Isuzu mu-X vs Suzuki Jimny 5-Door
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Isuzu mu-X and the Suzuki Jimny 5-Door as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Isuzu Philippines Corporation and Suzuki Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Isuzu Philippines Corporation, via isuzuphil.com.
Isuzu mu-X
RZ4E 4x2 LS AT variant
- SRP
- ₱1,725,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱30,018
Photo: Suzuki Philippines, via auto.suzuki.com.ph.
Suzuki Jimny 5-Door
GLX AT variant
- SRP
- ₱1,698,000
- Est. monthly
- ₱29,549
How they differ
- The Suzuki Jimny 5-Door is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱1,698,000, which is ₱27,000 (2%) below the Isuzu mu-X at ₱1,725,000.
- On installment at our default terms, the Jimny 5-Door is estimated at ₱29,549 a month against ₱30,018 for the mu-X, a difference of ₱469 a month.
- The mu-X makes more power (150 PS against 102 PS for the Jimny 5-Door).
- The mu-X has more torque (350 Nm against 130 Nm for the Jimny 5-Door).
- The mu-X is the longer vehicle (4,850 mm against 3,820 mm for the Jimny 5-Door).
- The mu-X sits higher off the ground (230 mm against 210 mm for the Jimny 5-Door).
- The mu-X seats 7, the Jimny 5-Door seats 4.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Isuzu mu-XRZ4E 4x2 LS AT, ₱1,725,000 | Suzuki Jimny 5-DoorGLX AT, ₱1,698,000 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 1.9L RZ4E-TC Blue Power turbo diesel | K15B 1.5L 4-cylinder 16-valve |
| Displacement (differs) | n/a | 1462 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 150 PS | 102 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 3600 rpm | 6000 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 350 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 1,800-2,600 | 4,000 |
| Fuel system (differs) | n/a | Multipoint injection |
| Emission standard (differs) | n/a | Euro 4 |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain (differs) | 4x2 | Part-time 4WD (ALLGRIP PRO) with low-range transfer gear |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Width (differs) | 1870 mm | 1645 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1825 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 2855 mm | 2590 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 230 mm | 210 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | n/a | 1205 kg |
| Turning radius (differs) | n/a | 5.7 m |
| Capacity | ||
| Seats (differs) | 7 | 4 |
| Fuel tank (differs) | 80 L | 40 L |
| Cargo volume (differs) | n/a | 211 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | n/a | 3-link rigid axle with coil spring |
| Rear suspension (differs) | n/a | 3-link rigid axle with coil spring |
| Front brake (differs) | n/a | Ventilated disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | n/a | Drum |
| Tyres (differs) | 255/65 R17 | 195/80R15 |
| Wheels (differs) | 17-inch alloy | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | ABS with EBD | ABS |
| Airbags (differs) | n/a | 6 |
| Stability control (differs) | Electronic stability control, traction control, hill-start assist, hill-descent control | Electronic Stability Program (ESP) |
| ASEAN NCAP rating (differs) | 5-star ASEAN NCAP | n/a |
| Features | ||
| Infotainment (differs) | 10.1-inch touchscreen | 9-inch touchscreen display audio |
| Smartphone connectivity (differs) | n/a | Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Headlight (differs) | Bi-LED with daytime running lights | LED projector |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | 36 months or 100,000 km, whichever comes first | n/a |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.



