Verdict
At RM130,888, the Fronx costs RM28,012 less than the RM158,900 Jimny, and that saving gets a markedly more useful Malaysian daily: five seats, five doors and a 308-litre boot against four, three and 85 litres. Its 2,520-mm wheelbase and 6AT suit passenger and luggage duty, while its 138 Nm mild-hybrid petrol four beats the Jimny’s 130 Nm. The Jimny answers with part-time four-wheel drive and low range, not family practicality. Choose it only if those hardware advantages matter more than daily access and carrying capacity.
Pick the Suzuki Fronx if you need five seats, a 308-litre boot and more safety and parking assistance for RM28,012 less.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if part-time four-wheel drive with low range matters more than five-door practicality and cargo space.
Key differences
- Price: Suzuki Fronx RM130,888; Suzuki Jimny RM158,900.
- Transmission and driveline: Fronx 6AT with front-wheel drive; Jimny 4AT with all-wheel drive and low range.
- Passenger access: Fronx has five doors and five seats; Jimny has three doors and four seats.
- Cargo space: Fronx has a 308-litre boot; Jimny has an 85-litre boot.
- Wheelbase: Fronx 2,520 mm; Jimny 2,250 mm.
- Parking and active safety: Fronx has autonomous braking, blind spot information and a 360-degree camera; Jimny has none of these listed.
Fronx
- Five doors, five seats and a 308-litre boot.
- 138 Nm mild-hybrid petrol engine with a 6AT.
- Autonomous braking, blind spot information and 360-degree camera.
- Front-wheel drive rather than the Jimny’s part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- 37-litre fuel tank versus the Jimny’s 40 litres.
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Solid axles with coil springs and Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 all-terrain tyres.
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.
- Three doors and four seats, against the Fronx’s five doors and five seats.
- 85-litre boot, far smaller than the Fronx’s 308 litres.
- Lacks the Fronx’s autonomous braking, blind spot information and 360-degree camera.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM130,888✓ | RM158,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing and Mild-hybrid Assistance | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,462 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 138 Nm at 4,000 rpm✓ | 130 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol Hybrid/REV | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | — | 74 mm × 85 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6AT | 4AT |
| Gears | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | — | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,995 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,765 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,550 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 37 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 308 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 215/50R17 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 215/50R17 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Indonesia (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 16" Alloy | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 5 stars | — |
| EuroNCAP | — | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for two rear passenger seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For Front Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 1 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 9" Infotainment Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6 Spekers | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | — |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | — |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | 5-year/100,000 km Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Fronx & Jimny for sale
Fronx vs Jimny FAQ
Is the Suzuki Fronx or Suzuki Jimny better?
The Fronx is better for most Malaysian buyers because it has five doors, five seats, a 308-litre boot and more driver-assistance equipment. The Jimny is the better choice only when its part-time four-wheel drive and low range are essential.
What is the price difference?
The Suzuki Jimny costs RM28,012 more than the Suzuki Fronx.
Which has the better warranty?
The Jimny has the longer warranty at five years with unlimited mileage. The Fronx has a three-year, 100,000-km manufacturer warranty, plus a five-year or 100,000-km battery warranty.
