Suzuki Jimny Generation IV (JB64 / JB74) Introduced in 2018, the current Suzuki Jimny (officially the 4th generation, though sometimes colloquially confused with late Gen 3 updates) is a global phenomenon. Built on a traditional ladder-frame chassis with rigid 3-link axles and a part-time 4WD system with low-range gearing (ALLGRIP PRO), it remains one of the last true lightweight off-roaders on the market. Internally, it is split into two main variants: the JB64, which is strictly tailored to Japan's Kei-car regulations (narrower track, 660cc turbo engine), and the JB74 (often badged as Jimny Sierra in Japan), which features wider fender flares, wider tracks, and a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine for global markets. Due to strict European emission regulations, the passenger version was tem
Final Verdict The Suzuki Jimny (JB74) is a masterclass in purpose-built engineering. If you evaluate it as a traditional passenger car for highway commuting or family duties, it fails miserably due to its poor refinement, cramped interior, and vague steering. However, if you evaluate it for what it was designed to be—a lightweight, unstoppable, and mechanically simple off-roader—it is practically peerless. Reliability is stellar. The 1.5L K15B engine is an old-school, low-stressed unit that will easily outlast the vehicle's interior if given basic maintenance. The main concerns for second-hand buyers should not be the engine, but rather how the previous owner treated the chassis off-road and whether adequate rust-proofing was applied. Buying Advice: Buy with confidence if you need a rural workhorse, a weekend off-road toy, or a stylish urban runabout. Avoid if your daily commute involves long stretches of highway driving at 120 km/h. Due to high demand, expect to pay a premium on the used market.