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Featured ArticleJimny Gathering 2023: We name our favorite rides!The recent Jimny Gathering in Clarens allowed fans and owners of Suzuki's iconic off-roader to congregate and celebrate. We attended the event and picked the Jimnys that we enjoyed the look of.Automotive News28 Sep 2023| Sean Nurse
Suzuki claims a podium at Simola, driven by AutoTrader
Behind the wheel of the Suzuki Jimny, I pushed myself and the little SUV to a podium at the 2025 Simola Hillclimb. Feel the excitement of the climb and the pride of exceeding expectations. This is my story of a weekend as triumphant as it was sad.
Automotive News05 May 2025|Sean Nurse
Suzuki Jimny Gathering 2025 is coming!
After an overwhelming response, Suzuki has confirmed that Jimny Gathering will return in 2025, promising to be bigger and better than ever.
Automotive News03 Oct 2024|Chad Lückhoff
Suzuki Jimny 5-door pricing leaked!
The highly anticipated 5-door version of the Suzuki Jimny is set to launch in the first week of November 2023, but we have seen pricing before its official launch!
Automotive News02 Nov 2023|Sean Nurse
Inaugural Jimny Gathering a smash hit for Suzuki!
A project that was three years in the making came to fruition this past weekend as the AutoTrader team visited the picturesque town of Clarens for the first-ever Jimny Gathering, which was also the setting for an official Guinness World Record attempt!
Automotive News26 Sep 2023|Sean Nurse
Suzuki Jimny 5-door debuts at Festival of Motoring!
There's a bigger Suzuki Jimny coming to South Africa soon, and we had a brief encounter with it at the Festival of Motoring!
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Automotive News24 Aug 2023|Sean Nurse
Gathering of the Jimny's is a go!
The popular Suzuki Jimny has become a cult classic in SA and Suzuki has decided to celebrate this diminutive offroader with a weekend gathering in Clarens. Get all the info here
Automotive News05 Jul 2023|Lawrence Minnie
Suzuki Safari OxWagon Odyssey Adventure
We hopped on board a fresh new Jimny for an epic expedition adventure across the mountains and through the valleys of the Garden Route, not only putting the vehicle to the test but ourselves as well.
Automotive News13 Feb 2022|Lawrence Minnie
Can I trade in a car that's in someone else's name?
Life happens and you may find yourself with a vehicle that isn't in your name. Can you sell or trade-in this vehicle?
Automotive News10 Dec 2021|Lawrence Minnie
Everything you need to know about the Suzuki Jimny
The Suzuki Jimny is in its fourth generation and better than ever. If you are considering the tiny off-roader, here is everything you need to know about the Japanese model.
Automotive News06 Sep 2021|Ryno Fourie
Suzuki Jimny: 50* Not Out
Suzuki celebrates its centenary in 2020 and along with that, 50-years of the Suzuki Jimny. We drove each version to see how they've progressed.
Automotive News08 Dec 2020|Chad Lückhoff
What is covered under Suzuki Jimny manufacturer car warranty?
We check out the very comprehensive warranty offered by Suzuki on the excellent little Jimny
Automotive News22 Jun 2020|Lawrence Minnie
New vs old Suzuki Jimny: what are the top 5 differences?
With its diminutive size and Tonka Toy looks, it’s easy to dismiss the Suzuki Jimny as just another “urban off-roader”. But, while it’s perfectly at home in the urban jungle, its real home is out in the bush, scurrying over impenetrable terrain. These attributes helped the Jimny to attain cult status among 4x4 enthusiasts, with the latest model expanding its predecessors’ abilities even further. Let’s compare the previous-generation Jimny to the current one, to track the changes.
Automotive News09 Oct 2019|Martin Pretorius