The all-new Suzuki Jimny has landed in Australia.

The all-new small lightweight 4X4 features a functional exterior and interior, ladder frame body, ALLGRIP PRO 4WD system with a low range transfer gear, which can be easily switched from 2H (2WD-high gear), 4H (4WD-high gear) and 4L (4WD-low gear).

The Jimny has Dual Sensor Brake Support (DSBS), hill descent control, lane departure warning, six airbags, high beam assist, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), reversing camera and LED headlights all fitted as standard equipment.

For the powertrain, there’s a 1.5-litre engine with an output of 75kW. Available in a 5-speed manual transmission and also a 4-speed automatic transmission.

Other specifications include:

• Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
• 7-inch multimedia satellite navigation
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Reversing camera
• Digital climate control & air conditioning
• Cruise control
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Front fog lamps
• 15-inch alloy wheels
• Privacy glass

Six body colours will be made available including a new colour developed exclusively for the all-new Jimny a high-visibility “Kinetic Yellow”.

• Kinetic Yellow + Bluish Black Pearl
• Brisk Blue Metallic + Bluish Black Pearl
• Chiffon Ivory Metallic + Bluish Black Pearl
• Jungle Green
• Medium Gray
• Superior White

Recommended retail pricing:

• 5-speed manual transmission: $23,990
• 4-speed auto transmission: $25,990

With an additional paint charge of $500 for metallic and $1,250 for two-tone.

Source: Motor Trader E-Magazine (Feb 2019)

14 Feb 2019