Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Suzuki Jimny 5-Door vs Lexus LX
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.
Suzuki Jimny 5-Door
Lexus LX
Decision summary
Suzuki Jimny 5-Door vs Lexus LX: the short answer
LX has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Jimny 5-Door.
Five key differences
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| Specification | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Jimny 5-Door75 kW @ 6000 rpm | LX225 kW @ 4000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Jimny 5-Door130 Nm @ 4000 rpm | LX700 Nm |
| Engine Size | Jimny 5-Door1462 cc | LX3300 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Jimny 5-Door14.9 km/l | LX11.9 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Jimny 5-Door210 mm | LX205 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Lexus South Africa vehicle API derivative 20G, checked 2026-07-17
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Jimny 5-Door
- Better fuel efficiency
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
LX
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
- Lower fuel efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Jimny 5-Door
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
LX
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Generation | 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 | Fourth-generation Lexus LX flagship body-on-frame SUV |
| Facelift History | 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. | Current range adds LX 700h hybrid and Overtrail grades while retaining LX 500d diesel choices |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2025 | Current range adds LX 700h hybrid and Overtrail grades while retaining LX 500d diesel choices |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current South African specification checked 2026-07-17 |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | Kinetic Yellow, Bluish Black Pearl, Solid White, Granite Grey Metallic, Chili Red, Brisk Blue Metallic | - |
| 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 | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | published |
| Segment | SUV | Luxury SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1170 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3965 mm | 5090 mm |
| Width | 1645 mm | 1990 mm |
| Height | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 210 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 110 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 211 l | 1109 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1215 kg | 2670 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 1545 kg | 3280 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 330 kg | 610 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1300 kg | 3500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 2 rows | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.7 m | 6 m |
| Front Headroom | 990 mm | - |
| Rear Headroom | 910 mm | - |
| Front Legroom | 900 mm | - |
| Rear Legroom | 600 mm | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1265 mm | 1675 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1265 mm | 1675 mm |
| Front Suspension | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring | Double Wishbone with Active Height Control - |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring | Multilink with Active Height Control - |
| 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 | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring | Double Wishbone with Active Height Control - |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring | Multilink with Active Height Control - |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Gas Dampers | - |
| Suspension | Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier |
| Power Windows | All Windows | All/ All One Touch |
| Keyless Entry | Standard | Standard Smart Entry + Panic |
| Push Button Start | Push Button Start | Push Start + fingerprint |
| Wireless Charging | 15W Wireless Charging | Standard Front x1 |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Moonroof |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Standard Power and Handsfree |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Standard | 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 | - |
| AC Type | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier |
| 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 | Push Button Start | Push Start + fingerprint |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Push Button Start | Push Start + fingerprint |
| Engine Warranty | 4 Years | - |
| Front Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest | - |
| Front Power Outlet | 2 x 12V Socket | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 6.7 | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | Front Door Pockets | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | - |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Moonroof |
| Power Mirrors | All Windows | - |
| Push Button Start | Push Button Start | Push Start + fingerprint |
| Rear Defogger | Standard | - |
| Rear Seat Split | Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench | - |
| Rear Wing | Not Available | - |
| Seat Type | Premium Fabric with Leather Trim | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | All Seats | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full Size External Rear Spare | Full 265-50R22 AluminiumFSPORT |
| 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 | 15.5 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | Auto 4-Zone,Air purifier |
| Automatic High Beam | Standard | - |
| 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 | Standard | - |
| 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 | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control | - |
| Mirror | Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Standard | - |
| 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 | Standard | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors | - |
| Rim Size | 15 Inches | 22 |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Not Available | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Standard | - |
| Sonar | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | - |
| Sound System | 4 | Standard 25 |
| Source Model Column | jimny-5-door | - |
| 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 | Not Available | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Standard | Standard |
| Trim Level | flagship | - |
| Unlocking | Standard | Standard Smart Entry + Panic |
| Variant Role | Performance-focused derivative | - |
| Vdc | Standard | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Standard | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Standard | - |
| Wireless Charger | 15W Wireless Charging | Standard Front x1 |
| Heads Up Display | - | Standard |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol | 3.3-litre Turbocharged Diesel |
| Engine Code | K15B | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Diesel |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 1462 cc | 3300 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 6 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves | 16 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Multi-Point Injection | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Bore | 74 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Stroke | 85.1 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Maximum Power | 75 kW @ 6000 rpm | 225 kW @ 4000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 130 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 700 Nm |
| 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 | RWD | AWD |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 10-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 210 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 15.5 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | Standard Eco, Normal, Sport, Sport S+, Comfort, Custom |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 61.7 kW/tonne | 84.3 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 107 Nm/tonne | 262.2 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 | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Longitudinal Front-Mounted | - |
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic | Automatic 10-speed |
| Drivetrain Layout | Rear Wheel Drive (2WD) / 4WD with Low-Range | AWD |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | - |
| Transfer Case | Two-Speed Transfer Case (Hi / Lo Range) | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Centre and Rear Torsen LSD |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.090:1 | - |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 3.8 | - |
| Number of Gears | 4 | 10 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic 10-speed |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter | - |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | - |
| Gear Shift Type | 4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | 4WD / AWD | AWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Permanent all-wheel drive |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | 4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic | Automatic 10-speed |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4WD — AllGrip PRO Part-Time | AWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | 10 |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 14.9 km/l | 11.9 km/l |
| City Mileage | 12.8 km/l | 9.7 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 18.2 km/l | 13.9 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 l | 110 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | - |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Real-world Mileage | 14.9 km/l | 11.9 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 40 | 110 |
| 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 | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 6 | Side,Knee,Curtain,Driver,Passenger |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard,, Active Traction Control (ATRC) |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control Standard | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | Standard Rear door |
| ISOFIX Mounts | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points | Standard 2 |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band |
| Alarm System | Standard | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band |
| Central Locking | Remote Central Locking | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Standard | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | All Seats | Front + Rear |
| Speed Alert System | Standard | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | Not Available | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking |
| Safety Rating | Not Independently Rated | - |
| Whiplash Protection | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats | - |
| Lane Change Warning | Not Available | - |
| AEB | Standard — Low Speed AEB | Standard |
| BA | Standard | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | - |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | 6 | Standard |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band |
| Hill Hold | Standard | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | 6 | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | - |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | All Seats | ELR,Pretensioner,Force Limiter,Tension Reducer - |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Front + Rear |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Standard |
| Stability Control | Standard | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard,, Active Traction Control (ATRC) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | - |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | Standard |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | Siren/ Alarm,Immobiliser,Intrusion Sensor,Fingerprint,Ultra-Wide Band |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 6 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard Adaptive,All Speed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Standard Adaptive,All Speed |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Standard Steering Vibration,Lane Trace Assist |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Standard Steering Vibration,Lane Trace Assist |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Standard Safe Exit Assist |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | - |
| Parking Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard — Low Speed AEB | Standard |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | - |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Standard |
| Auto Highbeam | Standard | Standard |
| Auto Lights | Standard | - |
| Auto Wipers | Standard | Intermittent,Auto,Rainsensing |
| EV Mode | Not Available | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | Standard Front + Rear,Intelligent Clearance Sonar,Rear Cross Traffic Alert + Braking |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Standard Adaptive,All Speed |
| Park Assist | Not Available | - |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Standard Safe Exit Assist |
| Emergency Braking | Not Available | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Standard |
| Front Camera | Not Available | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | - |
| Parking Sensor | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors | - |
| Automatic High Beam | Standard | - |
| Pre-Collision System | Not Available | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | Standard | - |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | Standard | - |
| Reversing Camera | Standard | - |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | EMV// Multi Terrain Monitor,Panoramic View Monitor |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Premium Fabric with Leather Trim | Semi-Aniline Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment | Driver + Passenger Power |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Standard Driver and Passenger only,Rear Row 1 |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Standard Front + Rear Row 1 |
| Steering Type | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench | 40:20:40 - |
| Front Armrest | Standard Centre Armrest | - |
| Rear Armrest | Not Available | Standard |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1270 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1155 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 2 | Standard 8 |
| Rear AC Vents | Not Available | - |
| Rear USB Ports | 0 | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | 4 Spoke/ Leather + Heated |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue with Digital MID | Standard TFT,Full Digital,12.3-inch |
| Interior Colour Options | 2 | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | Not Available | Driver 4-way,Power/ Passenger 4-way |
| Door Map Pockets | Front Door Pockets | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench | 40:20:40 - |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment | Driver + Passenger Power |
| Fabric Seats | Premium Fabric with Leather Trim | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment | Driver + Passenger Power |
| Armrest Front | Standard Centre Armrest | - |
| Armrest Rear | Not Available | - |
| Boot Space Seats Down | 377 | - |
| Driver Seat | Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment | - |
| 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 | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | 2 | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Premium Fabric with Leather Trim | - |
| 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 | - |
| Seat Trim | Premium Fabric with Leather Trim | Semi-Aniline Leather |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Touchscreen | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired Apple CarPlay | - |
| Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | 4 | Standard 25 |
| Navigation System | Via Smartphone Mirroring | Standard/ Touch Screen,EMV |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Analogue with Digital MID | Standard TFT,Full Digital,12.3-inch |
| USB Ports | 2 | Standard 3PCs |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Wired Apple CarPlay | - |
| Wireless Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto | - |
| FM Radio | Standard | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | - |
| Voice Recognition | Via Smartphone | - |
| AUX Input | Not Available | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 9-inch Touchscreen | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not Available | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | Standard | - |
| Infotainment Display | 9-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Rear Usb | 2 | - |
| Audio | Standard | - |
| Audio Speakers | 4 | Standard 25 |
| Audio System | Standard | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Display Audio | 9-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 2 | Standard 3PCs |
| Infotainment Screen | 9-inch Touchscreen | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue with Digital MID | - |
| Connected Services | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Control | Via Smartphone | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Wired Apple CarPlay | - |
| Radio | Standard | - |
| Touchscreen | 9-inch Touchscreen | Mark Levinson/ EMV,DAB |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRLs | Standard LED |
| Fog Lamps | Front Fog Lamps | - |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Standard |
| 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 | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | White Nova, Sonic Titanium, Graphite Black GF, Manganese Luster, Terrane Khaki |
| 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 | - |
| DRL | LED DRLs | Standard LED |
| Fog Lights | Front Fog Lamps | - |
| Front Fog Lights | Front Fog Lamps | - |
| Led Headlights | LED Projector Headlamps | Standard |
| Auto Headlights | Standard | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | Standard | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED DRLs | Standard LED |
| 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 | Front Fog Lamps | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | LED Projector Headlamps | - |
| Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps | Standard |
| Headlight Type | LED Projector Headlamps | Standard |
| Headlights | LED Projector Headlamps | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Slide | Not Available | - |
| Sunroof Tilt | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 36 deg | 21.0 deg |
| Departure Angle | 50 deg | 22.0 deg |
| Wading Depth | 600 mm | - |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Standard |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Centre and Rear Torsen LSD |
| Underbody Protection | Standard Skid Plates | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 27 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Front and Rear Recovery Hooks | - |
| 4WD System Type | AllGrip PRO — Part-Time 4WD with Low-Range Gearbox | Permanent all-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Hill Descent Control Standard | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | 27 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 36 deg | 21.0 deg |
| Breakover Angle | 27 deg | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | 50 deg | 22.0 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 210 mm | 205 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 210 mm | 205 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Hill Descent Control Standard | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Wading Depth Mm | 600 mm | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195/80 R15 | F:265-50 R22 Aluminium F SPORT / R:265-50 R22 Aluminium F SPORT |
| Wheel Type | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Ventilated Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full Size External Rear Spare | Full 265-50R22 AluminiumFSPORT |
| 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 | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 15 Inches | 22 |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full Size External Rear Spare | Full 265-50R22 AluminiumFSPORT |
| Tyre Type | 195/80 R15 | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 15 Inches | 22 |
| 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 | - |
| Handbrake Type | Conventional Handbrake | Electric |
| 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 | Standard | Standard |
| Wheel Material | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 15 Inches | - |
| Wheels | 15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 15,000 km or 12 Months | 12 months / 10,000km |
| Approx Service Cost | Approx R2,800–R3,500 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 | Not Included | - |
| Service Plan Distance | Not Included | - |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Underbody Rust Protection and Skid Plates | - |
| Service Plan | Not Included | - |
| Service Intervals | 15,000 km or 12 Months | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 | 7 years / 100,000km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 | 7 years / 100,000km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 | 7 years / 100,000km |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Warranty | 5 | 7 years / 100,000km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 5 Years Roadside Assistance | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 173 g/km | 222 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 | 173 | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Spec | Jimny 5-Door | LX |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Private luxury, family and business |
| Price Zar | 489900 ZAR | 2687500 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Flagship |
| Starting Price | 489900 | 2687500 |
| Starting Price Zar | 489900 | 2687500 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Jimny 5-Door and LX comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Jimny 5-Door 29 vs LX 98.
Efficiency index: Jimny 5-Door 57 vs LX 47.
Safety-equipment index: Jimny 5-Door 90 vs LX 93.
Practicality index: Jimny 5-Door 49 vs LX 84.
Ownership-cover index: Jimny 5-Door 71 vs LX not separately scored.
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.
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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.
LX leads by 25 points
LX has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over Jimny 5-Door.
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Jimny 5-Door
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
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What the evidence means
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, LX 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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Jimny 5-Door vs LX questions
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