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Get to know the Suzuki’s Best Off-Road SUV: Suzuki Jimny

by Masashi S. JDM Enthusiast

The Suzuki Jimny is a 4×4 off-road mini SUV that was first produced in 1970 by Suzuki and is currently in its 4th generation. The Suzuki Jimny was originally built as a KEI car in Japan with approximately 3m lengths and 1.6m width which was a very convenient car and easy to maneuver in tiny spaces. It can also be driven in muddy terrains, climbing steep slopes, through snow, or in bad weather. 

The 1st generation Suzuki Jimny was introduced in 1970 – 1981, the 2nd generation in 1981 – 1998, the 3rd generation in 1998 – 2018, and in 2018, the 4th generation was released. It had various body configurations over the years which include half-door convertible, three-door hardtop, and raised-roof hardtop. 


Specifications and Features


The Suzuki Jimny offers standard features which include 6 airbags, a 7.0-inch multimedia screen with reversing camera display, satellite navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Apple Android/CarPlay Auto smartphone mirroring, air conditioning with climate control, central locking, LED headlights with high beam assist, front fog lamps, and 15-inch alloy wheels. Additional features are autonomous emergency braking, hill descent control, electronic stability control, power-adjusted door windows, lane departure warning, cruise control, and side mirrors.


The Suzuki Jimny was equipped with a 0.7L 3-cylinder engine producing power of 47kW at 6000RPM with a fuel economy of 7.14 L/100km, 1.3L 4-cylinder engine producing power of 63kW at 6000RPM with a fuel economy of 7.3 L/100km, and the most popular and powerful variant, 1.5L 4-cylinder engine producing power of 75kW at 6000RPM with a fuel economy of 6.8 L/100km.


Interior and Exterior

The Jimny has a well-designed interior with plenty of headroom and legroom, 4 seats trimmed in synthetic leather or cloth, and ISOFIX child seat mountings on the rear seats. The controls are well organized for easy access, adjustable steering wheel, and compartments including door pockets, a glove box, and a tray. The cabin is tall with a comfortable driver seat and an elevated position that gives good visibility, easy and light to drive, especially as an automatic.

Lastly,


If you are looking for a car for a long road trip or going for muddy terrains then the Suzuki Jimny is for you. Its compact size which is easy to maneuver on small roads and with great visibility is exactly the right car to drive for some good adventure. Through the years, it has already proven its reliability and undisputed abilities to tackle the harshest weather or climb up and down the hill. It is a one-of-a-kind car that can challenge any kind of weather so why not start checking the Suzuki Jimny stocklist to get yours today.


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About Masashi S. Junior   JDM Enthusiast

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Created on Nov 9th 2021 00:47. Viewed 251 times.

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