What’s in a name?

Jimny is an amalgamation of “jeep” and “mini” (say that five times fast), named when Jeep was still commonly used as a generic term for small 4×4 vehicles.

SUZUKI JIMNY 1.5 GLX ALLGRIP

Engine: 1.5-litre petrol

Power: 77kW

Torque: 138Nm

Fuel consumption: 6.3L/100km (claimed) Top speed: n/a

Price: R356 900

Suzuki South Africa has expanded the Jimny line-up with two GL models, manual and automatic, that will slot between the entry-level Jimny GA and top-of-the-range Jimny GLX. The entire range is fitted with Suzuki's AllGrip 4x4 system and powered by the same 1.5-litre 77kW/138Nm petrol engine.