Verdict
At RM130,888, the Fronx undercuts the RM158,900 Jimny by RM28,012 and makes the stronger everyday case: five doors, five seats and a 308-litre boot against the Jimny’s three doors, four seats and 85 litres. Its 1.5-litre mild-hybrid-assisted petrol engine matches 100 hp but supplies 138 Nm, plus a six-speed automatic. The Jimny answers with all-wheel drive, low-range four-wheel drive and solid axles, so it is the one for terrain rather than family load-carrying. Both have RM120 annual road tax.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if you need five seats, a 308-litre boot and substantially more driver-assistance and parking equipment for RM28,012 less.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if part-time four-wheel drive with low range, solid axles and a full-size spare matter more than rear access and luggage space.
Key differences
- Price: Fronx RM130,888; Jimny RM158,900.
- Torque: Fronx 138 Nm; Jimny 130 Nm.
- Transmission: Fronx six-speed automatic; Jimny four-speed automatic.
- Driveline: Fronx front-wheel drive; Jimny all-wheel drive with part-time low-range four-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Fronx 308 litres; Jimny 85 litres.
- Doors and seats: Fronx five doors/five seats; Jimny three doors/four seats.
Fronx
- RM28,012 lower purchase price
- Five seats and 308-litre boot
- Six airbags, autonomous braking and 360-degree camera
- Front-wheel drive lacks the Jimny's low-range four-wheel-drive system
- No full-size spare tyre listed
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range
- Solid axles with coil springs
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty and full-size alloy spare
- RM28,012 more expensive
- Three doors, four seats and only an 85-litre boot
- Two airbags and no reverse camera or rear parking sensors
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM130,888✓ | RM158,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,462 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 100 hp | 100 hp |
| Torque | 138 Nm✓ | 130 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6AT | 4AT |
| Gears | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front 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 | 3,995 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 37 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 308 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R17 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Indonesia (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| EuroNCAP | — | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two rear passenger seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Battery 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 Fronx & Jimny for sale
Fronx vs Jimny FAQ
Is the Suzuki Fronx or Suzuki Jimny better?
The Fronx is better for normal Malaysian daily use, with five seats, five doors, a 308-litre boot and more safety and parking assistance. Choose the Jimny specifically for its all-wheel-drive, low-range four-wheel-drive hardware and solid axles.
What is the price difference?
The Jimny costs RM28,012 more than the Fronx. That gap brings all-wheel drive, low-range four-wheel drive, solid axles, a full-size spare and a five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, but less passenger and luggage capacity.
Which has more practical cabin space?
The Fronx is decisively more practical: it has five doors, five seats, a 2,520 mm wheelbase and a 308-litre boot. The Jimny has three doors, four seats, a 2,250 mm wheelbase and an 85-litre boot.