Verdict
At RM156,800, the Jetour T2 costs RM2,100 less than the RM158,900 Suzuki Jimny yet gives five seats, 580 litres of boot space and a 241 hp/375 Nm 2.0-litre turbo. The Jimny answers with a far smaller 3,480 mm body, 1,435 kg kerb weight and part-time four-wheel drive with low range. For most Malaysian households, the T2’s 1,305-litre boot advantage, rear air vents and active-safety kit make it the easier daily buy. Pick the Jimny only if compact dimensions and low-range hardware are the priority.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you need five seats, a 580-litre boot and 241 hp for less money.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if you want a 3,480 mm compact SUV with part-time four-wheel drive and low range.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T2 RM156,800; Suzuki Jimny RM158,900.
- Power and torque: Jetour T2 241 hp and 375 Nm; Suzuki Jimny 100 hp and 130 Nm.
- Length and wheelbase: Jetour T2 4,785 mm and 2,800 mm; Suzuki Jimny 3,480 mm and 2,250 mm.
- Seating and boot space: Jetour T2 five seats and 580 litres; Suzuki Jimny four seats and 85 litres.
- Drivetrain hardware: Jetour T2 all-wheel drive; Suzuki Jimny part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Annual road tax: Jetour T2 RM439; Suzuki Jimny RM120.
T2
- 241 hp and 375 Nm from a 2.0-litre turbo engine.
- Five seats and a 580-litre boot.
- Autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and 360-degree camera.
- It is 1,305 mm longer and 445 kg heavier than the Jimny.
- RM439 annual road tax versus the Jimny’s RM120.
- Its space-saver spare is less useful than the Jimny’s full-size 15-inch alloy spare.
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Compact 3,480 mm length and 1,435 kg kerb weight.
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare tyre and RM120 annual road tax.
- Only 100 hp and 130 Nm, against the T2’s 241 hp and 375 Nm.
- Three doors, four seats and an 85-litre boot.
- No autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring, parking sensors or reverse camera.
What the T2 has over the Jimny
What the Jimny has over the T2
Based on the published spec sheets of the selected variants — a blank field on one side can also mean unlisted data.
The T2's wheelbase is 550 mm longer, which usually translates to more rear legroom. The T2 is 361 mm wider — more shoulder room, but a tighter fit in parking bays. Boot space favours the T2: 580 litres against 85.
Representative body-type outlines, drawn to scale from each car's length and height.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM156,800✓ | RM158,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM439 | RM120✓ |
| Monthly instalment (est.) | RM1,600/mo✓ | RM1,620/mo |
| Insurance / year (est.) | RM4,390✓ | RM4,411 |
| Fuel / year (est.) | — | RM2,706 |
| Energy cost / 100 km (est.) | — | RM13.53 |
| 5-year running costs (est.) | — | RM36,187 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,998 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 241 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 375 Nm at 1,750 rpm✓ | 130 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 74 mm × 85 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,785 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 2,006 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,880 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,880 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 580 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/60R19 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/60R19 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Giti 4x4 AT71 | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for Outer Two Rear Seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Ventilation Function | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sony Sound System | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration. Running-cost estimates assume 20,000 km/year. Fuel at RM1.99/litre (RON95, subsidised). Insurance: comprehensive motor tariff, no NCD. Instalment: 10% down, 2.5% flat rate, 9 years. Prices checked October 2026.
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T2 vs Jimny FAQ
Is the Jetour T2 or Suzuki Jimny better?
The Jetour T2 is the better all-round Malaysian family SUV: it is cheaper, has five seats, 580 litres of boot space and substantially more power. The Suzuki Jimny is the better choice only for buyers who specifically need its low-range four-wheel-drive system and compact size.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T2 costs RM156,800 and the Suzuki Jimny costs RM158,900, so the T2 is RM2,100 cheaper.
Which is more practical, the Jetour T2 or Suzuki Jimny?
The Jetour T2 is much more practical. It has five seats, five doors and a 580-litre boot, versus the Jimny’s four seats, three doors and 85-litre boot. It also has rear air vents and a 60:40 split-folding rear seat.
Which one is locally assembled?
The T2 is assembled in Malaysia (CKD), while the Jimny is fully imported (CBU) from Japan. Local assembly generally helps pricing and spare-parts supply, and CKD programmes usually signal a longer-term commitment to the model here.
Which has the better warranty?
The T2 carries a 7-year manufacturer warranty against 5 years for the Jimny. T2: 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty.