Suzuki Jimny
The Suzuki Jimny is a series of four-wheel drive off-road mini SUVs manufactured and marketed by Japanese automaker Suzuki since 1970.
| Manufacturer | Suzuki |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1970 |
| Body type | SUV |
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Suzuki Jimny cars registered for the first time across 5 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 603 |
| Germany | 205 |
| Italy | 16 |
| Romania | 9 |
| Sweden | 1 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Suzuki Jimny (from registration data). 2 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 139 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 144 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Suzuki models
Similar SUV models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 75% of Suzuki Jimnys pass their MOT test first time, based on 24,934 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
5 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Suzuki Jimny. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-07-02
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
Resin fragments inside the brake hydraulic control unit might get stuck in the hydraulic control valve which could lead to the anti-lock braking system (ABS) not working properly.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-08-21
- Passenger carsEU · Safety Gate (Greece)
The brake booster does not work adequately and thus the brake pedal operation can be harder, consequently the stopping distance can be longer.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-09-23
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2024-04-12
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Poland)
The product does not comply with the requirements laid down in the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-07-02
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Suzuki recalls.