Suzuki Jimny 5-Door vs Hyundai New CRETA

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Suzuki Jimny 5-Door in South Africa

Suzuki Jimny 5-Door

1.5 GLX AllGrip AT Petrol 4-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 489,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 75 kW 🔧 130 Nm ⛽ 14.9 km/l
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Hyundai New CRETA in South Africa

Hyundai New CRETA

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Decision summary

Suzuki Jimny 5-Door vs Hyundai New CRETA: the short answer

The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Jimny 5-Door New CRETA
Maximum Power Jimny 5-Door75 kW @ 6000 rpm New CRETA-
Maximum Torque Jimny 5-Door130 Nm @ 4000 rpm New CRETA-
Engine Size Jimny 5-Door1462 cc New CRETA-
Combined Fuel Economy Jimny 5-Door14.9 km/l New CRETA-
Ground Clearance Jimny 5-Door210 mm New CRETA-

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Jimny 5-Door New CRETA
Engine Position Longitudinal Front-Mounted -
Gearbox 4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic -
Transmission Type Automatic -
Number of Gears 4 -
Drivetrain Layout Rear Wheel Drive (2WD) / 4WD with Low-Range -
Final Drive Ratio 4.090:1 -
Steering Turns Lock to Lock 3.8 -
Clutch Type Torque Converter -
LSD Available Not Applicable -
Differential Lock Not Applicable -
Transfer Case Two-Speed Transfer Case (Hi / Lo Range) -
Paddle Shifters Not Applicable -
Drivetrain 4WD / AWD -
Gearbox Type 4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic -
Gear Shift Type 4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic -
Transmission Speeds 4 -
Axle Layout 4WD — AllGrip PRO Part-Time -
Automatic Shift Paddles Not Applicable -
4WD Engagement Not Applicable -
4WD Hi Range Not Applicable -
4WD Lo Range Not Applicable -
Transfer Case Guard Not Available -
Low Range Not Applicable -
Low Range Ratio Not Applicable -
Front Differential Lock Not Applicable -
Rear Differential Lock Not Applicable -
4WD Selector Not Applicable -
Gear Shift Indicator Not Applicable -
Spec Jimny 5-Door New CRETA
Variable Valve Timing VVT on Intake Camshaft -
CO2 Emissions 173 g/km -
Start Stop System Not Available -
Hybrid System Type Not Applicable -
Noise Level 69 dB -
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 -

In depth: how these cars differ

This Jimny 5-Door and New CRETA comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Index Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

Jimny 5-Door vs New CRETA questions

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.