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Suzuki Jimny Malaysia 2013 - Display Only @ DRB-HICOM Autofest, SPICE Penang

The panoramic view of the indoor show of the Autofest, SPCIE Penang

I was at DRB-Hicom Autofest, SPICE (previously known as PISA) Penang last weekend to check specifically the long awaited by Suzuki 4x4 fans, the Suzuki Jimny new JB43 model. The Suzuki Jimny is already a well known amongst the 4x4 enthusiasts. It's a good news for Suzuki 4x4 fans for the dream come true when finally Suzuki Malaysia decided to bring in the little mini 4x4 SUV which go anywhere despite the compactness of the car. It was already proven by the previous models such as SJ410 and SJ413, where the follower of this model is quite huge in Malaysia.  

There is not much to look for for this car other than for "viewing only". I have seen and get to hold the steering of the similar model while in Brunei. Here is my entry about my experience. I am not really sure about the specification of the new Jimny Malaysia 2013, however looking from the exterior, the following specification may the nearest possible match. It's based on the similar model Jimny Sierra 1.3L. Note that, there are two variations of Jimny in Japan which called as Jimny and Jimny Sierra with 660cc Turbo (K6A) and 1300cc (M13A) liquid cooled engine respectively. 

Body			3 door
Model name			Jimny Sierra
Drive system			Part-time 4WD
Car name model			Suzuki · ABA-JB43W
Model symbol			GWZJ-Y8	GWZR-Y8
Transmission			5-speed Manual	4-speed Automatic
Dimensions and weight	Total length (mm)		3,600
	Overall width (mm)		1,600
	Height (mm)		1,705
	Indoor Dimensions (mm)	Length	1,685
		Width	1,220
		Height	1,210
	Wheelbase (mm)		2,250
	Tread (mm)	Before	1,355
		Later	1,365
	Ground clearance (mm)		190
	Weight (kg)		1,060	1,070
	Riding Capacity (Person)		Four
Performance	Fuel consumption rate (km / L)※	*Japan	13.6	12.6
	Key measures to improve fuel economy		Variable valve timing	Variable valve timing,  lock-up torque converter
	Minimum turning radius (m)		4.9
Engine	Model		M13A type
	Type		4-cylinder liquid-cooled 4-cycle series
	Valve system		DOHC16 valve VVT
	Inner diameter × stroke (mm)		78.0 × 69.5
	Total displacement (L)		1.328
	Compression ratio		9.5
	Fuel supply system		EPI (electronically controlled fuel injection system)
	Maximum power (kW / rpm) net		65 (88PS) / 6,000
	Maximum torque (N · m / rpm) net		118 (12.0kg · m) / 4,000
	Fuel tank capacity (L)		Forty
	Fuel use		Unleaded regular gasoline
Power transmission device	Clutch		Dry single plate diaphragm	Three elements one stage two-phase form  fluid torque converter
	Transmission gear ratio	1 speed	4.425	2.875
		2-speed	2.304	1.568
		3-speed	1.674	1.000
		4-speed	1.190	0.696
		Fifth	1.000	-
		Recession	5.151	2.300
	Transfer  (sub-transmission)	Format	Chain + gearing
		High speed gear ratio	1.320
		Low speed gear ratio	2.643
	Final drive ratio (front and rear)		3.416	4.090
Steering	Gear format		Ball nut type
Brake	Main brake  format	Before	Disk
		Later	Leading trailing
	Brake booster		Vacuum boost formula
	Braking force control device		ABS, proportioning equipment
	Parking brake format		Two-wheel braking after mechanical
Suspension	Suspension (front and rear)		3-link rigid axle type coil spring
	Stabilizer (front)		Torsion bar type
	Tire		205/70R15 95S

The only negative force  (at least for me) is the unconfirmed price around RM90k would be the setback for this 3-door mini 4x4 car to justify the monthly repayment. Nevertheless, the joy of looking at the car and possibly soon to be on the road is great. Anyway, here are some photos of the Suzuki Jimny Malaysia 2013.

        

We are Suzuki Jimny SJ Family

In my family, we have three Suzuki 4x4. My father's Suzuki SJ410 is mainly for daily use to the farm, my brother's SJ413 also for his daily use and mine is for use in the farm and light off-road purpose. All bought second hand. Why we use Suzuki 4x4? Definitely for its reliability, cheap and simple which serve our different purposes.

Suzuki Jimny Malaysia: A Reality?

A Suzuki Jimmy JB43 at Tanah Jambu, Brunei 2012

This 4x4 small compact car does not need much introduction, but a legend and is mostly used by most 4x4 enthusiasts whether urban or rural areas as well as one of the options to modify the vehicle for 4x4 challenge, particularly in Sabah, Malaysia. News relevant to the new model Suzuki Jimny will be launched in Malaysia in fact has existed in the internet news over the past month. Readers can refer to Paul Tan, CBT and Keretamoto.  I'm a bit late to write a blog about this car.

I have a rather large gallery of pictures of similar kind vehicle with the previous version SJ410 and SJ413 here.  Interestingly, I have seen this car on display during the 4x4 challenge in Brunei in 2012. I have written my experience here in the hope that Suzuki JIMNY Malaysian version will be realized. However, after reading from the source mentioned above, the new Suzuki JIMNY is priced around RM90,000 for imported CBU from Japan. With this price, I do not expect that it will be sold on a large scale in Malaysia. I hope the actual price is not as described because the price offered in Brunei is around SGD25,000. If not, it would probably be like what had happened with the Perodua Nautica, although they have the target customers of Kembara owners and other 4x4 Kaki. Otherwise let those with lots of spare money to buy first then wait for several years until they decided to sell the 2nd-hand Jimny. Suzuki 4x4 fans may likely to buy Suzuki JIMNY locally or CKD models which the price offered is more affordable.

I was informed that the new Suzuki Jimny will be displayed on the DRB-HICOM Autofest in PISA (now SPICE) on 28-30 June 2013. I would definitely go there to find out whether the Suzuki Jimny is there.

Suzuki 4x4 at Sabah Borneo Safari 2012

Suzuki Jimny SJ Modified Suspension

Kaamatan Ranau 4x4 Challenge

Suzuki Cabin Body on Modified 4x4 Competition Car

During Kaamatan Ranau 4x4 Challenge 2012

Suzuki Jimny JB43V 1.3cc JLX during PGB4 Expo 4x4 Brunei 2012

My story here, we hope for Suzuki Jimny Malaysia soon..

Side view of the modified Jimny (with Ironman shocks and steering damper)

Rear view of the modified Jimny (roof rack on the top)

Front view, need a good steel bumper in future for serious off road

Rear view with High Lift Jack

Ironman steering damper

Radius arm for the rear axle

radius arms for the front axle

The snorkel on Jimny

Steering

Automatic transmission

Meter panels

M13A 1.3cc DOHC 16valve engine

M13A 4-cyclinder 1,328cm3 DOHC 16 Valve engine

Made in Japan

Still have some space at the back

Front axle with coil spring