Suzuki JIMNY [merged threads]

[dreamur]

I used to own a 2007 jazz (1.3) but sold it as I was not satisfied with the performance (i.e. blind spot and rattle) plus the fact that I coudn't afford to pay the mortgage of 2 cars at the same time. since I also got a car loan from the bank for a 2008 Jimny matic. I never experienced any of the issues that doc otep mentioned. Probably they have corrected those in the later models. I did not regret buying a jimny inspite of the limited space and not so economical fuel consumption (compared to the jazz) but it is worth every penny. Have driven it to Baguio, Tagaytay and the mountains of Cebu and never a bit felt less confident or threatened by the terrains. Unfortunately my wife has took possession of it after Ondoy when she saw how it battled the rain and flood, plus of course the advantage of fitting into a small parking space. Now I am contented with driving a Grand Livina and becoming a full-fledged family man.

Let me show you the pictures below. Look at the jazz and the livina and spot the difference!

[renzo_d10]

But do remember guys that the Jazzes you are talking about are the older ones. Which is a bit of .. small compared to the current one.

And the new ones have a different powerhouse, am I right? No more of those iDSi and problematic CVT transmissions.

[Dirtdiver]

Hi! I'm a college student looking to buy a car, and my mom wants a Suzuki Jimny for me cause my uni is in a very flood-susceptible area.

Is this a good idea?
Also, what are the top 5 problems of the Jimny?
Is the wobble problem encountered by all Jimny owners?

I'm sorry if these have been brought up before. Your replies are very much appreciated.

Driving a SUV in a flood susceptible area is always a good idea. No problems with the dreaded wobble yet, but then again my Jimny is only a month old. As for the top 5 issues? Only ones I see for now are the dreaded wobble problem (easily fixed), the lack of cargo space (solved by folding down the rear seats OR getting yourself one of 'em Thule cargo boxes), and the lack of legroom in the back (solution: midget-only seating).

However, it seems you've got your heart set on the Jazz. So by all means keep pestering your mom to get it for you instead :-)

-DirtDiver

[dreamur]

But do remember guys that the Jazzes you are talking about are the older ones. Which is a bit of .. small compared to the current one.

And the new ones have a different powerhouse, am I right? No more of those iDSi and problematic CVT transmissions.

Agree. Actually I like the latest generation of jazz compared to the previous one.

[renzo_d10]

Agree. Actually I like the latest generation of jazz compared to the previous one.

Me too. The current Jazz has also been said to have a great handling.

Wonder how does it compare with our FD. Hmmm.

[OTEP]

But do remember guys that the Jazzes you are talking about are the older ones. Which is a bit of .. small compared to the current one.

And the new ones have a different powerhouse, am I right? No more of those iDSi and problematic CVT transmissions.

We had a VTEC Jazz (no funny 8 spark plugs crap) with a CVT. No problems with the drivetrain experienced. The new Jazz still sits too low for our taste. What the hell is the approach angle on that thing? True, the cabin is not roomy but since its usually only the two of us riding, the only additional room we need are for fire fighting gear and radio communications and those stuff fit the Jimny perfectly.

And there's still no temp gauge on the new Jazz and I'm someone that likes to know what's going on especially as a car ages. My other ride shows me oil pressure, voltage, in addition to the usual, speed, rpm, fuel and temp. True you can buy those OBD II thingies to show engine temp but in the Jimny that gauge comes as standard already.

If our fellow Tsikoteer wants a Jazz, go ahead and get one. You'll have plenty enough left to buy a Jimny when you decide to sell it. hehehehe.

I kinda like the Jimny exclusivity and the faces of those motorbike riders when they see you driving on the sidewalk with them [I do not encourage anyone to do that, we were responding to a fire call that time].

[kotiko]

Can someone suggest some good shops/mechanic for a Jimny? Having trouble finding a place that's familiar with the vehicle. Thanks!

[crazy_boy]

Can someone suggest some good shops/mechanic for a Jimny? Having trouble finding a place that's familiar with the vehicle. Thanks!

try Filmars in Blue Ridge.

[renzo_d10]

We had a VTEC Jazz (no funny 8 spark plugs crap) with a CVT. No problems with the drivetrain experienced. The new Jazz still sits too low for our taste. What the hell is the approach angle on that thing? True, the cabin is not roomy but since its usually only the two of us riding, the only additional room we need are for fire fighting gear and radio communications and those stuff fit the Jimny perfectly.

And there's still no temp gauge on the new Jazz and I'm someone that likes to know what's going on especially as a car ages. My other ride shows me oil pressure, voltage, in addition to the usual, speed, rpm, fuel and temp. True you can buy those OBD II thingies to show engine temp but in the Jimny that gauge comes as standard already.

If our fellow Tsikoteer wants a Jazz, go ahead and get one. You'll have plenty enough left to buy a Jimny when you decide to sell it. hehehehe.

I kinda like the Jimny exclusivity and the faces of those motorbike riders when they see you driving on the sidewalk with them [I do not encourage anyone to do that, we were responding to a fire call that time].

Still no temp gauge for the current Jazz? That's ridiculous.

Of all the things to remove, why the temp gauge.

[battaglin]

Between jimny and jazz? jimny of course! it's a man's car. I love the ground clearance, no worries pagsampa sa bangketa.

BTW, I had my front wheel bearings replaced and now the high speed wobble is gone. I did road test on roads where I usually hit 80kph and there is no hint of wobble now.
I plan to test it sa NLEX one of this days to see if its really solved. my jimny is turning 7 end of May.