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Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Model Introduced Year
2025
2007
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
Current Tiguan generation offers modern safety and tech upgrades
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.
Recent facelift improved technology and styling
Facelift Launched Since
2025
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
Kinetic Yellow, Bluish Black Pearl, Solid White, Granite Grey Metallic, Chili Red, Brisk Blue Metallic
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Blue
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5 GLX AllGrip AT
4x4 configuration for the local line-up
Model Year
2026
Current
Production Status
active
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1170 kg
1599 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Length
3965 mm
4539 mm
Width
1645 mm
1842 mm
Height
1720 mm
1660 mm
Wheelbase
2590 mm
2676 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
210 mm
201 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
Not Officially Disclosed
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
58 l
Boot/Cargo Space
211 l
652 l
Kerb Weight
1215 kg
1599 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1545 kg
2210 kg
Payload Capacity
330 kg
-
Towing Capacity
1300 kg
1800 kg
Seating Capacity
4 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
-
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.7 m
11.5 m
Front Headroom
990 mm
-
Rear Headroom
910 mm
-
Front Legroom
900 mm
-
Rear Legroom
600 mm
-
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Front Track Width
1265 mm
1586 mm
Rear Track Width
1265 mm
1576 mm
Front Suspension
Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring
Not Available
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
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring
-
Rear Suspension Type
Rigid Rear Axle with Coil Spring
Not Available
Shock Absorbers
Telescopic Gas Dampers
-
Suspension
Rigid Front Axle with Coil Spring
-
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Not Available
Power Windows
All Windows
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Not Available
Wireless Charging
15W Wireless Charging
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Auto Dimming Mirror
Not Available
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
377 l
1650 l
Boot Space Seats Folded
377 l
1650 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
Standard
AC Type
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
Not Available
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
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Push Button Start
Not Available
Engine Warranty
4 Years
-
Front Armrest
Standard Centre Armrest
Standard
Front Power Outlet
2 x 12V Socket
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.7
7.7
Glovebox Cooling
Front Door Pockets
-
Hill Start Assist
Standard
-
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Windows
-
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Not Available
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
Not Available
Speed Alert System
Standard
Adjustable speed limiter
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
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Standard
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Not Available
Bottle Holders
2
Standard
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Not Available
Centre Console
Standard Centre Armrest
Standard
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
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
-
Lift Gate
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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
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
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
-
Remote Side Mirror
Electrically Foldable Black Mirrors
-
Rim Size
15 Inches
Not Available
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
-
Side Impact Bars
Standard
-
Sonar
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
-
Sound System
4
Not Available
Source Model Column
jimny-5-door
tiguan
Sports Bar
Not Available
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
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trim Level
flagship
flagship
Unlocking
Standard
Not Available
Variant Role
Performance-focused derivative
Flagship / premium derivative
Vdc
Standard
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
-
Walk Away Lock
Standard
-
Wireless Charger
15W Wireless Charging
Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Engine
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Not Officially Disclosed
Engine Code
K15B
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1462 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Not Officially Disclosed
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
140 kW
Maximum Torque
130 Nm @ 4000 rpm
250 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
4WD
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic
Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
140 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
61.7 kW/tonne
87.6 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
107 Nm/tonne
156.3 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
Tiguan
Engine Position
Longitudinal Front-Mounted
-
Gearbox
4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic
DCT
Drivetrain Layout
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD) / 4WD with Low-Range
4x4
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Two-Speed Transfer Case (Hi / Lo Range)
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
4.090:1
Not Applicable
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
3.8
-
Number of Gears
4
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Clutch Type
Torque Converter
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic
DCT
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4x4
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
4-Speed Torque Converter Automatic
DCT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Axle Layout
4WD — AllGrip PRO Part-Time
4x4
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
4
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Claimed Mileage
14.9 km/l
13 km/l
City Mileage
12.8 km/l
10.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
18.2 km/l
15.3 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
40 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
14.9 km/l
13 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
40
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
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Airbags
6
6
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
2 Rear ISOFIX Points
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
-
Central Locking
Remote Central Locking
-
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
All Seats
Not Available
Speed Alert System
Standard
-
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Not Available
-
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Independently Rated
-
Whiplash Protection
Active Head Restraints on Front Seats
-
Lane Change Warning
Not Available
-
AEB
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
6
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
6
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
All Seats
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
All Seats
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
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
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard — Low Speed AEB
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Standard
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
-
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Ultrasonic Sensors
Not Available
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
Emergency Braking
Not Available
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
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
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
-
Reversing Camera
Standard
Standard
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Seat Material
Premium Fabric with Leather Trim
Cloth
Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Electric Power Assisted (EPAS)
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Folding Rear Seats
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
-
Front Armrest
Standard Centre Armrest
Standard
Rear Armrest
Not Available
-
Front Shoulder Room
1270 mm
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
1155 mm
Not Applicable
Cup Holders
2
Standard
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
-
Rear USB Ports
0
-
Steering Wheel Material
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Standard
Instrument Cluster Type
Analogue with Digital MID
-
Interior Colour Options
2
Black
Driver Lumbar Support
Not Available
-
Door Map Pockets
Front Door Pockets
-
60 40 Split Seat
Full Fold-Flat Rear Bench
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Premium Fabric with Leather Trim
Cloth
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
Not Applicable
Armrest Front
Standard Centre Armrest
Standard
Armrest Rear
Not Available
-
Boot Space Seats Down
377
-
Driver Seat
Manual 4-Way Driver Adjustment
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
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Premium interior, digital cockpit, advanced infotainment
Interior Trim Colour
2
Black
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Premium Fabric with Leather Trim
-
Interior Colours
2
Black
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
Cloth
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Infotainment System
9-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Wired Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
4
Not Available
Navigation System
Via Smartphone Mirroring
-
Digital Instrument Cluster
Analogue with Digital MID
Not Applicable
USB Ports
2
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wired Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
FM Radio
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Voice Recognition
Via Smartphone
-
AUX Input
Not Available
-
Infotainment Screen Size
9-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not Available
-
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
-
Infotainment Display
9-inch Touchscreen
-
Rear Usb
2
-
Audio
Standard
-
Audio Speakers
4
Not Available
Audio System
Standard
-
Display Audio
9-inch Touchscreen
-
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
-
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Multi Information Display
Analogue with Digital MID
-
Connected Services
Standard
SYNC
Voice Control
Via Smartphone
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Wired Apple CarPlay
-
Radio
Standard
-
Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
SYNC
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
LED Headlamps
LED Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRLs
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
Roof Rails
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
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
5
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
SUV
DRL
LED DRLs
Not Available
Fog Lights
Front Fog Lamps
-
Front Fog Lights
Front Fog Lamps
-
Led Headlights
LED Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Auto Headlights
Standard
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRLs
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
5
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
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector Headlamps
-
Headlamps
LED Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Headlight Type
LED Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Headlights
LED Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
-
Sunroof Slide
Not Available
-
Sunroof Tilt
Not Available
-
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Approach Angle
36 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
50 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
600 mm
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Standard Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Ramp Breakover Angle
27 deg
-
Recovery Hooks
Front and Rear Recovery Hooks
-
4WD System Type
AllGrip PRO — Part-Time 4WD with Low-Range Gearbox
Four-wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Ramp-over Angle
27 deg
-
Approach Angle Deg
36 deg
-
Breakover Angle
27 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
50 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
210 mm
201 mm
Ground Clearance Min
210 mm
201 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
-
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Tyre Size
195/80 R15
Not Available
Wheel Type
15-inch Land Rover-Inspired Alloy Wheels
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size External Rear Spare
Not Available
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
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Drum
-
Spare Tyre
Full Size External Rear Spare
Not Available
Tyre Type
195/80 R15
-
Wheel Diameter
15 Inches
Not Available
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
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Conventional Handbrake
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full Size External Rear Spare
-
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
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
Tiguan
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 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
Not Available
Service Plan Distance
Not Included
Not Available
Anti-Rust Treatment
Underbody Rust Protection and Skid Plates
-
Service Plan
Not Included
Not Available
Service Intervals
15,000 km or 12 Months
-
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Warranty Years
5
3 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5
3 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
3 Years Anti-Corrosion
-
Basic Warranty
5
3 years / 120 000 km
Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
-
Warranty
5
3 years / 120 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
5 Years Roadside Assistance
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Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
CO2 Emissions
173 g/km
175 g/km
Start Stop System
Not Available
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Available
Noise Level
69 dB
-
Variable Valve Timing
VVT on Intake Camshaft
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
93 RON Unleaded
Petrol
Particulate Filter
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
Not Available
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Green NCAP Rating
Not Independently Rated
-
Idle CO2 Output
Within Euro 5 Limits
175
Fuel Evaporation Control
Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP)
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
173
175
Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
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
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Spec
Jimny 5-Door
Tiguan
Ownership Role
Flagship
South Africa market model
Price Zar
489900 ZAR
856200 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Active local lineup
Starting Price
489900
856200
Starting Price Zar
489900
856200
In depth: how these cars differ
This Jimny 5-Door and Tiguan 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 Tiguan 60.
Efficiency index: Jimny 5-Door 57 vs Tiguan 51.
Safety-equipment index: Jimny 5-Door 90 vs Tiguan 82.
Practicality index: Jimny 5-Door 49 vs Tiguan 77.
Ownership-cover index: Jimny 5-Door 71 vs Tiguan 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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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
Tiguan leads by 10 points
Tiguan 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
Tiguan
Performance
60/100
Efficiency
51/100
Safety
82/100
Practicality
77/100
Jimny 5-Door
Performance
29/100
Efficiency
57/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
49/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexVolkswagen Tiguan
leads the specification evidence index with 68 pts
vs 58 pts for Jimny 5-Door
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Tiguan 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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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.
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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.
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