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2019 Suzuki Jimny Technology & Safety Review

Modern touches inside the boxy off-roader.

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2019 Suzuki Jimny Technology & Safety

With its predecessor staying in the beat for two decades, you would probably expect the 2019 Suzuki Jimny to have improved a lot. And it does – not only in style, performance, practicality, and, uh, space, but also in terms of the features that come with the car.

Here’s a closer look at the technology and safety features of the all-new Jimny in its range-topping GLX trim.

Related: 2019 Suzuki Jimny Interior & Cargo Space Review
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suzuki jimny philippines
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What’s included: digital trip meter, speed-sensing door locks, automatic LED headlights with manual leveler, cruise control, automatic air-conditioning with pollen filter, rear camera with sensors, auto up/down window (driver), and 9-inch multimedia infotainment that has a clinometer, offline navigation, and four speakers.

The 2019 Suzuki Jimny has improved a lot from its predecessor in terms of the techie features it can offer. The list above is available in the top-level GLX trim, with the lower GL variant gets devoid of rear parking camera, cruise control, auto LED headlights, auto climate control, clinometer, and two-fewer speakers.

The clinometer displays an illustration of the Jimny and it displays information in real time, which is very useful when you’re off-roading. The rear parking camera display is wide and clear, too. The other features behave like clockwork, except for a few complaints.

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What you won’t like: Lack of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, some glitches on the infotainment system, and the sound from the four speakers needs a lot of improvement.

Smartphone integration is slowly becoming a selling point in modern cars and the epitome of seamless connectivity are Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Sadly, the Jimny isn’t integrated with both, although, you could connect your phone via Bluetooth or in the case of Apple users, through the USB/iPod connection.

There were some glitches as well. There were moments when the screen just locked out and turned itself off with the music continuously running in the background. I had to pull over and switch off the engine in order to resolve the situation. Plus, the sound from the four speakers is a bit disappointing, so you might want to consider upgrading those if you’re going to buy this car.

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suzuki jimny philippines
suzuki jimny philippines

What’s included: dual front airbags, seatbelt reminders for the driver and passenger, 3-point seatbelts for every occupant, two ISOFIX tethers, side impact door beams, hill hold control, hill descent control, ABS with brake assist function, stability control, and reverse proximity sensors.

The all-new Suzuki Jimny got a dismal score at the Euro NCAP, but that doesn’t mean that it is an unsafe vehicle. In fact, with the safety features that come with the car, you won’t feel precarious during the actual drive. Trust me – I took the Jimny media tester on a 6-hour drive to Baler and it was quite a safe journey.

Specifications

Engine

1.5 L

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Performance

100 hp @ 6,000 rpm

Transmission

Automatic

Summary

Name Suzuki Jimny GLX AT (Two-Tone)
Body Type SUV
Price ₱1,330,000
Transmission Category Automatic

Engine

Performance

Economy & Environment

Dimensions

Safety & Security

Features

Technology

Colors

Kinetic Yellow Jimny Two Tone Kinetic Yellow
Chiffon Ivory Metallic Jimny Two Tone Chiffon Ivory Metallic
Jungle Green Jimny Jungle Green
Medium Gray Jimny Medium Gray
Superior White Jimny Superior White
Silky Silver Metallic Jimny Silky Silver Metallic
Suzuki Jimny Rhino Edition- Solid Jungle Green Solid Jungle Green
Suzuki Jimny Rhino Edition- Solid Medium Gray Solid Medium Gray
Suzuki Jimny Rhino Edition- White White

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