If you’ve ever rooted for the underdog, you’ll get why the Suzuki Jimny has such a loyal following. It’s the David to the Goliaths of the SUV world-a boxy, cheerful adventurer that’s just as happy squeezing through city traffic as it is splashing through muddy trails. Now, for 2025, Suzuki’s beloved compact 4×4 grows up-literally-with a five-door version that promises more space, more practicality, and the same can-do attitude that’s made it a global cult classic.
Let’s take a drive through what makes the new Jimny a standout in a world of lookalike crossovers and overgrown SUVs.
A Five-Door Jimny? About Time!
For years, Jimny fans have had one big gripe: it’s just too small. Sure, the three-door model is adorable and nimble, but getting into the backseat felt like a game of Twister, and packing for a weekend away meant choosing between your hiking boots and your dignity. Suzuki finally listened. The 2025 Jimny XL and Jimny Nomade stretch the classic Jimny formula, adding two extra doors and a longer wheelbase. Suddenly, you can bring friends, family, or-let’s be honest-a few more bags of groceries without sacrificing that iconic upright stance.
The five-door Jimny isn’t just a stretched-out version of the old one. Suzuki’s engineers have worked some clever magic to keep it looking right. The proportions are spot-on, and those extra doors don’t spoil the Jimny’s toy-like charm. It still looks like something you’d draw as a kid, only now it’s a bit more grown-up.
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Design: Retro Cool Meets Real-World Practicality
If you’re tired of SUVs that look like angry toasters, the Jimny is a breath of fresh air. Its design is honest-no swoopy lines, no fake vents, just a box on wheels with round headlights and a grin that says, “Let’s go exploring.” The five-door keeps all the best bits: flat panels, chunky wheel arches, and that upright windshield that makes you feel like you’re piloting a safari vehicle, not a school run shuttle.
Suzuki’s thrown in some new colors for 2025, too. There’s a bold red, a breezy blue, and a couple of earthy tones that look right at home caked in dust. Inside, things are simple but functional. The dashboard is dominated by a 9-inch touchscreen (hello, wireless CarPlay!), and there are just enough buttons and knobs to make you feel in control without needing a computer science degree.
Engine & Performance: Modest Power, Mighty Spirit
Let’s be upfront: the Jimny isn’t going to set your hair on fire. Under the hood, you’ll find a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 103 horsepower and 134 Nm of torque. On paper, those numbers might not impress, but here’s the thing: the Jimny weighs about as much as a well-fed Labrador, and it’s geared for crawling, not drag racing.
You get a choice of a five-speed manual (for the purists) or a four-speed auto (for the city crowd). Either way, the Jimny’s magic isn’t about speed-it’s about where it can go. Thanks to a proper 4×4 system with low-range gearing, the Jimny will clamber up rocky trails, wade through streams, and squeeze down tracks that would have a Land Cruiser sucking in its stomach.
On the Road: Quirky, Honest, and Fun
Driving the Jimny in the city is a bit like walking a terrier on a leash. It’s lively, alert, and always ready to dart into the nearest gap in traffic. The turning circle is hilariously tight, parking is a breeze, and you sit high enough to see over the sea of crossovers.
On the highway, things get a bit noisier. The engine hums, the wind whistles, and you’ll want to keep the speed in check. But honestly, that’s part of the Jimny’s charm. It’s not pretending to be a luxury cruiser. It’s a tool for getting to places most cars can’t. And if you’re the kind of driver who enjoys the journey as much as the destination, you’ll find yourself grinning every time you take the long way home.
Off-Road: The Jimny’s Natural Playground
Here’s where the Jimny earns its stripes. While most compact SUVs these days are all show and no go, the Jimny is the real deal. With 210mm of ground clearance, short overhangs, and a proper ladder-frame chassis, it’ll scamper over obstacles that would leave bigger, heavier SUVs floundering.
Engage low-range, and the Jimny turns into a mountain goat. Mud, sand, rocks-it’s all just another playground. And because it’s small and light, you can pick your way through tight forest trails or narrow mountain passes that would leave a Wrangler or Defender stuck at the trailhead. It’s the kind of car that makes you want to get lost on purpose.
Practicality: Now With Room for Friends
The five-door Jimny’s biggest upgrade is, without a doubt, its usability. Rear-seat access is no longer a yoga challenge, and there’s enough legroom for adults to sit comfortably. The trunk space is still modest, but with the rear seats folded, you can fit camping gear, bikes, or even a surfboard (if you’re creative).
For families, dog owners, or anyone who likes to pack for every eventuality, the new Jimny finally makes sense as a daily driver. And with Suzuki’s reputation for reliability and low running costs, you won’t be sweating every time the road turns rough.
Tech & Safety: Just Enough, Not Too Much
Suzuki’s kept the tech simple. The touchscreen is easy to use, there’s wireless phone mirroring, and you get the basics like cruise control, a reversing camera, and lane departure warning. Six airbags and stability control are standard, and in some markets, you’ll find adaptive cruise and emergency braking.
The Jimny’s old-school construction means it’s not going to match the latest crossovers for crash safety, but for many buyers, the trade-off is worth it. It’s a car built for real adventures, not just the school run.
Who’s the Jimny For?
If you want a car that blends into the background, the Jimny isn’t for you. But if you want something with personality, something that makes every drive feel like an adventure, you’ll love it. It’s perfect for:
- Outdoor enthusiasts and weekend warriors
- City dwellers who want something different
- Families who don’t need a massive SUV
- Anyone who values simplicity, reliability, and charm
The Verdict: Still the Off-Road Underdog to Beat
The 2025 Suzuki Jimny 4×4 is proof that you don’t need size or horsepower to have a big adventure. It’s a reminder that driving can be fun, that cars can have character, and that sometimes, the best journeys start where the pavement ends.
Is it perfect? Of course not. But that’s exactly why people love it. The Jimny is a breath of fresh air in a world of over-engineered, over-complicated SUVs. It’s the little 4×4 that could-and now, with five doors, it’s ready for whatever (or whoever) you want to bring along for the ride.