I just got back from a 1400 km trip. It felt fine. I was constantly reaching 120 kmph and maintaining that speed on highways. Today, I took 4 breaks in a 485 km trip on highways as well as narrow, single-lane roads in the hills that I finished in 9 hours with another passenger, a cat, and 5 days of luggage. Is this lacking in power? I didn't think so. This engine is meant to be revved high, and it maintains good speed.
This is the best Jimny review I could find around the Globe! after watching reviews from West to East; It's not only in Cape Town, I used to see it everyday in Centurion and I still see them in Midrand, Personally I like the 3-door model, it's looks funky and cool, the car makes you smile inside, it's like that tiny dog that runs to every stranger waggling it's tail every time you enter someone's yard, you just wanna take it with you.
Love the Jimny. It's quite a great value proposition, overall. I just think they aught to have availed something like a 2.0 liter version, especially with this specific iteration. 🙂
It will take a long time before I am used to the weird look of a 5-door Jimny. The biggest problem is the massive price difference between a 5-door Jimny and a 3-door GLX which still makes the GLX an attractive alternative.
So good to see Juliet here on Ignition, nice short but detailed review. The car is the right price with the right off-road capabilities but needed the 1.4T engine and 6 speed auto out the swift sport instead.
The car is good but because of too much hype before launch by you tubers maruti suzuki overpriced this vehicle. A car is nice but should not deserve a higher cost in comparison with Thar. Initially i wanted to buy this one waited long but after launch seeing the over swelled price I preferred to switch on to Mahindra Thar and bought a 4wd hard Top version of Thar with a lesser price than Jimny
Suzuki Jimny can be tuned, customised and personalized as per requirement without breaking your bank balance. Engine lacks power for sure. Automatic dulls it further.
Hi, I never really like the previous previous version of the Jimny I think it was called Samurai at one point old jeep, The new Jimny however looks alright I think and now with this five door, gives more practicality which is good, I think if you live in the wilderness of Africa or perhaps even the outback in Australia, the Jimny makes quite a lot of sense and same can be said if you live down in the rugged mountainside however I would like to know what the performance is like going up hill or mountainside driving. In short I don't think I would mind owning one. However I would need a good car also.
An Australian here - I agree with you. However, I think the small tank would need upgrading and I'm sure they are available or soon will be from those wonderful specialist shops that make snorkels, nice grills, lift kits etc. While I don't live in the outback and instead in the subtropics close to the coast, I need to have confidence that I can have at least 450 plus kms before needing to fill her up.
@@7shpongle it's very reliable but not powerful enough. I live in Johannesburg where an already weak engine loses 18% of it's power because of the altitude making it even less powerful. Nope it's not better
The Jimny was originally made for the Japanese market, where narrow streets, difficult parking spaces and mountain roads and trails are abundant. I’ve spent a lot of time in Japan and see them mostly in the rural areas in farming communities or in inner city 4x4 clubs. There is a huge community for them over there with every mod you could think of. They are perfect as a hire vehicle for around the islands.
I really love the Jimny (as a toy), but it has been let down by the small 1,5L engine, a 1.8L (at least) is needed i`m afraid! At R480 000 I would buy a 2nd hand 2,4 Toyota Fortuner 4x4, more power, more space and even if you get it at 200 000km on the clock, it will probably still out last a Jimny and have far better off-road ability!
I didn’t c a parcel shelf😢 Look it’s not high risk but goods will be. It’s highly overpriced a used Toyota fortuner (albeit theft😢) would be better Even a Renault duster 4x4 would do really and be more efficient. No thanks Jimny
I just got back from a 1400 km trip. It felt fine. I was constantly reaching 120 kmph and maintaining that speed on highways. Today, I took 4 breaks in a 485 km trip on highways as well as narrow, single-lane roads in the hills that I finished in 9 hours with another passenger, a cat, and 5 days of luggage. Is this lacking in power? I didn't think so. This engine is meant to be revved high, and it maintains good speed.
This is the best Jimny review I could find around the Globe!
after watching reviews from West to East; It's not only in Cape Town, I used to see it everyday in Centurion and I still see them in Midrand, Personally I like the 3-door model, it's looks funky and cool, the car makes you smile inside, it's like that tiny dog that runs to every stranger waggling it's tail every time you enter someone's yard, you just wanna take it with you.
Good practical daily user review. No guff. Just facts. Well done.
Love the Jimny. It's quite a great value proposition, overall. I just think they aught to have availed something like a 2.0 liter version, especially with this specific iteration. 🙂
Very informative video, thanks so much😊
It will take a long time before I am used to the weird look of a 5-door Jimny. The biggest problem is the massive price difference between a 5-door Jimny and a 3-door GLX which still makes the GLX an attractive alternative.
it looks better in real life than on the screen
A nice honest fair review, thanks !
So good to see Juliet here on Ignition, nice short but detailed review. The car is the right price with the right off-road capabilities but needed the 1.4T engine and 6 speed auto out the swift sport instead.
The Vitara with allgrip, also has the 1.4 turbo/6 speed auto, I think Suzuki should of offered this combo on the bigger Jimny.
All u need is vitara, karl. Jimny for that who understand)
I love it, I want it and I'm going to have it 🇨🇷 😄
Great review. Thank you. And thank you for not singing 😂
Great review! Well done👌
I wish i can own it from my heart i real love it am from Tanzania
This opens a door for a Grand Jimny.
Basically making it to be longer, just like VW on a Tiguan
Excellent…
Hello, have you had the chance to test the Automatic? What would you recommend to buy between AT and MT?
Back seats not laying flat like in the 3 door is a big error on Suzuki's part I reckon. Would be an ideal length to sleep inside when required.
who said? they do fold flat
@@branduncensored not in the one I tried laying them flat in
Mercy G Class
The car is good but because of too much hype before launch by you tubers maruti suzuki overpriced this vehicle. A car is nice but should not deserve a higher cost in comparison with Thar. Initially i wanted to buy this one waited long but after launch seeing the over swelled price I preferred to switch on to Mahindra Thar and bought a 4wd hard Top version of Thar with a lesser price than Jimny
Just remember it takes a while for the Jimny engine to loosen up. only around the 5000km mark you feel the difference.
Suzuki Jimny can be tuned, customised and personalized as per requirement without breaking your bank balance. Engine lacks power for sure. Automatic dulls it further.
Hi, I never really like the previous previous version of the Jimny I think it was called Samurai at one point old jeep, The new Jimny however looks alright I think and now with this five door, gives more practicality which is good, I think if you live in the wilderness of Africa or perhaps even the outback in Australia, the Jimny makes quite a lot of sense and same can be said if you live down in the rugged mountainside however I would like to know what the performance is like going up hill or mountainside driving. In short I don't think I would mind owning one. However I would need a good car also.
An Australian here - I agree with you. However, I think the small tank would need upgrading and I'm sure they are available or soon will be from those wonderful specialist shops that make snorkels, nice grills, lift kits etc.
While I don't live in the outback and instead in the subtropics close to the coast, I need to have confidence that I can have at least 450 plus kms before needing to fill her up.
is this coming to the EU?
Suzuki has a fantastic 1 litre turbo. Why is this not an option in the glx?
Because this 1.5 is better, karl!
@@7shpongle it's very reliable but not powerful enough. I live in Johannesburg where an already weak engine loses 18% of it's power because of the altitude making it even less powerful. Nope it's not better
@@michaelflinn7784 its the best motor for true mud. Turbo is worst choice. Maybe u need vitara 1.4 but jumny has another character
The Jimny was originally made for the Japanese market, where narrow streets, difficult parking spaces and mountain roads and trails are abundant. I’ve spent a lot of time in Japan and see them mostly in the rural areas in farming communities or in inner city 4x4 clubs. There is a huge community for them over there with every mod you could think of. They are perfect as a hire vehicle for around the islands.
@@localreviewking134 land cruiser made for japan too)
Come to the UK, we have green grass
I really love the Jimny (as a toy), but it has been let down by the small 1,5L engine, a 1.8L (at least) is needed i`m afraid! At R480 000 I would buy a 2nd hand 2,4 Toyota Fortuner 4x4, more power, more space and even if you get it at 200 000km on the clock, it will probably still out last a Jimny and have far better off-road ability!
Far better off-road ability? 🤣🤣🤣
Fortuners get hijacked left right and centre. Only reason I wouldn't get one.
Please Suzuki, make it LHD and sell it in Europe!!!
I like it, but probably gonna flat the right foot...to get moving
This is the challenge: making a car with a small engine that handles the most difficult tasks
What the secret behind this mini SUV looks powerfull but high price...challenge to competitor untol now...😊
Renault Duster?
Yes the style, the character, the personality, the history, the exquisitely simple design, just perfect, WELL DONE
I am buying this is in India...
Juliette!, since when are you here?😂
Take a Hi-Ace and make it a 4x4 overland tourer.
I prefer a Hi-ball
ROOILIPSOENE If juliet wears red lipstick the same colour as the jimny thats she reviewing
If the gearbox was mor modern and the engine had more punch It would just be more appealing. Just saying
So, do we get this in europe or not? I mean, we het 3 ton electric shitboxes, but this one? Nooo, too polluting, right?
The tyres look hiway tread.
I didn’t c a parcel shelf😢
Look it’s not high risk but goods will be.
It’s highly overpriced a used Toyota fortuner (albeit theft😢) would be better
Even a Renault duster 4x4 would do really and be more efficient.
No thanks Jimny
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They need to turbo this engine 😒,
1.5 turbo engine would be awesome
Can a turbo be added though?
Honestly, I'd rather have reliability than power. Adding complexity to an off-roader isn't a good thing. Keep it simple, and keep it under-stressed.
They have put a turbo on the same engine for the Turbo Vitara
@@vincentcarmine8731 The Vitara isn't really an off-roader any more though. The 3rd generation model was the really the last true off road Vitara.
I've got 5 door Jimny in granites Grey. India.
u r bful
U r xl
Love the Car. Engine...Underpowered. A Big no.
TH-cam car critics should not test these types of cars.. especially in India..
Sorry but buying a car made in India don't think so..................... Get the one made in Japan.
better than made in your place
Nope
Нам в России его не дождаться...