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Suzuki Jimny JB74

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Suzuki Jimny JB74 is available with one engine variant at 102 hp.

1.5L · Petrol· 102 PS
2018 2025

Modern 1.5-litre four-cylinder with Atkinson cycle and port injection; maintenance-friendly timing chain. Optimised for off-road use with heavy terrain, not designed for motorway cruising. No notable systemic weaknesses documented — in off-road conditions it is considered virtually indestructible.

  • !! Thermostat Failure from 80,000 km

    Isolated reports of faulty thermostats causing the engine to reach operating temperature slowly or not at all. The vehicle then consumes noticeably more fuel and the heater delivers less warmth.

    Symptoms: Coolant temperature gauge stays unusually low, reduced heater output, increased fuel consumption
    80–250 $
    Ad Suzuki Vitara K15B thermostat
  • ! Premature Starter Battery Wear from 60,000 km

    The start-stop system puts heavy demand on the battery. With predominantly short-trip use the battery frequently fails after 3–4 years. Replacement with an AGM battery to Suzuki specification is required.

    Symptoms: Start-stop permanently disabled, slow engine cranking, charging system warning light
    100–220 $
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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Recall: Fuel Pump Can Fail (97HA)

The plastic impeller in the fuel pump can swell due to insufficient material density, deform and block the pump. Engine shutdown from fuel starvation is possible. KBA ref. 013627.

Symptoms: Engine fails to start or stalls without warning; engine stuttering and power loss at low fuel levels
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✖Recall: Airbag Wiring Harness Door Area

Repeated opening and closing of the doors can damage wiring in the door wiring harness. In extreme cases, the side and curtain airbags may fail to deploy.

Symptoms: Airbag warning light illuminates; no directly noticeable symptoms before failure
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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 8 weaknesses have been documented for the Suzuki Jimny JB74 (2018–2025) — 2 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Rust, Suspension, Interior. Considered reliable: K15B (1.5L).

What to watch out for with the Suzuki Jimny? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Suzuki Jimny JB74 have? +
The Suzuki Jimny JB74 has 2 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Suzuki Jimny JB74? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: K15B (1.5L). The most reliable engine is the K15B (1.5L) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the K15B (1.5L).
Which Suzuki Jimny JB74 engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Suzuki Jimny JB74. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 2 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Suzuki Jimny JB74 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Suzuki Jimny JB74 — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} The new Jimny is boxy, loud, and laboured on the motorway — and in the rough simply unbeatable. Ladder frame, selectable four-wheel drive, short overhangs, and a proper low-range transfer case: this isn't SUV lifestyle, this is real off-road. On the motorway you suffer; in the wild you understand why it has waiting lists.
Is the Suzuki Jimny JB74 worth buying used? +
The Suzuki Jimny JB74 is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 1 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Suzuki Jimny JB74? +
The Suzuki Jimny JB74 is available with engine variants from 102 to 102 hp. Petrol: K15B (1.5L).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee