Source type: Geely South Africa official model page and applicable brochure/launch material
Geely E5 Electric vs Suzuki Jimny
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Geely E5 Electric
Apex Plus
Electric
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Current
ZAR 788,888
ex-showroom
⚡ 160 kW
🔧 320 Nm
VS
Suzuki Jimny
1.5 GLX AllGrip AT
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 466,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 75 kW
🔧 130 Nm
⛽ 15.9 km/l
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Decision summary
Geely E5 Electric vs Suzuki Jimny: the short answer
Compare the available model information below. Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.
Jimny starts ZAR 255,099 cheaper
E5 Electric from ZAR 699,999 · Jimny from ZAR 444,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | E5 Electric160 kW | Jimny75 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | E5 Electric320 Nm | Jimny130 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine Size | E5 ElectricNot Applicable | Jimny1462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | E5 ElectricNot Applicable | Jimny15.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | E5 Electric173 mm | Jimny210 mm |
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Source type: Official OEM South Africa
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| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2019 |
| Generation | Current South African model / exact generation number not separately published | Fourth generation (JB74 series); entirely new K15B engine replaces previous K13B; AllGrip Pro 4WD system replaces previous generation's 4WD setup; new body retains ladder-frame construction and live rear axle from all previous generations |
| Facelift History | No applicable South African facelift history established | Fourth-generation Jimny launched globally in 2018 and in SA in 2019; minor specification updates in 2021 including updated connectivity; 5-door Jimny Sierra launched globally in 2023 but not confirmed for SA as of end-2025; no mechanical changes to the 3-door SA model since launch |
| Facelift Launched Since | Not Applicable | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Not Applicable | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Passenger vehicle | SUV |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | - | Kinetic Yellow, Sizzling Red, Granite Grey, Brisk Blue, Chiffon Ivory White, Bluish Black Pearl |
| Dealer Stock Note | - | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | - | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5 GLX AllGrip AT |
| Tare Mass Kg | - | 1115 kg |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4615 mm | 3625 mm |
| Width | 1901 mm | 1645 mm |
| Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2250 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 173 mm | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 40 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 461 l | 85 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1815 kg | 1110 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | Not Officially Disclosed | 1435 kg |
| Payload Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 325 kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 1300 kg |
| Seating Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 seats |
| Number of Rows | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 rows |
| Doors | Not Officially Disclosed | 3 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.9 m |
| Front Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 990 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 910 mm |
| Front Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 900 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Officially Disclosed | 600 mm |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric motor | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Not Applicable | K15B |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | Not Applicable | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Applicable | Inline |
| Valves | Not Applicable | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | Not Applicable | 4 |
| Aspiration | Not Applicable | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Not Applicable | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | Not Applicable | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | Not Applicable | 74 mm |
| Stroke | Not Applicable | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | 160 kW | 75 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | 1 | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Front | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 145 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.6 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Economy, Normal, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Applicable | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 67.6 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 117.1 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | 68.39 kWh | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | LFP Short Blade | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | 450 km (WLTP) | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | 11 kW | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | 100 kW | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | 20 min | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gear | 4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Drivetrain Layout | Front-motor, front-wheel drive | Rear Wheel Drive (2WD) / 4WD with Low-Range |
| LSD Available | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Not Officially Disclosed | Two-Speed Transfer Case (Hi / Lo Range) |
| Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | 4.090:1 |
| Number of Gears | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 4WD / AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Not Officially Disclosed | 4-Speed Automatic Torque Converter |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | 4WD — AllGrip PRO Part-Time |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Engine Position | - | Longitudinal Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 3.8 |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | Not Applicable | 15.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | Not Applicable | 12.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | Not Applicable | 17.9 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | 40 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Officially Disclosed | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | Not Applicable | 15.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | Not Officially Disclosed | 40 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | 6 |
| ABS | Yes | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Traction Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Hill Descent Control Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Rear seats | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Yes | Not Available |
| AEB | Yes | Not Available |
| BA | Yes | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Yes | 6 |
| EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Yes | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Officially Disclosed | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Officially Disclosed | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| TCS | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Yes | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Yes | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Front and rear | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Officially Disclosed | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Yes | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| EV Mode | - | Not Available |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | Standard |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | Standard |
| Reversing Camera | - | Standard |
| Surround View Camera | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Fabric |
| Heated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Officially Disclosed | Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Officially Disclosed | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Seat Trim | Not Officially Disclosed | Fabric |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Front Shoulder Room | - | 1270 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | - | 1155 mm |
| Cup Holders | - | 2 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 0 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue with Digital MID |
| Interior Colour Options | - | 2 |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | Front Door Pockets |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | - | Fabric |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 377 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | - | 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, hill-hold control, dual front airbags, ABS and EBD, 4WD mode selector, fold-flat rear seats for cargo, snorkel available as dealer-fitted accessory |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Fabric |
| Interior Colours | - | 2 |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | - | Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Climate Control | Automatic climate control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Power Windows | Not Officially Disclosed | All Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Not Officially Disclosed | Smart Key System |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Push Button Start |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Not Available |
| Sunroof | Panoramic sunroof with power shade | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| AC Type | Automatic climate control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Load Bed Length | - | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | - | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 377 l |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | - | 377 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Foldable Mirrors (New 2026) |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Standard |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 2 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Windows |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Push Button Start |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Officially Disclosed | Push Button Start |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Officially Disclosed | Push Button Start |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 2 x 12V Socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 6.3 |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | Front Door Pockets |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Panoramic sunroof with power shade | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Windows |
| Push Button Start | Not Officially Disclosed | Push Button Start |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Fabric |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Spare Wheel | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size External Rear Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | - | Via Smartphone |
| Voice Command Support | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 14.5 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic climate control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Battery Preconditioning | - | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | - | Not Available |
| Bottle Holders | - | 2 |
| Canopy Fitment | - | Not Available |
| Centre Console | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue with Digital MID |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Electrically Foldable Mirrors (New 2026) |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Glove Box | - | Front Door Pockets |
| Intelligent Battery System | - | Not Available |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Smart Key System |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | - | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | - | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | - | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | - | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Mirror | - | Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors |
| One Pedal Driving | - | Not Available |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Smart Key System |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 2 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Smart Key System |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors |
| Rim Size | 19-inch alloy wheels | 15 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Sound System | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Source Model Column | - | jimny |
| Sports Bar | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Ladder Frame |
| Surround View Monitor | Yes | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | - | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | - | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | - | Not Available |
| TPMS | Yes | Standard |
| Trim Level | - | flagship |
| Unlocking | Not Officially Disclosed | Smart Key System |
| Variant Role | - | Performance-focused derivative |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Vehicle To Grid | - | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Smart Key System |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Smart Key System |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Officially Disclosed | Analogue with Digital MID |
| USB Ports | Not Officially Disclosed | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Touchscreen | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Officially Disclosed | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Officially Disclosed | Wired Android Auto |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 15.4-inch HD touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | Not Officially Disclosed | 4 |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue with Digital MID |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Via Smartphone |
| Smartphone Connectivity | - | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | Snowy White, Frost Grey, Jade Green, Basil Green, Mica Blue, Obsidian Black | 6 |
| Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Yes | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Black Plastic Body Cladding |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof with Black Contrast Roof Option |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Black Door Handles |
| Body Type | - | SUV |
| DRL | Not Officially Disclosed | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | Not Officially Disclosed | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Officially Disclosed | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | - | 6 |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Black Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Windows |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Electrically Foldable Mirrors (New 2026) |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Officially Disclosed | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | Not Officially Disclosed | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Not Officially Disclosed | LED Projector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 36 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 50 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Officially Disclosed | 600 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Applicable |
| 4WD System Type | Not Officially Disclosed | AllGrip PRO — Part-Time 4WD with Low-Range Gearbox |
| Breakover Angle | Not Officially Disclosed | 27 deg |
| Underbody Protection | - | Standard Skid Plates |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 27 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | Front and Rear Recovery Hooks |
| Hill Descent Control | Yes | Hill Descent Control Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 27 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 36 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 50 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | - | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | - | 210 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | - | 210 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Hill Descent Control Standard |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 600 mm |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Officially Disclosed | 195/80 R15 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size External Rear Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch alloy wheels | 15 Inches |
| Handbrake Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheel Type | - | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 265 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 220 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 96 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | S |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Not Officially Disclosed | Full Size External Rear Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/80 R15 |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch alloy wheels | 15 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | - | Not Available |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size External Rear Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Yes | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 15 Inches |
| Wheels | - | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | Independent suspension | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Not Officially Disclosed | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring |
| Front Track Width | - | 1265 mm |
| Rear Track Width | - | 1265 mm |
| Chassis Type | - | Ladder Frame |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | Ladder Frame |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent suspension | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Officially Disclosed | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | - | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Officially Disclosed | 148 g/km |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Hybrid System Type | - | Not Applicable |
| Noise Level | - | 69 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | VVT on Intake Camshaft |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | - | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 148 |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Service Plan | 6 years / 120,000 km | Not Included |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,500–R3,000 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Maintenance Plan | - | Not Included |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Service Plan Duration | 6 years / 120,000 km | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 6 years / 120,000 km | Not Included |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection and Skid Plates |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | top | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 788888 ZAR | 466900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current South African retail price | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 788888 | 466900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 788888 | 466900 |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 |
| Warranty Years | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Basic Warranty | Vehicle: 6 years / 150,000 km; battery: 8 years / 200,000 km; roadside assistance: 5 years / unlimited km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | - | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Spec | E5 Electric | Jimny |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 9.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 5.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 7.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
In depth: how these cars differ
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E5 Electric vs Jimny questions
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