Suzuki Jimny: payload, towing and specs
5 variants in our database, from $31,990 to $37,490 list.
The Suzuki Jimny is a four-seat wagon, from $31,990 to $37,490 list, rated to tow up to 1,300kg. Readers weighing it up usually also look at the Mahindra Scorpio, GWM Tank 300 and Jeep Wrangler.
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What each variant can actually carry
Worked out for a typical touring load: two people, 150kg of gear and 150kg of accessories. “Spare payload” is what is left after that. “Max trailer” is the heaviest trailer that load still allows, which is usually well under the headline towing rating because GCM and towball weight both take their cut.
| Variant | Price | Payload | GCM | Rated towing | Spare payload | Max trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lite MT | $31,990 | 350kg | — | 1,300kg | -110kg | not published |
| MT | $33,990 | 340kg | — | 1,300kg | -120kg | not published |
| XL MT | $34,990 | 360kg | — | 1,300kg | -100kg | not published |
| AT | $36,490 | 330kg | — | 1,300kg | -130kg | not published |
| XL AT | $37,490 | 345kg | — | 1,300kg | -115kg | not published |
Suzuki does not publish a GCM for 5 of these variants, so the combined limit cannot be checked. That is a disclosure gap, not a pass.
Compare the Suzuki Jimny
Pick a rival. Bars are scaled to the highest figure among this vehicle and the 10 rivals listed above, so the longest bar on each row is the best of that group rather than simply the better of two.
Comparing the XL MT with the Z8+. Each model is represented by the variant nearest its own median price, so every figure in a column comes from the same vehicle rather than the best one of each. See the full line-up.
Engine and driveline
| Variant | Engine | Transmission | 4WD system | Power | Torque | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lite MT | 1.5L petrol | 5sp manual | Part-time dual-range 4WD (ALLGRIP PRO) | 75kW | 130Nm | 1,100kg |
| MT | 1.5L petrol | 5sp manual | Part-time dual-range 4WD (ALLGRIP PRO) | 75kW | 130Nm | 1,110kg |
| XL MT | 1.5L petrol | 5sp manual | Part-time dual-range 4WD (ALLGRIP PRO) | 75kW | 130Nm | 1,185kg |
| AT | 1.5L petrol | 4sp auto | Part-time dual-range 4WD (ALLGRIP PRO) | 75kW | 130Nm | 1,120kg |
| XL AT | 1.5L petrol | 4sp auto | Part-time dual-range 4WD (ALLGRIP PRO) | 75kW | 130Nm | 1,200kg |
Fuel and touring range
The official ADR 81/02 figure is measured unladen, at low speed, on smooth tarmac. We lift consumption by 40 per cent to allow for the weight, the all-terrains, the bar and the dirt, then divide what is usable in the tank by that — leaving 5 litres in it, because planning to run a tank dry is how you end up walking. Where we have measured a vehicle ourselves we use our own figure instead. A plug-in hybrid’s claim assumes a full battery, which is gone within the first hour of a long drive, so it gets multiplied by five rather than 1.4.
| Variant | Claimed | Tank | Touring use | Touring range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lite MT | 6.4L/100km | 40L | 9L/100km | 391km |
| MT | 6.4L/100km | 40L | 9L/100km | 391km |
| XL MT | 6.4L/100km | 40L | 9L/100km | 391km |
| AT | 6.9L/100km | 40L | 9.7L/100km | 362km |
| XL AT | 6.9L/100km | 40L | 9.7L/100km | 362km |
Can it clear the gaps?
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the XL MT’s touring range of 391km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 716km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 709km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 659km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 421km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 389km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 315km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 223km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Carry fuel 532km gap, short by 141km
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the Lite MT’s touring range of 391km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 716km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 709km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 659km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 421km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 389km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 315km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 223km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Carry fuel 532km gap, short by 141km
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the MT’s touring range of 391km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 716km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 709km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 659km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 421km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 389km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 315km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 223km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Carry fuel 532km gap, short by 141km
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the AT’s touring range of 362km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 745km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 738km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 688km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 450km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 418km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 344km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 252km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Carry fuel 532km gap, short by 170km
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Against the longest stretch between fuel on each leg, using the XL AT’s touring range of 362km — which already allows for a loaded 4WD and leaves 5 litres in the tank. Carrying fuel changes everything below; so does a headwind, soft sand and a heavy right foot.
distance between fuel how far this one gets
- Great Central Road Laverton to Yulara Carry fuel 1,107km gap, short by 745km
- Canning Stock Route Wiluna to Kunawarritji Carry fuel 1,100km gap, short by 738km
- Tanami Road Alice Springs to Halls Creek Carry fuel 1,050km gap, short by 688km
- Plenty Highway Alice Springs to Boulia Carry fuel 812km gap, short by 450km
- Anne Beadell Highway Coober Pedy to Ilkurlka Roadhouse Carry fuel 780km gap, short by 418km
- Gibb River Road Derby to Kununurra Carry fuel 706km gap, short by 344km
- Oodnadatta Track Marree to Marla Carry fuel 614km gap, short by 252km
- Birdsville Track Marree to Birdsville Carry fuel 532km gap, short by 170km
Distances are OTA’s own, last checked October 2026. Roadhouses close without notice. Never plan a remote crossing on one tank alone.
Off-road geometry and dimensions
Angles and clearance are the manufacturer’s, measured at kerb weight on standard tyres. Load the back of a ute and the departure angle goes with it.
Drawn from the Lite MT. Every variant’s figures are in the table.
| Variant | Clearance | Approach | Rampover | Departure | Length | Width | Wheelbase |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lite MT | 210mm | 36.0° | 27.0° | 47.0° | 3,650mm | 1,645mm | 2,250mm |
| MT | 210mm | 36.0° | 27.0° | 47.0° | 3,650mm | 1,645mm | 2,250mm |
| XL MT | 210mm | 36.0° | 24.0° | 47.0° | 3,985mm | 1,645mm | 2,590mm |
| AT | 210mm | 36.0° | 27.0° | 47.0° | 3,650mm | 1,645mm | 2,250mm |
| XL AT | 210mm | 36.0° | 24.0° | 47.0° | 3,985mm | 1,645mm | 2,590mm |
Servicing a Suzuki away from the city
Remote support rated 3 out of 5.
More on the Suzuki Jimny
Figures are the manufacturer’s. People are counted at 80kg each and towball weight at 10% of a trailer’s ATM. Only a weighbridge settles what your own vehicle weighs.
