Verdict
The Jetour T2 costs RM2,100 less yet brings 241 hp and 375 Nm against the Jimny’s 100 hp and 130 Nm, plus five seats and a 580-litre boot. It is the practical choice for Malaysian buyers needing space, driver assistance and a 2,800-mm wheelbase. The Suzuki’s case is its 3,480-mm length, 1,435-kg kerb weight and part-time four-wheel drive with low range. It suits buyers who prize compact dimensions and that drivetrain, but accept three doors, four seats and an 85-litre boot. The T2’s RM439 annual road tax versus RM120 is the trade-off.
Pick the Jetour T2 if you need five seats, a 580-litre boot, 241 hp and a far fuller safety and convenience specification.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if its 3,480-mm length, 1,435-kg weight and part-time four-wheel drive with low range matter more than passenger and luggage space.
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.
- Road tax: Jetour T2 RM439 per year; Suzuki Jimny RM120 per year.
- Off-road driveline hardware: Jetour T2 all-wheel drive; Suzuki Jimny part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
T2
- 241 hp and 375 Nm from a 2.0-litre turbo engine
- Five seats and a 580-litre boot
- 360-degree camera, blind-spot monitoring and autonomous braking
- RM439 yearly road tax versus the Jimny’s RM120
- 1,880 kg and 4,785 mm long versus 1,435 kg and 3,480 mm
- Space-saver spare instead of a full-size alloy spare
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range
- Compact 3,480-mm body and 1,435-kg weight
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare and RM120 annual road tax
- 100 hp and 130 Nm versus the T2’s 241 hp and 375 Nm
- Three doors, four seats and only 85 litres of boot space
- No reverse camera, parking sensors or blind-spot monitoring
| 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✓ |
| 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✓ | 100 hp |
| Torque | 375 Nm✓ | 130 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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.
Used T2 & Jimny for sale
T2 vs Jimny FAQ
Is the Jetour T2 or Suzuki Jimny better?
The Jetour T2 is better for most buyers needing power, five seats, luggage room and modern assistance systems. The Suzuki Jimny is the better fit only if its much smaller 3,480-mm footprint and low-range four-wheel-drive system are your priorities.
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. Its annual road tax is RM319 higher, at RM439 against RM120.
Which one has the more useful off-road hardware?
The Suzuki Jimny has part-time four-wheel drive with low range and a full-size alloy spare. The Jetour T2 has all-wheel drive and a space-saver spare, but no low-range system is specified.