سوزوکی جمنی 2022

Suzuki Jimny is a mini 4x4 SUV, often called a tiny off-roader. It’s a fairly simple car with not many frills. But its tiny size and rugged ability make it a fantastic car for off-roading. First introduced in 1970, this little SUV is now in its fourth generation. 

The first generation Suzuki Jimny was called the LJ10 (Light Jeep 10). It came with a 359cc air-cooled in-line two-cylinder engine with a 4-speed manual transmission. In 1972, Suzuki introduced the LJ20 model with a water-cooled engine. 

The second generation Suzuki Jimny came in 1981 with a 539cc three-cylinder engine. Later, the same model came with bigger 970cc and 1328cc engines with 5-speed manual transmission.

The third generation Suzuki Jimny arrived in 1998 and continued till 2018. During these years, the car was offered in four different engine sizes — 658cc, 1298cc, 1328cc, and 1461cc. The third-gen came with a 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission options.

The latest fourth generation Jimny was introduced in 2018 with a 1.5L engine with a 5-speed manual and 4-speed automatic transmission options. 

Other than engine and gearbox, nothing more has changed in the Suzuki Jimny. All four generations have the same boxy looks. Although the fourth generation took over the third generation three years ago, the third generation Jimny is more popular than the fourth one. 

Exterior

The latest fourth generation Suzuki Jimny has the same retro look as the previous generations but with a few styling cues from other off-roaders. Although the current Jimny weighs almost twice as much as the first one, it still looks a bit like a baby Jeep. New Jimny’s squared-off design gives it a tougher look than its predecessor, but the grille and round headlights borrow heavily from the first-gen Jimny. Chunky 15-inch all-season tires add to its off-roading capabilities.

Interior

The interior of Suzuki Jimny is pretty basic, but it does bring a host of feel-good features. The neat leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel is height adjustable. The front is surprisingly roomy, but the back seats are cramped. There are no rear doors and climbing into the second row is a hassle. The rear windows are fixed and can’t be opened. There are no air vents, so it can feel claustrophobic on long trips.

Engine

The latest Jimny model is powered with a naturally aspirated 1.5-liter inline-four good for 101 horsepower and 130 Nm of torque.

Mileage

When the 1.5L engine is mated to the 5-speed manual gearbox, the car gives a mileage of 15 to 16 kilometers per liter. With a 4-speed automatic transmission, the fuel economy comes to 13 to 14 km/L.

Competitors

In the international market, Suzuki’s tiny off-roading SUV competes with Mazda CX-3, Honda HR-V, and Ford EcoSport.

Specifications

The 1.5L naturally aspirated engine produces 101 hp and 130 Nm torque.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Excellent off-roading capabilities
• Durability
• Cool look

Cons

• Cramped space
• Lack of safety features
• Over the top price