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Suzuki Jimny Cabrio III (facelift 2005) 1.3 VVT (85 Hp) 4WD
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Suzuki Jimny:
The Suzuki Jimny is a series of four-wheel drive off-road mini SUV, manufactured and marketed by Japanese automaker Suzuki since 1970.
Originally belonging to the kei class, Japan's light automobile tax/legal class, the company continues to market a kei-compliant version for the Japanese and global markets as the Jimny, as well as versions that exceed kei-class limitations. Suzuki has marketed 2. 85 million units of the Jimny in 194 countries through September 2018....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cabrio III (facelift 2005) Overview:
Suzuki Jimny (Cabrio III (facelift 2005)). With 110 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1170 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.1 s). The top speed reaches 140 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.3 VVT (85 Hp) 4WD Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.3 VVT engine provides adequate power for off-road adventures and city driving, though it feels underpowered on highways with a 0-100 km/h time of 14.1 seconds.
Fuel Economy
With a combined fuel consumption of 7.3 l/100 km, the 1.3 VVT offers reasonable economy for a permanent 4WD off-road vehicle of its size and age.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent off-road capability for its size
- • Compact and agile for tight trails
- • Convertible option offers unique open-air experience
- • Generally reliable and robust
- • Good value for a dedicated 4x4
Cons:
- • Limited on-road performance and refinement
- • Basic interior comfort and features
- • Small boot space (113 liters)
- • Dated safety ratings compared to modern vehicles
- • Noisy at higher speeds
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2004 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Jimny |
| Generation: | Cabrio III (facelift 2005) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.3 VVT (85 Hp) 4WD |
| Start of production: | 2005 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle, Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 64 Hp/l [20mm more] |
| Torque: | 110 Nm @ 4100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M13A More details about the engine M13A |
| Engine displacement: | 1328 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 5.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 69.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 140 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.8 kg/Hp, 72.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.6 kg/Nm, 94 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1170 |
| Max. weight: | 1420 |
| Max load: | 250 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 113 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 350 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 31° |
| Length: | 3665 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Width: | 1600 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1655 mm mm [50mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2250 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1780 mm |
| Front track: | 1355 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1365 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 190 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 37° |
| Departure angle: | 46° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/70 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Rigid axle suspension |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Coil spring |
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