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Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Jimny 5-Door
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Efficiency
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Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Model Introduced Year
2024
2025
Generation
Current South Africa J7 range
Fourth-generation Jimny five-door — JB74W. Uses identical powertrain, ladder-frame chassis, AllGrip Pro 4x4 system, and suspension geometry as the JB74 two-door. Body extended 360mm longer with full rear doors and a longer wheelbase
Facelift History
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Two-door Jimny (JB74) returned to SA market in 2021 after a nine-year absence. Five-door variant (JB74W) launched globally in 2023 and introduced in South Africa in 2025 as a distinct model — not a trim level of the two-door.
Facelift Launched Since
2024
2025
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
Not Available
1170 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Drivetrain Note
-
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5 GLX AllGrip AT
Dealer Stock Note
-
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Color Note
-
Kinetic Yellow, Bluish Black Pearl, Solid White, Granite Grey Metallic, Chili Red, Brisk Blue Metallic
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Length
4500 mm
3965 mm
Width
1865 mm
1645 mm
Height
1680 mm
1720 mm
Wheelbase
2672 mm
2590 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
210 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
40 l
Boot/Cargo Space
584 l
211 l
Kerb Weight
1531 kg
1215 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1939 kg
1545 kg
Payload Capacity
434 kg
330 kg
Towing Capacity
1300 kg
1300 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
4 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
5.7 m
Front Headroom
1010 mm
990 mm
Rear Headroom
975 mm
910 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
900 mm
Rear Legroom
910 mm
600 mm
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Front Track Width
Not Available
1265 mm
Rear Track Width
Not Available
1265 mm
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring
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
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson strut
Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring
Suspension
-
Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension Type
Multi-link
Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring
Rear Axle Type
-
Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring
Shock Absorbers
-
Telescopic Gas Dampers
Chassis Material
-
Ladder Frame
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Manual / automatic by trim
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Power Windows
Standard
All Windows
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Push Button Start
Wireless Charging
Not Available
15W Wireless Charging
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
1349 l
377 l
AC Type
Manual / automatic by trim
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
Not Available
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
Push Button Start
Standard
Push Button Start
Remote Central Locking
-
Standard
Trim Level
-
flagship
Variant Role
-
Performance-focused derivative
Accelerator 0 100
-
15.5 sec
Common Rail Injection
-
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI)
Diff Lock
-
Not Available
Difflock
-
Not Available
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
6.7
Vdc
-
Standard
Hill Start Assist
-
Standard
TPMS
Standard
Standard
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Sonar
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Seat Type
-
Premium Fabric with Leather Trim
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Telescopic Steering
-
Tilt and Telescopic
Rear Seat Split
-
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
Front Armrest
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Bottle Holders
-
2
Rear Air Conditioning
-
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
-
Analogue with Digital MID
Glove Box
-
Front Door Pockets
Glovebox Cooling
-
Front Door Pockets
Air Conditioning
Manual / automatic by trim
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Manual Aircon
-
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Power Mirrors
-
All Windows
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Standard
Passive Entry Start
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Push Button Start
Wireless Charger
Not Available
15W Wireless Charging
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Powered Tailgate
-
Not Available
Lift Gate
-
Not Available
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
All Windows
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
-
Electrically Foldable Mirrors (New 2026)
Rear Defogger
-
Standard
Front Power Outlet
-
2 x 12V Socket
Power Socket 12v
-
2 x 12V Socket
Speed Alert System
-
Standard
Sound System
4-6
4
Voice Command Support
-
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Standard
Voice Command
-
Via Smartphone
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Not Available
Rear Wing
-
Not Available
Mirror
-
Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors
Remote Side Mirror
-
Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Full Size External Rear Spare
Rim Size
235/55 R18
15 Inches
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar
-
Standard
Stabilizer Bar Rear
-
Standard
Sub Frame
-
Ladder Frame
Engine Warranty
-
4 Years
Vehicle To Grid
-
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
-
Not Available
One Pedal Driving
-
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
-
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
-
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
-
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
-
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Not Available
Sports Bar
-
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
-
Not Available
Bed Extender
-
Not Available
Source Model Column
-
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Intelligent Battery System
-
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
-
Not Available
Load Bed Light
-
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
-
Not Available
Loadbox Rope Hooks
-
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
-
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
-
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Push Button Start
Unlocking
Standard
Standard
Walk Away Lock
-
Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Standard
Front Wiper
-
Standard
Front Wipers Type
-
Standard
Climate Zones
-
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
Not Available
Centre Console
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
All Seats
Side Impact Bars
-
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Push Button Start
Boot Space Seats Folded
1349 l
377 l
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Engine
1.6-litre Turbocharged Petrol
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
SQRF4J16C
K15B
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1600 cc
1462 cc
Cylinders
4
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Inline
Valves
16
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Petrol injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
10.5:1
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
74 mm
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
85.1 mm
Maximum Power
145 kW @ 5500 rpm
75 kW @ 6000 rpm
Maximum Torque
290 Nm
130 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
RWD
Transmission
7-Speed DCT
4-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
140 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
15.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Normal, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
61.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
107 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Gearbox
7 DCT
4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
FWD
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD) / 4WD with Low-Range
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Two-Speed Transfer Case (Hi / Lo Range)
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
4.090:1
Number of Gears
7
4
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Automatic clutch
Torque Converter
Gear Shift Indicator
Standard
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Electric
4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
7 DCT
4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
FWD
4WD — AllGrip PRO Part-Time
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
7
4
Engine Position
-
Longitudinal Front-Mounted
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
-
3.8
Transfer Case Guard
-
Not Available
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Claimed Mileage
14.3 km/l
14.9 km/l
City Mileage
11.5 km/l
12.8 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.8 km/l
18.2 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
51 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Euro VIb
Euro 5
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
14.3 km/l
14.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
51
40
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Airbags
Multiple airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Hill Descent Control Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Standard
All Seats
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Standard — Low Speed AEB
BA
Standard
Standard
Brake Override System
Standard
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
6
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
6
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Standard
All Seats
Seatbelt Reminder
Standard
All Seats
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
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
ESC With Traction Control
-
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Not Available
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Standard
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Standard
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Reverse Camera
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Emergency Braking
-
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
-
Not Available
Rear View Camera
-
Standard
Reversing Camera
-
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
-
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Parking Sensor
-
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Front Camera
-
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
-
Standard
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
Standard
EV Mode
-
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Standard
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Seat Material
Fabric or cloth trim
Premium Fabric with Leather Trim
Heated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Not Available
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Available
1270 mm
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Available
1155 mm
Steering Wheel Material
Polyurethane / synthetic
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
60 40 Split Seat
Standard
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Seat Trim
Fabric
Premium Fabric with Leather Trim
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
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
Interior Courtesy Lamps
-
9-inch touchscreen on GLX with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, rear view camera from GLX, 6 airbags on GLX, AEB and lane departure warning on GLX, cruise control from GLX, keyless entry from GLX, AllGrip Pro 4WD selec
Boot Space Seats Down
-
377
Seat Belt Warning
-
All Seats
Fabric Seats
-
Premium Fabric with Leather Trim
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Premium Fabric with Leather Trim
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Driver Seat
-
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Seat Fold Type
-
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
Armrest Front
-
Standard Centre Armrest
Armrest Rear
-
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
Not Available
Interior Colours
-
2
Interior Trim Colour
-
2
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
-
Not Available
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Infotainment System
Touchscreen infotainment
9-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wired Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
4-6
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
Standard
Analogue with Digital MID
USB Ports
Front and rear USB where listed
2
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
9-inch Touchscreen
Touchscreen
10.25-inch or larger by trim
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch or larger by trim
9-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
-
Via Smartphone Mirroring
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Wired Apple CarPlay
FM Radio
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Voice Recognition
-
Via Smartphone
AUX Input
-
Not Available
Wi-Fi Hotspot
-
Not Available
Multi Information Display
-
Analogue with Digital MID
Infotainment Display
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Display Audio
-
9-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
-
Wired Apple CarPlay
Connected Services
-
Standard
Audio Speakers
4-6
4
Rear Usb
-
2
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Standard
Voice Control
-
Via Smartphone
Radio
-
Standard
Audio
-
Standard
Audio System
-
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
LED Headlamps
Not Available
LED Projector Headlamps
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED DRLs
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Front Fog Lamps
Roof Rails
Standard
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
Khaki white, carbon crystal black, model green, olive grey, moonlight silver and two-tone colours where listed.
6
Headlights
Not Available
LED Projector Headlamps
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
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 — 5-Door Off-Road
Exterior Colour Options
-
6
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
All Windows
Auto Headlights
-
Standard
Automatic Headlamps
-
Standard
Headlamps
Not Available
LED Projector Headlamps
Headlight Type
Not Available
LED Projector Headlamps
Exterior Mirror Folding
-
Electrically Foldable Mirrors (New 2026)
Led Headlights
Not Available
LED Projector Headlamps
Headlamp Levelling
-
LED Projector Headlamps
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
LED DRLs
DRL
Standard
LED DRLs
Fog Lights
-
Front Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lights
-
Front Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Front Fog Lamps
Rear Spoiler
-
Not Available
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Black Door Handles
Load Bed Liner
-
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Not Available
Sunroof Slide
-
Not Available
Sunroof Tilt
-
Not Available
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Approach Angle
Not Available
36 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
50 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
600 mm
Terrain Modes
Not Applicable
Not Available — AllGrip PRO 2H / 4H / 4L Transfer Modes
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
AllGrip PRO — Part-Time 4WD with Low-Range Gearbox
Breakover Angle
Not Available
27 deg
Ground Clearance Max
200 mm
210 mm
Ground Clearance Min
200 mm
210 mm
Underbody Protection
-
Standard Skid Plates
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
27 deg
Recovery Hooks
-
Front and Rear Recovery Hooks
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Hill Descent Control Standard
Off Road Descent Control
-
Hill Descent Control Standard
Terrain Response System
-
Not Available
Crawl Control
-
Not Available
Underbody Camera
-
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
-
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
36 deg
Departure Angle Deg
-
50 deg
Ramp-over Angle
-
27 deg
Wading Depth Mm
-
600 mm
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Tyre Size
235/55 R18
195/80 R15
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Drum
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full Size External Rear Spare
Wheel Rim Size
235/55 R18
15 Inches
Handbrake Type
Electronic parking brake
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
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Standard
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Standard
Wheel Material
-
15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels
Wheels
-
15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels
Brake Type Front
-
Ventilated Disc
Brake Type Rear
-
Drum
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Full Size External Rear Spare
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Full Size External Rear Spare
Electric Park Brake
-
Conventional Handbrake
Tyre Type
-
195/80 R15
Wheel Size Type
-
15 Inches
Wheel Diameter
235/55 R18
15 Inches
Fifth Wheel Prep
-
Not Available
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Brakes
-
Ventilated Disc
Cornering Brake Control
-
Standard
Auto Brake Hold
-
Conventional Handbrake
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
CO2 Emissions
163 g/km
173 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
93 RON Unleaded
Variable Valve Timing
-
VVT on Intake Camshaft
Start Stop System
-
Not Available
Hybrid System Type
-
Not Applicable
Noise Level
-
69 dB
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
-
173
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Service Plan
5 Year / 70 000 km
Not Included
Engine Oil Capacity
-
3.7 l
Service Interval
-
15,000 km or 12 Months
Approx Service Cost
-
Approx R2,800–R3,500 per Service
Battery Warranty
-
12 Months
Maintenance Plan
-
Not Included
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
10,000 km or 6 Months
First Service At
-
1,000 km Inspection
Service Plan Duration
5 Year / 70 000 km
Not Included
Service Plan Distance
5 Year / 70 000 km
Not Included
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Underbody Rust Protection and Skid Plates
Service Intervals
-
15,000 km or 12 Months
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Ownership Role
entry-value
Flagship
Price Zar
519900 ZAR
489900 ZAR
Pricing Role
entry-value
Current listed price
Starting Price
519900
489900
Starting Price Zar
519900
489900
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Warranty
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
Warranty Years
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
Warranty Kilometers
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
Basic Warranty
5 Year / 150 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
5 Years Roadside Assistance
Spec
J7
Jimny 5-Door
Real-world City Mileage Min
-
8.5 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
-
11.0 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
-
7.5 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
-
9.0 l/100km
Owner Review Count
-
6
In depth: how these cars differ
This J7 and Jimny 5-Door comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: J7 59 vs Jimny 5-Door 29.
Efficiency index: J7 56 vs Jimny 5-Door 57.
Safety-equipment index: J7 91 vs Jimny 5-Door 90.
Practicality index: J7 67 vs Jimny 5-Door 49.
Ownership-cover index: J7 not separately scored vs Jimny 5-Door 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
J7 leads by 11 points
J7 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Jimny 5-Door remains close.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
J7
Performance
59/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
67/100
Jimny 5-Door
Performance
29/100
Efficiency
57/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
49/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexJaecoo J7
leads the specification evidence index with 69 pts
vs 58 pts for Jimny 5-Door
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, J7 leads. However, Jimny 5-Door may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
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