Suzuki Jimny vs Toyota Urban Cruiser
Verdict
The Suzuki Jimny costs RM158,900 against the Toyota Urban Cruiser’s RM198,000, so the RM39,100 gap buys the Toyota a bigger body, five seats, 306 litres of boot space, seven airbags, AEB and a 5-year warranty. It is also much stronger on paper, with 172 hp, 8.7 seconds to 100 km/h and 426 km of EV range. The Jimny answers with all-wheel drive, a 1.5 litre petrol engine and a tiny 3,480 mm footprint. Same RM120 road tax, very different jobs.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if you want a small petrol SUV with all-wheel drive, four seats and simple proportions over outright space or safety kit.
Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser if you want the quicker, roomier electric SUV with five seats, a bigger boot and more safety equipment.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki Jimny RM158,900; Toyota Urban Cruiser RM198,000
- Powertrain: Suzuki Jimny 1,462 cc petrol; Toyota Urban Cruiser single electric motor
- Driven wheels: Suzuki Jimny all-wheel drive; Toyota Urban Cruiser front-wheel drive
- Power: Suzuki Jimny 100 hp; Toyota Urban Cruiser 172 hp
- Boot space: Suzuki Jimny 85 litres; Toyota Urban Cruiser 306 litres
- Safety: Suzuki Jimny 2 airbags and no AEB listed; Toyota Urban Cruiser 7 airbags and AEB
Jimny
- All-wheel drive as standard
- Short 3,480 mm length is easy to place
- Petrol range depends on a 40 litre tank, not charging
- Only four seats
- Tiny 85 litre boot
- Just 2 airbags and no AEB listed
Urban Cruiser
- 172 hp and 8.7-second 0-100 km/h
- 426 km EV range from a 61.1 kWh battery
- Five seats, 306 litre boot and 7 airbags
- RM39,100 dearer
- Front-wheel drive only
- No fuel tank fallback; it needs charging
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 158,900✓ | RM 198,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,462 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 100 hp | — |
| Torque | 130 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 74 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 172 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 193 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Lithium Iron Phosphate |
| Battery Capacity | — | 61.1 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 426 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 7 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 67 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | — |
| Gears | 4 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 8.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 6.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 150 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 154 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,480 mm | 4,285 mm |
| Width | 1,645 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,250 mm | 2,700 mm |
| Weight | 1,435 kg | 1,788 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | — |
| Doors | 3 | 5 |
| Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 85 litres | 306 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 195/80R15 | 225/55R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/80R15 | 225/55R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 15" Alloy | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain | MRF Wanderer Ecotred |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | India (CBU) |
| Chassis | Ladder-frame | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 15" Grey Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Grey Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Solid Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Solid Discs |
| Steering | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Driver's Knee, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | — | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Rear Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes, Pre-collision Braking |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | — | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding & Sliding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | — | Front Sunroof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 7" Touchscreen Infotainment System with Apple CarPlay and 2 Speakers | 10.1" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 9-speaker JBL Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| 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, With 360 Degree Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | — | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Battery, Inverter and PCU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 120 | 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.
Jimny vs Urban Cruiser FAQ
Is the Suzuki Jimny or Toyota Urban Cruiser better?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is better for most daily use: it has five seats, 306 litres of boot space, 172 hp, AEB and seven airbags. The Suzuki Jimny is the better pick only if all-wheel drive and a very small body matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is RM39,100 more expensive than the Suzuki Jimny. That extra money brings an electric powertrain, more power, a bigger cabin, more boot space, more airbags, AEB and a longer warranty.
Which one is more practical for passengers and luggage?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser. It seats five and has 306 litres of boot space, while the Suzuki Jimny seats four and has only 85 litres behind the rear seats.