Verdict
The Suzuki Jimny 1.5 Allgrip Plus is the rational choice at RM158,900, because its 100 hp/130 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine, four-speed automatic, part-time four-wheel drive with low range and 6.8 L/100 km rating are identical to the Rhino Plus. The RM15,000 gap buys polished 15-inch front alloy wheels, while the Rhino Plus retains grey 15-inch rear alloys. Both get LED projector headlamps, adaptive cruise control and a 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For Malaysian buyers, the Rhino Plus is a styling-led indulgence rather than a mechanical upgrade.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny 1.5 Allgrip Plus if you want the same 100 hp four-wheel-drive Jimny package for RM15,000 less.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny 1.5 Rhino Plus if the polished 15-inch front alloy wheels matter enough to justify the RM15,000 premium.
Key differences
- Price: RM158,900 | RM173,900
- Front wheels: 15-inch grey alloy | 15-inch polished alloy
- Engine output: 100 hp and 130 Nm | 100 hp and 130 Nm
- Driveline: part-time four-wheel drive with low range | part-time four-wheel drive with low range
- Infotainment: 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
1.5 Allgrip Plus
- RM15,000 lower purchase price
- Same 100 hp, 130 Nm four-wheel-drive mechanical package
- Same 9-inch touchscreen and adaptive cruise control
- Grey 15-inch front alloy wheels instead of polished items
1.5 Rhino Plus
- Polished 15-inch front alloy wheels
- Same 100 hp, 130 Nm four-wheel-drive mechanical package
- Same LED projector headlamps and adaptive cruise control
- RM15,000 more expensive despite matching mechanical and safety equipment
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM158,900✓ | RM173,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,462 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 100 hp | 100 hp |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 4AT | 4AT |
| Gears | 4 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Aisin | Aisin |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 6.8 L/100 km | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | 154 g/km | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,480 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,645 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,720 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,250 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,435 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 85 litres | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 195/80R15 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 195/80R15 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Full-size 15" Alloy | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Japan (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Solid Axle with Coil Springs | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 15" Grey Alloy | 15" Polished Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15" Grey Alloy | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available on Rear Seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Bulb | Bulb |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Front USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Rear | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Two 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 | Manual Key | Manual Key |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Manual Operation | Manual Operation |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
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.
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1.5 Allgrip Plus vs 1.5 Rhino Plus FAQ
Is the Suzuki Jimny 1.5 Allgrip Plus or Suzuki Jimny 1.5 Rhino Plus better?
The Allgrip Plus is the better buy. It matches the Rhino Plus in engine output, four-wheel-drive hardware, transmission, safety equipment and infotainment, while costing RM15,000 less. Choose the Rhino Plus only for its polished front wheels.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki Jimny 1.5 Rhino Plus costs RM15,000 more than the Suzuki Jimny 1.5 Allgrip Plus: RM173,900 versus RM158,900.
Does the Rhino Plus have more power or better off-road hardware?
No. Both use a 1,462 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 100 hp and 130 Nm, a four-speed automatic and part-time four-wheel drive with low range.