So Many People Want A Four-Door Jimny That Suzuki Had To Close Order Books After Just Four Days
When the Suzuki Jimny was redesigned in 2018 to look like the adorably rugged offspring of a Jeep Wrangler and a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen, the internet went berserk for it. It managed to combine a cute and likeable face with enough off-road machismo to draw affection from all types of people – CarWow video presenter Matt Watson, who has driven hundreds of incredible cars, even bought one for himself.
The three-door Jimny is a tiny little truck that has compromised ergonomics, but adding two more doors makes it significantly more appealing to a wider audience, much like the Wrangler's trajectory once Jeep started selling four-door Wranglers. Suzuki Japan issued an apology and explanation on its website, roughly saying, 'The Jimny Nomad has been very well received by many customers and orders have been placed significantly more than the production capacity. Therefore we will suspend orders for the time being.' The sole plant that produces the four-door Jimny Nomade is Suzuki's Gurugram plant in India, and this plant produces all the Jimny Nomades that get exported to countries including Latin America, South Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and now Japan.
The Jimny Nomade comes standard with part-time four-wheel-drive with a low-speed transfer case, and it's powered by the same 1.5-liter I4 that produces 103 horsepower and 99 pound-feet of torque as the two-door. It's offered with your choice between either a five-speed manual transmission or, shockingly, a four-speed automatic, and its base price in Japan is 2,651,000 Japanese yen, which converts to about $17,200. The four-door Jimny Nomade costs about $4,500 more than the cheapest two-door Jimny Sierra in Japan.
Autocar India clocked a four-door Jimny's 0-to-62 mph time at a pretty friggin' slow 14.59 seconds. Don't worry about how slow it will be on U.S. roads, though, since there are no plans to bring it to the U.S. market. The Jimny Nomade is an adorable, capable, cheap, and now practical little truck that has proven to be very desirable. If Suzuki can increase production and federalize the Jimny Nomade, it would sell like proverbial hotcakes. Until then, I will be busy drooling over Mexican market Jimnys that I occasionally spot on LA roads.
For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Motor 1
3 hours ago
- Motor 1
‘I Loved Everything About It But Its Reputation:' Woman Buys Jeep Grand Wagoneer. Then It's Immediately in the Shop For 2 Weeks
A woman recently bought a Jeep Grand Wagoneer just for it to end up in the shop for two weeks shortly after buying it. I Loved Everything About it But its Reputation The original post shows Iris Elyssa (@iris_elyssa) celebrating and dancing when she finally gets her car back from the shop. The celebration is cut short after realizing she needs to reinstall her car seats in the heat while pregnant. 'If you've never reinstalled two car seats pregnant, don't,' she shares. One of the comments on the original post recommends returning the Jeep Grand Wagoneer to avoid future issues. 'Take it back and get you a non-Jeep. You will thank me later…' they wrote. Elyssa makes a TikTok response to the comment. She starts out by sharing that she may already regret buying the Jeep Grand Wagoneer based on a number of issues she has already had. 'I've had the car for 35 days and it's been in the shop for two weeks on two separate occasions,' she shares. The creator once again expresses her frustration with installing toddler car seats in the heat while pregnant. 'It's horrible. The A/C isn't working,' she shares. She says she took it to the shop, and the mechanics told her it was a problem with the water pump, which they fixed. The trouble doesn't end there, though. Elyssa also had issues with her car not starting up, and the battery needed to be replaced. Within two weeks of buying the car, she had to replace the water pump and get a new battery. 'I really hope that's it,' she concludes. Are Jeep Grand Wagoneers Reliable? The Jeep Wagoneer is a full-size SUV with a huge three-row interior, impressive towing muscle, and off-road capabilities, Kelley Blue Book (KBB) reports. The starting price for the Grand Wagoneer begins at $62,040. Repair Pal has rated the Jeep Grand Wagoneer a three out of five stars for reliability. Nothing to brag and rave about, but it is still higher than the average. According to Endurance Warranty , the Jeep Grand Wagoneer has had problems with the engine , heater , and A/C. Drivers have reported that the rapid coolant temperature fluctuates with the engine, leading to an overheating warning. One driver shared how the car completely shut down while driving on the highway. Another driver from Wagoneer Fans shared how the heater takes 45 minutes to heat up. Car enthusiasts have taken to forums, including Reddit , to debate whether the Wagoneer is a bad investment. 'There is a reason the Grand Wagoneers have depreciated so much,' one Reddit user shared. 'People buy on looks and never think about reliability,' a TikTok commenter said. 'Everyone tries to warn people and they buy them anyway,' another added. 'A grand Wagoneer over $100k girl that thing better works like no other car. And if it even blinks the wrong way, return it,' a third suggested. What Recalls Have Jeep Grand Wagoneers Had? The following recalls include issues with the rearview cameras, airbags, and seatbelts, according to Repair Pal . 2022-2024 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneers were recalled in 2023 because the backup camera may not display the video feed when the transmission is placed in reverse, Consumer Reports shares. The issue was caused by a software problem. Over 44,000 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer 2022-2023 models were recalled for airbag issues. The interior trim caused issues with the side curtain airbag's proper deployment. A compromised airbag affects driver and passenger safety and increases the chances of injury during a crash. In 2023, Jeep parent company Stellantis recalled more than 97,000 Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs from the 2022-2024 model, KBB reports. This recall involved the third row seating seatbelts. The recall specifies that the seatbelts 'may have been built with third-row seat belt buckles that are inaccessible or damaged.' Motor1 has contacted Iris Elyssa via TikTok direct message. This story will be updated if she responds. Now Trending 'Don't Feel Comfortable Allowing You:' Colorado Woman Tells Discount Tire She Can't Afford Tires. Their Reply Is Shocking Pittsburgh Man Is Tired of Getting Roasted for Buying a Ford Bronco Sport. Then He Does Something About It Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Volkswagen suffers $1.5 billion loss from Trump's tariffs
President Donald Trump's tariffs cost German auto giant Volkswagen about $1.5 billion over the first half of 2025, the company said on Friday. Sales in North America plunged 16% due primarily to U.S. tariffs, said Volkswagen, which owns a host of brands including Audi, Lamborghini and Porsche. The company warned of further 'challenges' that will arise from 'an environment of political uncertainty, expanding trade restrictions and geopolitical tensions,' among other factors. Volkswagen marks the latest in a string of major carmakers to announce billions in tariff-related losses. MORE: Trump admin live updates: White House maneuver keeps Habba as top NJ prosecutor General Motors on Tuesday said tariffs on cars and auto parts drove $1.1 billion in losses over three months ending in June. A day earlier, Jeep maker Stellantis said it expects to have suffered $2.7 billion in losses over the first half of 2025 due in part to U.S. tariffs. Electric-vehicle maker Tesla this week reported a roughly $3 billion drop in revenue over three months ending in June when compared to the same period a year earlier. In a statement on Wednesday, Tesla touted a "strong balance sheet" but acknowledged a "sustained uncertain macroeconomic environment resulting from shifting tariffs." Tariffs of 25% on vehicles imported into the United States went into effect on April 2. The auto tariffs, which apply to cars and auto parts, threaten to raise costs for carmakers that often oversee an intricate supply chain snaked between the U.S., Mexico, Canada and beyond. In a memo in March, the White House touted auto tariffs as a means of bolstering domestic car manufacturers and protecting an industry viewed as important to U.S. national security. The policy, the White House said, will "protect and strengthen the U.S. automotive sector." Volkswagen currently faces total US tariffs of 27.5%, the company said, combining the recent 25% auto tariff on top of preexisting 2.5% tariffs. The company said it expects a worst-case scenario of current tariff levels over the second half of 2025, while in a best-case scenario tariffs could be reduced to 10%. 'There is high uncertainty about further developments with regard to the tariffs, their impact and any reciprocal effects,' Volkswagen said. A trade agreement struck between the U.S. and Japan this week dropped auto tariffs from the universal level of 25% to 15%, putting foreign carmakers in other countries at a disadvantage. The U.S. and European Union are near a deal that would also bring tariffs on European goods down to 15%, the Financial Times reported this week. Trump has threatened to raise tariffs on the EU to 30% on Aug. 1, unless the two sides reach a trade agreement. MORE: What to know about Trump's Aug. 1 tariff deadline Despite rising tariff-related costs for automakers, price hikes for new cars have remained low. Car prices rose 0.6% in June compared to a year earlier, registering well below the overall inflation rate of 2.7%. In general, tariff-induced inflation has fallen short of economists' fears in part because companies stockpiled products before the tariffs took effect, allowing them to temporarily avert the higher cost of importing goods, analysts previously told ABC News. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
a day ago
Volkswagen suffers $1.5 billion loss from Trump's tariffs
President Donald Trump's tariffs cost German auto giant Volkswagen about $1.5 billion over the first half of 2025, the company said on Friday. Sales in North America plunged 16% due primarily to U.S. tariffs, said Volkswagen, which owns a host of brands including Audi, Lamborghini and Porsche. The company warned of further 'challenges' that will arise from 'an environment of political uncertainty, expanding trade restrictions and geopolitical tensions,' among other factors. Volkswagen marks the latest in a string of major carmakers to announce billions in tariff-related losses. General Motors on Tuesday said tariffs on cars and auto parts drove $1.1 billion in losses over three months ending in June. A day earlier, Jeep maker Stellantis said it expects to have suffered $2.7 billion in losses over the first half of 2025 due in part to U.S. tariffs. Electric-vehicle maker Tesla this week reported a roughly $3 billion drop in revenue over three months ending in June when compared to the same period a year earlier. In a statement on Wednesday, Tesla touted a "strong balance sheet" but acknowledged a "sustained uncertain macroeconomic environment resulting from shifting tariffs." Tariffs of 25% on vehicles imported into the United States went into effect on April 2. The auto tariffs, which apply to cars and auto parts, threaten to raise costs for carmakers that often oversee an intricate supply chain snaked between the U.S., Mexico, Canada and beyond. In a memo in March, the White House touted auto tariffs as a means of bolstering domestic car manufacturers and protecting an industry viewed as important to U.S. national security. The policy, the White House said, will "protect and strengthen the U.S. automotive sector." Volkswagen currently faces total US tariffs of 27.5%, the company said, combining the recent 25% auto tariff on top of preexisting 2.5% tariffs. The company said it expects a worst-case scenario of current tariff levels over the second half of 2025, while in a best-case scenario tariffs could be reduced to 10%. 'There is high uncertainty about further developments with regard to the tariffs, their impact and any reciprocal effects,' Volkswagen said. A trade agreement struck between the U.S. and Japan this week dropped auto tariffs from the universal level of 25% to 15%, putting foreign carmakers in other countries at a disadvantage. The U.S. and European Union are near a deal that would also bring tariffs on European goods down to 15%, the Financial Times reported this week. Trump has threatened to raise tariffs on the EU to 30% on Aug. 1, unless the two sides reach a trade agreement. Despite rising tariff-related costs for automakers, price hikes for new cars have remained low. Car prices rose 0.6% in June compared to a year earlier, registering well below the overall inflation rate of 2.7%. In general, tariff-induced inflation has fallen short of economists' fears in part because companies stockpiled products before the tariffs took effect, allowing them to temporarily avert the higher cost of importing goods, analysts previously told ABC News.
