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Suzuki Jimny (2018 to 2020)

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Suzuki Jimny (2018 to 2020)

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    Summary


    The Suzuki Jimny is a small SUV, but is far more oriented to off-road work than any other cars of similar size on sale in the UK. The latest model, launched in 2018, replaced a model that had been in production for 20 years. Unfortunately, it only survived a couple of years before being discontinued.

    The Jimny received a broad range of scores from the UK media, which reflected its rather narrow niche. It was highly praised for its off-roading ability, but criticised for its on-road handling and poor safety rating compared to other vehicles of similar size and price. It also had an anti-theft security rating of “Unacceptable” from Thatcham Research.

    The Suzuki Jimny was withdrawn from sale in the UK in 2020 as it no longer complied with passenger car emissions regulations. However, Suzuki has now re-introduced the Jimny to the UK market as a commercial vehicle.

    Key specifications


    Body style: Small three-door SUV
    Engines: petrol
    Price: From £15,499 on-road

    Launched: Summer 2018
    Last updated:
    Replacement due: N/A


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    Safety rating


    Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP

    Overall score: 3 stars
    Date tested: September 2018
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    Adult protection: 73%
    Child protection: 84%
    Vulnerable road users: 52%
    Safety assist: 50%

    Eco rating


    Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP

    No eco rating

    The Suzuki Jimny has not been lab tested by Green NCAP.

    Reliability rating

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    No reliability rating

    As of January 2023, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Suzuki Jimny to generate a reliability rating.

    The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy. As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Jimny, we’ll publish the score here.

    Security rating


    Independent vehicle theft and security ratings from Thatcham Research

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    Rating: Superior | Good | Basic | Poor | Unacceptable
    Relay Attack: N/A (No keyless entry or keyless start facility)

    Date: 2019

    Awards


    Trophies, prizes and awards that the Suzuki Jimny has received

    2019

    • World Car Awards – World Urban Car
    • UK Car of the Year Awards – Best 4×4
    • Parkers New Car Awards – Best Off-Roader
    • Car Dealer Power Awards – Car of the Year
    • Southern Group of Motoring Writers New Year Honours List – Dark Horse of the Year

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    Big interest in new Suzuki Jimny 4×4

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    The Suzuki Jimny received a wide range of scores from the UK media, with praise for its off-roading ability but criticism for its on-road handling.Suzuki Jimny (2018 to 2020)