The Suzuki Jimny is back in dealerships after pulling off the emissions-related market last year, but is now available exclusively as a two-seater commercial SUV.
Priced at £ 16,796 before VAT, the new Jimny light commercial vehicle will be sold in ‘very limited numbers’ in the UK in 2021.
The Japanese automaker has confirmed that its rugged little 4×4 will be withdrawn from sale in passenger form a year ago due to the negative effect it has on the brand’s fleet average CO2 emissions.
However, by homogenizing it as a commercial vehicle, it is subject to a less stringent EU fleet average target (147 g / km vs. 95 g / km for passenger cars), which will help Suzuki reduce potential fines from the EU.
There are no real mechanical modifications to the Jimny. It is still powered by the same 1.5-liter, 100-hp four-cylinder petrol engine, which features three-link rigid axle suspension and a part-time all-wheel drive system with low-speed transfer ratio. .
Instead, the changes focus on the interior, with the two rear seats ditched for a flat load compartment with a capacity of 863 liters – 33 liters more than the passenger Jimny. There is also a safety bulkhead to prevent cargo from shifting into the front compartment.
Suzuki has included the same safety features as the outgoing passenger version, including dual sensor brake assist with automatic emergency braking, hill hold and descent control, and emergency assist function. eCall.
Although other powertrains, such as a three-cylinder turbo engine, are offered on the Jimny in other markets, a British spokesperson told Autocar that professional customers and off-road enthusiasts are alike. satisfied with the existing engine offer.
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Source: www.autocar.co.uk
This notice was published: 2021-07-01 11:59:37
