- The Suzuki Jimny 55th Anniversary edition is limited to 55 units for France.
- It features retro decals, red mud flaps, and a commemorative travel journal.
- Powered by a 1.5-liter engine, the Jimny offers 101 hp and an off-road focus.
The Suzuki Jimny, the tiny off-roader that could, is slowly fading from Europe’s roads, succumbing to the pressures of strict emission regulations and the lack of electrification. For most of its life on the continent, it’s been relegated to a two-seater LCV (Light Commercial Vehicle) in an attempt to sidestep these ever-tightening rules.
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But before this plucky little 4×4 bows out, Suzuki has unveiled a special edition in France, marking the 55th anniversary of the original Jimny’s debut.
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The Jimny 55th Anniversary is designed for collectors and will only be available in just 55 units. Visually, it is distinguished by a custom grille with Suzuki lettering, retro side decals, red mud flaps, and a soft spare wheel cover with the Rhino emblem. The off-roader rides on black steelies and is available in four exterior shades – White, Jungle Green, Bluish Black, and Medium Gray.
The interior has rubber floor mats on the passenger compartment and the trunk, alongside a commemorative plaque on the center console. Furthermore, Suzuki France threw in a special key ring and a travel journal with an embossed leather cover where owners can record their best memories with the vehicle.
This limited-run edition is based on the Privilège trim, which comes with all the creature comforts you’d expect, like A/C, heated seats, Bluetooth connectivity, lane departure warning, auto high beams, and traffic sign recognition. It doesn’t, however, get the 9-inch infotainment screen and LED lighting found in higher-end models. But, hey, maybe that’s a blessing for those who’d rather be navigating actual trails than fiddling with tech.
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Under the hood, you’ll find the same naturally aspirated 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that powers the standard Jimny, delivering 101 horsepower (75 kW / 102 PS) and 130 Nm (96 lb-ft) of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via a five-speed manual transmission and Suzuki’s AllGrip Pro 4WD system, complete with a transfer box and short gear range.
While it won’t break any speed records, its 1,090 kg (2,403 lbs) unladen weight, combined with its compact size and excellent off-road angles, ensures it remains agile in the rough stuff.
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The Suzuki Jimny 55th Anniversary is limited to 55 units for the French market, priced at €28,955 ($33,200). The first deliveries will take place later this month.
The Jimny has seen similar releases in other markets, including the Mata edition in Italy, the Horizon edition in Germany, the Heritage edition in Australia, the Rhino edition in Malaysia, and the 4Style grade in Brazil.
What Will Happen To The Jimny?
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The Jimny has been kicking around since 2018, but Suzuki is keeping tight-lipped about when, where, or if it’ll get a replacement or a facelift. Meanwhile, the Indian-built five-door model has proven to be really popular in Japan, while a pickup version has also been rumored to be under consideration.
Initially, the tiny off-roader was expected to receive hybrid or mild-hybrid tech, which would allow it to be sold as a passenger vehicle in Europe again. Suzuki had officially confirmed that a fully electric version would arrive in the Old Continent in 2024 or 2025.
However, plans suddenly changed last year, when President Toshihiro Suzuki suggested that the Jimny wouldn’t receive any kind of electrification and would remain an ICE-only affair, , with alternative fuels possibly being on the horizon.
