Subaru Crosstrek vs Suzuki Jimny 5-Door
Verdict
The Subaru Crosstrek is the more rounded Malaysian daily: it costs RM190,788, RM9,162 less than the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door, yet has 154 hp, 196 Nm, five seats, a 315-litre boot, more driver assistance and a five-year warranty. The Jimny answers with proper off-road hardware: ladder-frame construction, part-time four-wheel drive with low range and a full-size spare. But its RM199,950 price buys only 100 hp, four seats, a 211-litre boot and a three-year warranty.
Pick the Subaru Crosstrek if you want the stronger, roomier and better-equipped SUV for daily use, with lower purchase price and longer warranty.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door if low range, ladder-frame toughness and a full-size spare matter more than speed, space and safety kit.
Key differences
- Price: Subaru Crosstrek RM190,788; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door RM199,950
- Engine output: Subaru Crosstrek 154 hp and 196 Nm; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 100 hp and 130 Nm
- Size: Subaru Crosstrek 4,480 mm long and 1,800 mm wide; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 3,985 mm long and 1,645 mm wide
- Seats and boot: Subaru Crosstrek 5 seats and 315 litres; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 4 seats and 211 litres
- Chassis and 4WD: Subaru Crosstrek unibody AWD; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door ladder-frame part-time four-wheel drive with low range
- Warranty and road tax: Subaru Crosstrek 5 years/100,000 km and RM438 yearly road tax; Suzuki Jimny 5-Door 3 years/100,000 km and RM120 yearly road tax
Crosstrek
- Stronger 2.0-litre engine with 154 hp and 196 Nm
- Five seats, 315-litre boot and larger body for family use
- Adds AEB, blind spot monitor, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control and 360-degree camera
- No ladder-frame chassis or low-range transfer case
- Space-saver spare instead of the Jimny’s full-size 15-inch alloy spare
- Higher annual road tax at RM438 versus RM120
Jimny 5-Door
- Ladder-frame chassis with part-time four-wheel drive and low range
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare wheel
- Shorter and narrower body: 3,985 mm long and 1,645 mm wide
- Costs RM9,162 more despite lower output
- Only four seats and 211 litres of boot space
- No AEB, blind spot monitor, lane keep assist or adaptive cruise control
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 190,788✓ | RM 199,950 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, naturally-aspirated with direct injection and variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,995 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp✓ | 100 hp |
| Torque | 196 Nm✓ | 130 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Boxer | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | Lineartronic | 4AT |
| Gears | — | 4 |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 17.2 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 140 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,480 mm | 3,985 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,590 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 63 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 315 litres✓ | 211 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/55R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Falken Ziex ZE001A A/S | Bridgestone Dueller H/L |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Ladder-frame |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbones | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Solid Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Discs | Drum |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Assist) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Passenger Seat Cushion | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Normal Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory | Manual adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-Folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | Front, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 11.6" HD Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver and Front Passenger Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Passive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 438 | RM 120✓ |
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.
Crosstrek vs Jimny 5-Door FAQ
Is the Subaru Crosstrek or Suzuki Jimny 5-Door better?
The Subaru Crosstrek is better for most buyers: it is cheaper, stronger, roomier and has more safety kit. The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door is the specialist choice if you need low range and ladder-frame off-road hardware.
What is the price difference?
The Subaru Crosstrek costs RM190,788, while the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door costs RM199,950. That makes the Jimny RM9,162 more expensive.
Which one is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Subaru Crosstrek is more practical, with five seats and a 315-litre boot. The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door has four seats and 211 litres of boot space.