vehicle for the IT company I used to work for that had a bunch of Ford Escapes. This Suzuki could be a fun way to be "all business".
Love your videos
Can't say "JIM-KNEE" cause we all was laughing at Laurie pointing out that little "Hustler pipe" 🤣😂
NICE, YES bring it to the US, perfect Grocery Getter!
The Jimny is just too fun to drive off-road. Though it is small in stature, its capability gives you so much confidence. You can go literally anywhere with it
That is so very awesome to hear!
BRING BACK SUZUKI !🇺🇲
If they brought this to the US, I'd totally rock one, the only issue is someone would take issue with the name, so it would be changed to some stupid name in a heartbeat
Its a beautiful cross over SUV
It's so cute !!!! I'll take it in red please ❤❤❤
Suzuki is still a huge huge name in India, they are combine with a Indian car manufacturer, called together (MarutiSuzuki)
will you be covering the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe anytime soon, Joe?
Joe, if you had to pick a family suv, which would you pick?
Let’s now play “is this cool little car available in North America”, the game where the answer is always “no, we’re stuck with bigger versions of everything and it sucks”!
So, is this available in North America?
I like the new Suzuki Hustler, I actually would like one
This car look like Honda elements
That's what I was thinking of !!
Speaking of Japan, Tofer's Car Tales channel just posted a tribute to the 1986 Michael Keaton movie "Gung Ho!", a comedy about American auto workers and a Japanese automaker that came to save their plant.
Jimney >>>>> that weird Hustler but this thing still looks cool. Doesn't look safe tho lol
I know how you feel
@@RaitisRides I swear you be using some AI bot to reply to comments 🤣
Yeah, Of course Joe.
That is so awesome man!
I wish they would bring back the samari, ive seen those lifted into 4x4 on truck night in America all the time
Nice job Lori and Joe
There's also a slightly larger regular car version called the XBEE. I don't know why Suzuki doesn't export it to other countries.
Love it. I have a Honda element now and if these were electric I’d be in!
Stay tuned because I have more like these coming that are electric
“It [Honda passport] looks like my sister’s Suzuki.” -Joe
Yes, bring it to the U.S!
“Mom I want a hummer!”
“We have hummer at home”
hummer at home-
They should bring those small vehicles to USA. 👍
Is this truck coming to US?
I live in a not so great neighborhood. If this thing comes to the states, it will be very popular with the street hustlers if you know what I mean😅
Suzuki please make the hustler global. The world is ready
There are so many regulations that you will not be prepared at all.
They may be small, but l suspect they're big enough to carry your Twinkies around in.
You better believe it!
It's like the Suzuki Samurai
I know right!
Jimny is the current successor of the Samurai. It's the same lineup.
Cute baby hummer 👶
It needs wider tires ! 😎
Maybe get it lifted???? LOL
Can’t wait to tip over in those things going around a curve.
I want to dislike it, I really do....but I can't! It's a cool little car.
That is exactly how I felt!
We need it in the United States that Hustler is really nice would like to see the interior also 🤔
the new Jimny has manual or automatic transmission?
For the Hustler, I'm jus' 1derin' 'bout the power, with its cargo' load capacity, does the torque cover it? Shout out Lori...
The problem with subcompacts in the U.S. is that by the time they get here, they’re so watered down that there’s nothing left but the shell and engine. You can’t maintain sales numbers when all you have to offer is headroom and a 100Hp motor….you alienate all the folks who can easily afford and want a subcompact when all the bells and whistles are missing. I loved the Scion xB and Nissan Cube when they came out but they had none of the “fancy” features that were offered across the pond, like a sunroof, upgraded infotainment/stereo system, power folding mirrors, dual climate control, and leather upholstery. You had to upgrade to a Mini (and later a Fiat) to get these premium features, but I wasn’t willing to sacrifice reliability and build quality at this price point.🤪 The Kia Soul is the spiritual successor to the xB and Cube, but it’ll end up on the chopping block like the 2nd gen xB if it continues to grow…these box on wheels lose their luster at a certain size.
Need these in the UK
💯💯💯
I would love to have the hustler and the Jimney in the United States
25 years, now we wait...
RIP Larry Flint
Imagine this car came to the US. But, it should
Joe, the second vehicle you featured is pronounced JIM-NEE and not JIMMY. LOL
Looks like a Scion XB and I dig it
I want this 4door. Will they make a US version?
That is the million dollar question
Hey Joe that's one small car!
I wish the Japanese would bring the Kei cars to the US. Not everyone in America wants a large vehicle
This is so very true. I’m just not to sure how they would sell.
@@RaitisRidesif gas gets really really crazy,it might be a viable option for certain companies
If you bring a fuel efficient vehicle to US it's not good for business. Consumer's loss. It's all about the money 💰💰💰
Cute little thing
Best looking wheelbarrow I’ve ever seen lol
How much TopRamen fit in door pocket?
Toyota Scion Xb ... was the closest we got for this type in the US
7:01 almost bronco 😂
You are so very right about that.
I wish you have branch here in Philippines cause I really love this car.
I love it. It will sell like hot cakes and I know that serious car collectors will purchase one, just like they're doing with the Fiat 500.
Like a lot.
Should have in USA 🇺🇸
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
How much engine cc?
I can see joe driving around in one of these attempting to pick up chicks 😀
I want to see the Jimmy guys
Heck yeah!