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Suzuki Jimny IV (3-door) 1.5 (102 Hp) ALLGRIP PRO
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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)
IV (3-door) Overview:
Suzuki Jimny (IV (3-door)). With 130 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1112 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.5 (102 Hp) ALLGRIP PRO Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The robust 1.5L K15B engine delivers reliable 102 Hp, perfectly suited for the Jimny's go-anywhere philosophy. It offers predictable power delivery for diverse driving conditions.
Fuel Economy
Achieving 6.1 l/100 km combined, this manual ALLGRIP PRO variant offers a good balance of off-road capability and reasonable running costs for its segment.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Rugged and durable construction
- • Distinctive retro styling
- • Compact and maneuverable
- • Reliable K15B engine
Cons:
- • Limited on-road performance
- • Basic interior comfort
- • Small cargo space (especially 4-seater)
- • Modest safety rating
- • Higher fuel consumption for its size compared to regular cars
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2012): 2015 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Suzuki |
| Model: | Jimny |
| Generation: | IV (3-door) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 (102 Hp) ALLGRIP PRO |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 102 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.8 Hp/l [30mm less] |
| Torque: | 130 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K15B More details about the engine K15B |
| Engine displacement: | 1462 |
| 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 119.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1090-1135 |
| Max. weight: | 1435 |
| Max load: | 300-345 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 830 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 85 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 28° |
| Length: | 3645 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Width: | 1645 mm mm [45mm more] |
| Height: | 1725 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2250 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1395 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1405 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 210 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 37° |
| Departure angle: | 49° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Tires size | 195/80 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Rigid axle suspension |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Suzuki Jimny, what would it be?