Suzuki’s new Jimny Sierra will be released on April 11, 2024, with some spec changes.

Suzuki will make some improvements to the Jimny Sierra, which will be announced on February 19, 2024, and released on April 11, 2024. At the same time, some specifications of the Jimny will also be changed.

Suzuki’s new Jimny Sierra partial improvement 2024 model

The 2024 Jimny Sierra has undergone some specification changes to comply with regulations , including the addition of rear parking sensors. Four ultrasonic sensors built into the rear bumper measure the distance to obstacles behind the vehicle and notify the driver with a four-level buzzer sound and meter display. Due to specification changes and rising raw material prices, the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and manufacturer option prices have been revised.

Suzuki’s new Jimny Sierra, partially improved 2024 model, price and grade

Suzuki’s new Jimny Sierra, partially improved 2024 model, specs

New Jimny Sierra exterior

New Jimny Sierra interior

The instrument panel has been given a modern makeover, with the car navigation system at the center, and numerous other changes have been made, including a fully automatic air conditioner, a cubic meter cluster, and a large multi-information display. The seats can also be arranged to be fully flat, something that wasn’t possible in the previous model.

With the rear seats extended, the luggage space has a large capacity of 363 liters, and can accommodate two 9.5-inch golf bags placed horizontally. It also comes equipped with a luggage accessory socket, luggage box, and tool box.

About the new 4th generation Jimny

The exterior has a more angular body design, returning to its roots rather than keeping the concept, and employs round headlights similar to the new Hustler. The body color lineup includes two-tone black. This is an off-road model, and like the previous model, it employs a ladder frame that emphasizes strength and durability, a three-link rigid suspension, and part-time 4WD with an auxiliary transmission (low range). It also employs the preventive safety equipment “Dual Sensor Brake Support,” marking the first time safety technology has been adopted for a Jimny. It is equipped with Drive Action 4×4, which allows for comfortable switching from 2WD to 4WD (4H, 4WD high speed) while driving with the touch of a switch.

Although the design is similar to the new Hustler, the Jimny has consistently used a ladder frame since the first model, and the Jimny is the only older model kei car in the world that still uses a ladder frame (excluding light trucks). The frame uses a ladder frame and a front-engine, front-wheel drive layout with a longitudinal engine. It is also often heard both overseas and in Japan as being a smaller version of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

Newly developed ladder frame

It uses a ladder frame structure that symbolizes a full-fledged 4WD. The newly developed ladder frame employs an X-member and cross members at the front and rear, which has succeeded in increasing torsional rigidity by approximately 1.5 times compared to the previous model. The body mount rubber has been enlarged to reduce vibration transmitted from the frame to the vehicle body.

Part-time 4WD

Part-time 4WD with a sub-transmission (low range) has been used from the first generation to the new model, allowing you to freely switch between 2WD and 4WD depending on the road conditions.

3-link reject axle suspension

The “3-link reject axle suspension” that directly connects the left and right wheels ensures excellent maneuverability on uneven roads and large ground clearance. The minimum ground clearance of 205mm is sufficient, making it difficult for the bumper or underbody to come into contact with obstacles at the “approach angle,” “ramp breakover angle,” and “departure angle.” Door mirrors with side under mirrors, heated door mirrors.

safety equipment

Equipped with dual sensor brake support, it utilizes the strengths of a monocular camera and laser radar to avoid danger with various functions including automatic braking. The body uses a lightweight impact-absorbing TECT body. It also features a pretensioner mechanism, force limiter mechanism (seatbelt), SRS airbags, 4-wheel ABS (anti-lock brake system), and latch start system (MT vehicles only).

Dual sensor brake support

Taking advantage of the strengths of the monocular camera and laser radar adopted in the new ” Swift ” and new ” Wagon R “, it not only detects pedestrians but also uses automatic braking to avoid and mitigate collisions. The new Jimny falls under the Support Car S <Wide> category.

1. Forward Collision Warning Function: When driving at speeds between approximately 5km/h and 100km/h, the stereo camera detects vehicles and pedestrians ahead. If it determines there is a possibility of a collision, it will sound an alarm and display a warning message in the meter.

2. Forward Collision Warning and Brake Function When the possibility of a collision increases, this function not only issues a warning but also automatically applies light brakes to encourage the driver to avoid the collision.

3. Forward Collision Damage Mitigation Brake Assist Function If the driver applies the brakes hard after determining that there is a high possibility of a collision, the brake assist function will be activated to increase braking force.

4. Automatic braking function If it is determined that a collision is unavoidable, the automatic braking function will apply strong brakes to avoid the collision or reduce the damage caused by the collision.

False Start Prevention Function:　 Helps avoid collisions caused by pedal or shift operation errors. The stereo camera detects obstacles within approximately 4m ahead. If the driver steps on the accelerator pedal heavily despite the presence of an obstacle while stopped or traveling slowly at approximately 10km/h or less, the function automatically reduces engine output to prevent sudden starts and sudden acceleration.

Lane Departure Warning Function:　 If the vehicle is about to deviate from its lane, a buzzer sounds and an indicator light in the meter warns the

driver. When driving at speeds between approximately 60km/h and 100km/h, the stereo camera recognizes the lane markings on both sides. If it determines that the vehicle is about to depart from its lane, a buzzer sounds and an indicator light in the meter alerts the driver.

Sway warning function:　 If the vehicle sway, a buzzer sounds and an indicator light in the meter will sound to warn the driver. If the stereo camera determines that the vehicle is swaying based on the swaying pattern within the lane while driving at speeds between approximately 60km/h and 100km/h, a buzzer will sound and an indicator light in the meter will light up to alert the driver.

Leading vehicle departure notification function:　 Notifies the driver when the leading vehicle starts moving with a buzzer sound and a display in the meter

. When the vehicle is stopped, if the leading vehicle starts moving and moves away from the vehicle more than 4m away, but the vehicle remains stopped, a buzzer sound will sound and a display in the meter will notify the driver that the leading vehicle has started moving.

Reverse Brake Support: First used in a light vehicle.　 Four ultrasonic sensors built into the rear bumper activate the automatic brakes when they detect an obstacle behind the vehicle.

Omnidirectional Monitor Camera Package (manufacturer option for vehicles equipped with the Safety Package and Omnidirectional Monitor Camera Package)　 Cameras are installed in four locations on the front, rear, left and right of the vehicle. When a compatible navigation system (dealer-installed accessory) is installed, it becomes an “Omnidirectional Monitor” that displays bird’s-eye views of the vehicle on the monitor, as if seen from directly above. Areas that are difficult to see from the driver’s seat can be checked on the screen, which is useful for parking in tight spaces.

Spec comparison between the new Jimny and the new Jimny Sierra

Suzuki news release

https://www.suzuki.co.jp/release/a/2021/0916/index.html