Suzuki Jimny JLX (1998) price & specs
JLX
Overview
The 1998 Suzuki Jimny JLX is a four-wheel drive, 3-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Suzuki Jimny is regarded as a small SUV built in Japan with prices starting at $21,990 before on-road costs.
This Suzuki Jimny is powered by a 1.3L 4-cylinder engine that has 59 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 104 Nm of torque (at 4500 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 40L fuel tank
The Suzuki Jimny measures 1705mm (67.1 inches) in height, 3625mm (142.7 inches) in length, 1600mm (63.0 inches) in width with a 2250mm (88.6 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1030kg (2270.8 lbs) of unladen weight. The Jimny JLX comes standard with 205/70 R15 front tyres and 205/70 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,625 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,600 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,250 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 390 mm |
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Explore Suzuki Jimny Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 74
Engine (cc): 1298
Compression Ratio: 9.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.3
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 75.5
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 10.6
Main Capacity (L): 40
Main Fuel Type: Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Clock
Type: Digital
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analogue
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 2
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.4
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 37
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 8.5
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 28
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 8.5
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6.4
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 80
Maximum Power (kW): 59
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 77
Maximum Torque (Nm): 104
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Hub Engagement: Automatic Hubs
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selectable While Driving: yes
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Beam
Front Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 5.5
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Body Colour
Size of Body Side Molding: Wide
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: SUV
Mud Flaps
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9800
Front Track (in): 53.3
Front Track (mm): 1355
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 32.2
Overall Height (in): 67.1
Overall Height (mm): 1705
Overall Length (in): 142.7
Overall Length (mm): 3625
Overall Width (in): 63
Overall Width (mm): 1600
Rear Track (in): 53.7
Rear Track (mm): 1365
Wheelbase (in): 88.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2250
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 42
Departure Angle: 46
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Single
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2425
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1420
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3131
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1030
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2271
Antenna
Type: Pillar
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Detachable Panel
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Ashtray
Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Number of Door Switches: 2
Vanity Mirror
Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Type: Partial
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear
Glove Compartment
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Ventilation System
Number of Fan Speeds: 3
Recirculation Setting: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
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