RE: New Suzuki Jimny leaked
Discussion
Lewis Kingston said:
Apologies if I've missed the discussion elsewhere but what about a modern Panda 4x4? Similar price, similarly cheerful, more advantageous drivetrain (for most), better on-road handling, stout MultiJet diesel option in inexpensive used examples, more interior space, etc.
Or there's the Ignis and Swift, both available with 4WD. I've had a couple as courtesy cat cars and I thought the 4WD Swift handled better than the FWD one. Ilovejapcrap said:
2. I'm still not sure why they didn't put the 1.4t engine in (tuned for torque rather than BHP) rather than the 1.5 n/a which im assuming is the one used in old Suzuki swift ?
It's not. The older petrol Swifts use the M13, M15, M16A and K12 engines (in Europe anyway). The current Swifts use the K10 (turbo), K12 and K14 (turbo). The new Jimny uses the K15.gweaver said:
Ilovejapcrap said:
2. I'm still not sure why they didn't put the 1.4t engine in (tuned for torque rather than BHP) rather than the 1.5 n/a which im assuming is the one used in old Suzuki swift ?
It's not. The older petrol Swifts use the M13, M15, M16A and K12 engines (in Europe anyway). The current Swifts use the K10 (turbo), K12 and K14 (turbo). The new Jimny uses the K15.The old m16a engine is a great little lump on a side note (that’s the one used in swift sport yeah)
gweaver said:
Or there's the Ignis and Swift, both available with 4WD. I've had a couple as courtesy cat cars and I thought the 4WD Swift handled better than the FWD one.
I went looking for a Grand Vit a few years ago but took the AWD version out for a lengthy spin beforehand and struggled with it. I found it had an awful drone at 60-70mph. Might have been the tyres I suppose, but it was factory fresh. A colleague has one and loves it kind, and I do think they’re cracking motors but need a tweak. Ended up forgoing the awd requirement and bought a Sport instead.....
Dan W. said:
tim0409 said:
Just off the phone from the Suzuki dealer; their allocation is four cars and I was fourth on the list; they have a base in silver which was my second choice for delivery in March (black was first) so we are going ahead with it. They didn't take a deposit when I initially placed an "order"/expression of interest, but will now. The OH is pretty excited at the prospect of owning a new car for the first time!
good work, enjoy the car My wife was chatting to a colleague about it yesterday, and he sent her a picture of one parked up outside a restaurant last night in Edinburgh; I think it must have been a salesman having some fun.
It will be interesting to see how the residuals pan out given the restricted supply. One of the reasons I hesitated on a new Polo at the start of the month was the thought of the depreciation (up until a few years ago I bought all my cars from auction and would never had contemplated a new car).
Edited by tim0409 on Thursday 20th December 13:09
My local dealer let me take their demo out for an hour which was great as got to drive it on roads I actually use.
I was expecting to be disappointed but for what we need it for which is essentially a two seater promo vehicle is ideal and performed better on road than we were expecting.
That dealer was being allocated two so thought not a chance, however, got a call this week to offer me a Kinetic Yellow one for January delivery and went in to do the deal, we were third on the list but person in front did not like the yellow so their loss was our gain.
I was expecting to be disappointed but for what we need it for which is essentially a two seater promo vehicle is ideal and performed better on road than we were expecting.
That dealer was being allocated two so thought not a chance, however, got a call this week to offer me a Kinetic Yellow one for January delivery and went in to do the deal, we were third on the list but person in front did not like the yellow so their loss was our gain.
gweaver said:
Ilovejapcrap said:
2. I'm still not sure why they didn't put the 1.4t engine in (tuned for torque rather than BHP) rather than the 1.5 n/a which im assuming is the one used in old Suzuki swift ?
It's not. The older petrol Swifts use the M13, M15, M16A and K12 engines (in Europe anyway). The current Swifts use the K10 (turbo), K12 and K14 (turbo). The new Jimny uses the K15.Had a look at the new Jimny today, it looks even better in the metal than in the pictures, but is a tiny dinky little thing I sat inside with the seat as far back as it could go and still felt like my knees where up to my chin so I'd be quite uncomfortable driving one after a while, the build quality appeared to be top notch too everything had a solid usable feel to it.
Suzuki will sell them by the bucket load as they are so good looking and that's even before their legendary off road capabilities are taken into account.
Its very impressive.
Suzuki will sell them by the bucket load as they are so good looking and that's even before their legendary off road capabilities are taken into account.
Its very impressive.
For those that have driven one, how did you find the ride? I've heard reviewers say it's jiggly. Suzukis always seem to be like that - I'm on my third and the ride over potholes has always been one of my few complaints. I'm just wondering if the Jimny soaks up the initial jarring of small ruts and potholes any better?
Mercury00 said:
For those that have driven one, how did you find the ride? I've heard reviewers say it's jiggly. Suzukis always seem to be like that - I'm on my third and the ride over potholes has always been one of my few complaints. I'm just wondering if the Jimny soaks up the initial jarring of small ruts and potholes any better?
Lie axles will always produce a slightly unsettled or different ride to what most people are used to coming from independent suspension.Fitting softer suspension and shocks helps.
Personally I quite like the way they drive... a sort of "brickhouse swagger"
Edited by skyrover on Friday 28th December 07:50
My local dealer in Durham said all gone and orders to fulfill. Not sure if they will get any more next year but phone again June/July next year.
However, managed to get first on the order list with dealer in Lincoln for a SZ5 but whatever colour arrives. He said North sold out but more available in South and going fast!
First time I have ordered a new car and not even looked or driven it - bit scary but on reviews and looks alone should be ideal for Teesdale area.
However, managed to get first on the order list with dealer in Lincoln for a SZ5 but whatever colour arrives. He said North sold out but more available in South and going fast!
First time I have ordered a new car and not even looked or driven it - bit scary but on reviews and looks alone should be ideal for Teesdale area.
I wouldn’t worry about not driving it; the ride was my main concern but having driven one I really liked it. It’s obviously different to a standard car but it’s not at all “agricultural” and handles fine for what it is. I found it fun to drive and the high driving position is nice.
Edited by tim0409 on Saturday 29th December 18:22
I didn't really get on with it. For our use it was just too agricultural and shortly geared. Shame as I love love love the looks. If I lived in London or had a Farm I would probably buy one. I absolutely hated the steering but everything else was pretty well done. I loved how easy everything under the bonnet looked to work on. Very cool.
Surprised how much people are struggling to get them. When I went to the Coventry dealer just before Christmas they had 2 stock cars they were willing to sell me.
Surprised how much people are struggling to get them. When I went to the Coventry dealer just before Christmas they had 2 stock cars they were willing to sell me.
Dabooka said:
Dan W. said:
Well that's our allocation of Jimnys sold for the year, no more orders to be taken until 2020
For me at least this is good news; I’m not ready to buy, could with another year, and I’m wondering if there’s going to be a limited edition to mark 50yrs. Gassing Station | General Gassing | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff