Suzuki Jimny (98 on) - Review Review by David Ross on 24 August 2009 Last Updated: 08 March 2011 The Jimny harks back to previous small Suzuki 4x4s - such as the SJ and Samurai ranges - with utilitarian styling and off-road practicality. But this model is more urbanite style statement than agricultural workhorse. The 1.3-litre engine is a little unrefined, but willing enough and is capable around town, however it struggles at higher speeds and it's clear that the Jimny is not a car designed for long distance travel. Noise is an issue and from behind the wheel it feels dated - hardly surprising since it was first launched in 1998. Small families will find the rear two seats a bit too cramped and the boot is pretty much pointless. But it is very affordable and comes well equipped as standard. 2 out of 5 Other Suzuki reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 2 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £11,995 - £13,800 View all new prices Used price range: £1,072 - £11,480 View all used prices See 3 new models for sale from £10,995 Get a Suzuki Jimny (98 on) information pack Next steps Suzuki Jimny cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 180 models like this for sale, starting at £2,295. Find used Suzuki Jimnys for sale Cheap to buy and run, good off-road, robust build, well equipped, selectable four-wheel drive Feels dated, noisy and uncomfortable on the move, unrefined, non-existent boot, sluggish performance The Jimny harks back to previous small Suzuki 4x4s - such as the SJ and Samurai ranges - with utilitarian styling and off-road practicality. But this model is more urbanite style statement than agricultural workhorse. The 1.3-litre engine is a little unrefined, but willing enough and is capable around town, however it struggles at higher speeds and it's clear that the Jimny is not a car designed for long distance travel. Noise is an issue and from behind the wheel it feels dated - hardly surprising since it was first launched in 1998. Small families will find the rear two seats a bit too cramped and the boot is pretty much pointless. But it is very affordable and comes well equipped as standard. Driving & Performance Performance 2.5 out of 5"There's just the one engine in the Jimny - a 16-valve 1.3 litre petrol, which was new for the Jimny..." Handling 2 out of 5"You don't buy the Jimny for its slick and nimble handling. Just as well. Even in this class, the..." Comfort Comfort 2 out of 5"Although the 2005 facelift has given the Jimny an improved interior, it's still not up to the..." Practicality 1.5 out of 5"The interior is basic as one might expect in a practical vehicle, but rear legroom is tight and it..." Equipment 2.5 out of 5"Standard equipment includes a stereo, split-folding rear seat and tinted glass. Special edition..." Behind the wheel 3 out of 5"An upright driving position gives good forward visibility, but the rearward view is rather..." Costs Running costs 3 out of 5"The Jimny is cheap at around £10K with a manual gearbox and running costs are on a par with the rest..." Green credentials 2.5 out of 5"The Jimny is not particularly environmentally friendly and with an average of 184g/km CO2 across the..." Safety & Reliability Safety 2.5 out of 5"The Jimny hasn't been tested by Euro NCAP, but it's an old design and not expected to achieve the..." Reliability 4 out of 5"Suzuki have been making 4x4s for a long while and the build quality has led to very few breakdowns,..." Buying & Selling Buying new 3 out of 5"There used to be a version with a soft top but now only the hard top is available. The Jimny is an..." Buying used 3.5 out of 5"Soft top models command slightly higher prices, because of their slightly more youthful image. There..." Selling 2 out of 5"The Jimny is almost a niche model. It's too small to be practical for small families, so will only..." Gallery View full gallery Owners' reviews Used Suzuki Jimny (98 on) 1.3 JLX 3d 4 out of 5 “ In the extreme weather we had this year it has proven its worth as it drove through big floods and... ” Angie Mitchell Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Suzuki Jimny cars for sale We have 180 models like this for sale. Find Suzuki Jimny cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures
Used Suzuki Jimny (98 on) 1.3 JLX 3d 4 out of 5 “ In the extreme weather we had this year it has proven its worth as it drove through big floods and... ” Angie Mitchell