Verdict
Just RM900 separates the Hyundai Tucson at RM159,800 from the Suzuki Jimny at RM158,900, but they suit very different Malaysian lives. The Tucson brings 178 hp and 264 Nm, five seats and a 582-litre boot, so it is the practical choice for carrying people and luggage. The Jimny counters with part-time four-wheel drive and low range, plus a far shorter 3,480 mm body for tight spaces. Its 100 hp, 85-litre boot and three doors demand real compromises.
Pick the Hyundai Tucson if you need five seats, a 582-litre boot and 178 hp for daily family use.
Pick the Suzuki Jimny if part-time four-wheel drive with low range matters more than rear access, luggage space and outright performance.
Key differences
- Output: Hyundai Tucson 178 hp and 264 Nm; Suzuki Jimny 100 hp and 130 Nm.
- Driveline: Hyundai Tucson front-wheel drive; Suzuki Jimny all-wheel drive with part-time four-wheel drive and low range.
- Boot space: Hyundai Tucson 582 litres; Suzuki Jimny 85 litres.
- Size: Hyundai Tucson 4,630 mm long with a 2,755 mm wheelbase; Suzuki Jimny 3,480 mm long with a 2,250 mm wheelbase.
- Transmission: Hyundai Tucson 7-speed wet dual-clutch automatic; Suzuki Jimny 4-speed conventional automatic.
- Warranty: Hyundai Tucson 8 years/160,000 km; Suzuki Jimny 5 years/unlimited mileage.
Tucson
- 178 hp and 264 Nm turbocharged 1.6-litre engine.
- Five seats, five doors and a 582-litre boot.
- 12.3-inch display, rear air vents and front/rear parking sensors.
- Front-wheel drive versus the Jimny's all-wheel drive with low range.
- Space-saver spare versus the Jimny's full-size 15-inch alloy spare.
- Heavier at 1,521 kg versus 1,435 kg.
Jimny
- Part-time four-wheel drive with low range.
- Compact 3,480 mm length and 1,435 kg kerb weight.
- Full-size 15-inch alloy spare and 6.8 L/100 km rated economy.
- 100 hp and 130 Nm trail the Tucson's 178 hp and 264 Nm.
- Three doors, four seats and an 85-litre boot limit family practicality.
- No reverse camera, parking sensors, blind-spot information system or rear air vents.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM159,800 | RM158,900✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120 | RM120 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC direct injection with turbocharger, variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,598 cc | 1,462 cc |
| Horsepower | 178 hp at 5,500 rpm✓ | 100 hp at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 264 Nm at 1,500 rpm✓ | 130 Nm at 4,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 75.6 mm × 89 mm | 74 mm × 85 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10 | 10 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission | 4AT |
| Gears | 7 | 4 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | Aisin |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | — | 6.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h✓ | 140 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 154 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,630 mm | 3,480 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,645 mm |
| Height | 1,665 mm | 1,720 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,250 mm |
| Weight | 1,521 kg | 1,435 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 54 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 3 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 582 litres✓ | 85 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 195/80R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Full-size 15" Alloy |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop Grandtrek AT20 All-terrain |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Solid Axle with Coil Springs |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloys | 15" Grey Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Recirculating Ball (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Part-time Four-wheel Drive with Low Range |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 3 stars — With 6 Airbags and Autonomous Emergency Braking |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 6 (Driver and Passenger) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three Point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2nd Row Seats | Available on Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For Front Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Hill Descent Control |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Bulb |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | — |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-fold | 50:50 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 1 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Curved Widescreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 9" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Two Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Manual Key |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 5 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Tucson & Jimny for sale
Tucson vs Jimny FAQ
Is the Hyundai Tucson or Suzuki Jimny better?
The Hyundai Tucson is better for most buyers because it has five seats, five doors, 582 litres of boot space and substantially more power. Choose the Suzuki Jimny only when its all-wheel drive and low-range transfer case are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Hyundai Tucson costs RM900 more than the Suzuki Jimny. That small gap separates two very different layouts: a five-seat C-segment SUV versus a four-seat, three-door B-segment SUV with low-range four-wheel drive.
Which one is easier to park in town?
The Suzuki Jimny is 1,150 mm shorter and 220 mm narrower than the Hyundai Tucson, at 3,480 mm long and 1,645 mm wide. Its compact dimensions make it the easier car to place in tight urban spaces.
