This modification makes the Suzuki Jimny better in every way

The Suzuki Jimny is a one-trick pony, to put it bluntly. It's an excellent off-road machine, but as we have reported in many of our reviews, it's not the best vehicle to live with or drive on a freeway. So what can you do to improve this?
A company in JHB has introduced a fairly easy modification for this 5-door Jimny (it will also work on the 3-door) that gives it more power while maintaining its bulletproof reliability. The owner then went about improving the suspension and upgrading a few choice parts so it looks slick and is also ready to head into the unknown.
Let us know what you think of this Jimny mod and if you think it's a worthwhile upgrade or not.
0:00 - Intro
1:03 - Meet the owner
1:11 - Buying the 5-door
1:40 - Upgrades
4:12 - Off-road
4:45 - The turbo conversion
6:00 - Power and Torque
6:20 - Tuning
6:50 - Lead time for conversion
7:14 - Warranty and Service Plan
7:40 - Conclusion
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[@keloduma]

That Turbo Kit looks so OEM

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Done really neat indeed!

[@smokierskink972]

Outstanding work SG Performance

[@user-dv5qy4jw5o]

Super impressed with SG Performance!! Remind me of Twisted in the UK.

[@dannyvermeulen8570]

I drove behind this car today on my way to Greenstone Leroy Merlin. It looks really impressive. Well done.

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thanks for the compliment!

[@Mzwandile_Makhowane]

Incredible work. Now makes me want to have it again, like when it first came in with the second 3 door offering. 5 doors on a Jimny now will make even better sense.

[@JIMNYSTYLE]

Awesome stuff! It's great to see our tail lights in action all around the world!

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

The best looking tail light upgrade out there!

[@jacquescoetsee7438]

Wow just phoned them now. R85k awesome upgrade

[@jacquescoetsee7438]

New brakes and turbo that is

[@buhlefadana3376]

Thanks for this

[@ricglass5782]

@@jacquescoetsee7438 How much is Turbo fitted?

[@francois7355]

All the other extras your pushing now R600 000 might just as well buy a second hand bakkie for R500 000 and save.

[@sharoncosgrove5392]

Just bought my first Jimny..3dr 2024 in NZ....would love the turbo option!

[@vincentmothapa2421]

Imagine this on a Baleno, instantly turning it into a hothatch 🔥

[@TheFiReel]

That’s amazing! Just what the Jimmy needs, the final piece to make it the coolest car ever :) I am frantically saving by up for one in the next few years, it’s my dream car. The availability of a turbo kit makes that dream even more appealing! Thank you for sharing

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

You won’t regret it! Like you said, making a cool car even cooler!😎🤙🏻

[@thekisokevin]

I really can't wait until someone makes the 6x6 G63 version on Jimny

[@ryancheng473]

too bad we can't have the Jimny in UK anymore :(

[@patshes1951]

Looks very cool and functional.

[@thestoicself]

And here's me sitting in an European country knowing I will never own a 5 door Jimny because they are not selling them here :((((

[@InfoHubZA]

I've seen the white 3 door Jimny with the G63 kit. It was dope. I'd love to see the same in 5 door.

[@NishadAras]

I’ve seen a reel of one, maybe you can google it.

[@jeffreybruwer]

Sincerely hope nobody does the performance upgrade without addressing suspension, wheels, tyres and brakes... That kind of power in such an unstable vehicle from stock is not safe.

[@kevinnev]

Agreed, was thinking the same thing, also that Suzuki engine is common on the Suzuki range and some Toyotas too, so more people myt get tempted to do it on the likes of the Baleno.

[@rodent]

why do you think is unstable? look for moose test videos

[@seanfenwick]

Suzuki should have had the 2.4 engine or this as a standard as the Normal 1.5 is just not enough… this makes great sense.

[@ashleydaniels1132]

or the 1.5T Vitara engine. would have made more sense.

[@olwethubavuma9125]

​@@ashleydaniels1132aren't they using the same engine in Baleno,Fronx, Vitara, Ciazi and Jimny

[@MrCharlie1710]

@@ashleydaniels1132 I think that it is a 1.4 mile turbo. If I am right 104 kw and 220 nm. So agree that this would have made total sense plus could come with full warranty etc

[@ashleydaniels1132]

@@MrCharlie1710 just double checked, 1462cc, technically a "1.5"... lol. but yeah, not sure why i thought T. DUH DUMB ME. SORRY., the hybrid has more though, that one uses the 1.4 turbo.

[@jeremyjames1972]

It's a pity there's no information available regarding the cost for the turbo conversation. Even if you google SG performance there are no details. Maybe they should start promoting it and explain what the kit included and the cost of the install.

[@tungstencarbide7255]

Perhaps it's on purpose that there's little to no info. They could be waiting to have a 3rd party warrantee in place before going aggressive with advertising.

[@erwinkruger-haye2698]

Read the comments…someone says R85k is what they told him when he called them… the problem with quoting prices on a website is often the exchange rate and shipping prices…they change so often….and they have to get updated and people expect a price they screenshotted 6 moths ago….frustrates me too, but an old school phone call usually gets a price…..

[@jeremyjames1972]

Fair enough! But i just wanted a ballpark....seems a lot but taking into account the price of a new car, its not bad. Thanks man.​@erwinkruger-haye2698

[@v1510nman]

wow this is nice love how the BOT is done too

[@arthurasia9300]

Awesome build! 😎💪

[@g4tlan]

So SG performance can make a baleno faster😮

[@LeonHlabathi]

👀👀

[@Commenter-3000]

Lekker rig and it will kill off-road. The suspension and turbo is surely to address the issues I think this vehicle has. But man! A new Jimny and 100K in extras puts you real close to, if not next to some 4x4 bakkies which offer more space inside, more utility, and probably still a better on-road driving experience. Each to their own. Still a nice a build.

[@MrFact01]

Now I think I want one

[@r-luto]

Awesome work guy's keep it up

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thank you!

[@TheLazyWanderer]

Just Amazing ❤

[@gilbertlangat1036]

This car looks amazing

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thank you for your compliment!

[@danielngada8225]

He knows his story 😮🎉🎉

[@mangomanthe1st981]

It really looks amazing

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thanks so much!

[@TurnMaster]

Nice looking rig

[@moonchildunsainted]

nice. its like if mini cooper had perfected an overlanding vehicle

[@francoisrossouw1656]

Nice looking Jimny Love it.

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thank you!

[@pouldoz7956]

Nice to see a ute version of this

[@clintvanzyl8497]

Very cool 👍

[@aquilaphotofilm]

Very cool build, I love the turbo idea for it. I just can't justify the price for such a small 4x4, there are so many other options out there for that price second hand.. I get it though, it's a cool car and I would have one. Though, nimble, reliable and really capable off road.

[@jonbarlow3542]

Nice suzi, to my eye, it looks like your "roo/bull" bar has slipped down, oh well, each to their own, great car, thanks.

[@BorisEkner]

Key words; Modifying it making it yours.

[@andrefortuin4554]

Tail lights looks like it belongs to a G-Wagon

[@Crow6465]

There is actually a kit that makes it look like a mini G wagon

[@pover5825]

Suzuki needs to put the 1.4 boosterjet in this. Heck even the 1l boosterjet would do...

[@pierre7981]

fantastic

[@francisdeary4572]

Impressive turbo kit especially considering that the engine internals are unchanged.

[@abbytau4661]

I love it 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Yaar_Punjabi_Of_Uk]

Great SIR 🎉🎉🎉

[@barry2521]

thank you for the great video, could you pls share with me your Jimny"s total height after your modification including the total hight from ground with your roof platform. thanx

[@BorisEkner]

I’m not a fan of the 5-door but this one looks good, and I find 8:29 the turbo an interesting idea.

[@thangvu-il3bl]

excellent

[@TedBarrera]

Hoping this comes to Australia!

[@robertsu8088]

If it does I'm definitely buying a jimny 5 door

[@ajaysarvapalli]

Great video, but when you can easily fit a throttle controller how much difference does it turbo make you feel while. Acceleration or overtaking?

[@lindokuhlemdlalose9723]

I'd buy this 💪🔥💣

[@tlotlangmoncho9826]

It’s really outstanding what they have achieved, i would now buy a Jimny just for that turbo conversion

[@EricBartolo]

how much does that turbo kit cost? Most beautiful Jimny build I've seen so far, well done!

[@N_P85]

Very cool, what does the entire conversion cost supply and fit?

[@ricglass5782]

Now 250nm torque, how did that affect towing capacity (along with upgraded suspension)? and tow ball specification? Normal Jimny tows 1300 kg with brakes (my model) what will this modified Jimny Tow, because I can get a good trailer around 1500 kg to 1700 kg and long Jimny also heavier./

[@PorraBUhrZA]

Will this turbo kit fit the Suzuki Fronx?

[@Kristof_InsertRandomText]

Why did you guys not include the owner's Instagram page or other socials in the description? That's not very nice hey...

[@bobmkhwanazi6649]

That's what it always needed, more power! But I'm concerned about strength of components due to the additional strain. Do suzukis come with strong enough con rods, gearboxes to handle the extra power? I do hope so, I hope they have already been doing in in japan without any issues

[@jacoschlebusch9053]

What's the cost of this conversion

[@tungstencarbide7255]

Life hack: buy a Grand Vitara (a handsome car in most aspects), give Jamie a call to turbocharge it, and go off to live your best life. It'd be interesting to know how the turbo conversion affects fuel economy.

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

The fuel consumption depends on your drive style. At the moment I get 9.9km/L. If you drive like Jamie, it will be less!🤣

[@subratamandal5202]

How much mileage r u getting after modification?

[@Libra67jtc]

Great info....Jimny already has cult status. Awesome vehicle.

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

If you don’t own one, you won’t understand! Definitely a cult!😁

[@offroadingtrails]

Possible you can share details for trubo kit

[@saneletembe5387]

Hey. Since suzuki uses the same engine and all. Is it possible to upgrade the ertiga as well. Just for fun

[@michaelflinn7784]

How does this affect the manual gearbox? Is the Jimny still trackable or does it feel like you need more gears?

[@richardfincham7744]

It would be great to know the cost of the build

[@chandan4156]

Where can i find that front grille like what you have?

[@branduncensored3896]

No info on what happens to the catalytic convertor, and no info on fuel consumption either? Long term reliability?

[@kvijay73]

Super❤

[@gerhardstrydom5249]

Looks awesome!! How does the everything around the engine handle the around 75% power upgrade ?

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Engine handles it beautifully! Before the conversion you had the engine screaming in high RPM for in a lower gear for extra power, now the RPM is lower with more power without gearing down.

[@ltkwok]

Wish it was for sale in the US

[@psyberiusblack]

Do these mods make this available for sale in North America?

[@jeanhattingh7611]

Where did you get the spare wheel cover?

[@Mothercityguy]

beauty

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thank you!

[@brucemcdonald8529]

A tad expensive for what's on offer in basic form for the auto (best for off road) and then you cough more for additions and upgrades to make it a reasonable drive. Good innovation with the turbo, hopefully owners/buyers take the bait. Has the fuel consumption improved with the turbo?

[@labourlawact7826]

Turbos don't improve fuel consumption. On the contrary, it'll probably use more fuel.

[@Micro7797]

What is the price of that turbo kit? And do you ship to Chile?

[@ZaidRS5]

Price?

[@MrCharlie1710]

The turbo only option is in the region of 75/85k if I am correct. Brilliant upgrade

[@ZaidRS5]

@@MrCharlie1710 including the tune?

[@netsiteing]

Turbo upgrade coming to Australia?

[@ozyrob1]

Are you happy with the Indian build quality? I hope it's similarly good to the made in Japan 3 door models. Nicely modified car. Everything helps to improve it's off road ability. That Turbo kit massively improves the power and torque output.

[@clooperman3745]

The build quality of the Japan built Jimnys is not that good, l have never seen a modern vehicle rust so quickly and extensively but that could be due to the English weather, but also the paint finish is very poor especially on the underside and in the engine bay.

[@ozyrob1]

@@clooperman3745 No such problem here in Australia. I'm guessing it's the salt on your roads.

[@roycd6950]

How can I upgrade a Jimny like that when Im in the Philippines? Can you ship those upgrades here? :)

[@dimitristsagdis7340]

I drove the 3 door and on the highway (mostly empty) and above 90km/h it was very wobbly from side-to-side, I felt it could do with a rear sway-bar. Has that been your experience, is the 5 door standard any better, any after market sway-bar that can ve disconected when off-road?

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

The standard suspension on the 3-door is super soft and why most people upgrade on this. The 5-door standard suspension is definitely better and it drives better due to the longer wheel base.

[@udayshome1793]

Nice, but what's with so many lights? driver has compromised night vision or what?

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Have you ever drove through in Africa at night? 😉

[@MondliMakhoba-md3sq]

SOUTH AFRICANS ARE SO CREATIVE WOW

[@klasssavage6581]

Did he say it's a 6 months warranty?

[@francoisreyneke8577]

What happen to the fuel consumption , just interested if there is any change. i get about 10.7km/L stock

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Hi Francois, my fuel consumption is 9.9km/L.

[@ishaqthkr]

The Jimny that should have come out of the factory like.

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

I visited Japan earlier this year and understand where the Jimny comes from now. They don’t drive faster than 100km/h on their freeways. A turbo option/model will do really well if it was available.

[@ishaqthkr]

@@RoamingHorizons-ZA 100 is more than enough infact anything over that is dangerous for that car, i just wish it reached 100 in 10-13 seconds instead of 2 days people would buy them more.

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

@@ishaqthkr 100km/h is enough and I prefer cruising between 110-120km/h myself. The Turbo is great for kicking in when you need to overtake or need that extra power.

[@michaelsin4176]

perfect for casela

[@omCARvlog]

Is it manufactured in japan ??

[@andreolivier9208]

What is the cost of this turbo conversion? Please give prices in your reviews!

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

The cost on the 5-door is R79K and on the 3-door R85K installed with other upgrades.

[@watdefok]

Hoekom is jou kar so klein? Want hy Jimny.

[@evandrogroeneveldt7953]

😂😂

[@brandonsimpson4776]

Anyone else feel like they were watching the news? 🎶😂 1:46

[@leratomotsumi7090]

That ENCA jingle

[@buhlefadana3376]

Wish they shared costs for all the upgrades

[@michaelflinn7784]

R85 000

[@jacquesw3086]

Surely it's impossible to increase rhe power that much and get to 300 000km with the same kind of reliability.

[@khayampeta6876]

Depends on the engine.

[@ntobekohandelfaya8745]

Price

[@michaelflinn7784]

R85 000

[@NI_natureimpressions]

They dont seem to be interested in selling that turbo kit to international buyers

[@mrporsche4236]

Drive the turbo then drive a supercharged one. You will rip the turbo off the engine that day and swap it for a supercharger

[@user-wm3dk6ru3c]

In my county Singapore modified you get fine $$$ 😢

[@amintaginting6698]

really ?? so what modification is allowed by gov ? what is not?

[@MufunwaApple]

Who is this guy?

[@Yaar_Punjabi_Of_Uk]

Sir any spacer use in wheels

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

I have 30mm spacers on the wheels yes.

[@Yaar_Punjabi_Of_Uk]

@@RoamingHorizons-ZA thx SIR

[@Yaar_Punjabi_Of_Uk]

@@RoamingHorizons-ZA sir I am using 235/75/15 at yokohama in 5 door jimny in india without any problem what size spacer should I use which one will be best

[@dalewestman3405]

that front light bar is going to get you pulled over by the cops, where I live .....

[@mvubu6823]

you must live where there are rules. Here, you only get pulled over if you have a wrench for a steering wheel.

[@rivoningo]

@@mvubu6823 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dalewestman3405]

@@mvubu6823 yes I stay in George in the western cape, you will get pulled over at least once a week driving around here more cops and roadblocks on the N2 than I have experienced anywhere.

[@mvubu6823]

@@dalewestman3405 That is actually true. We run vehicles on the garden route and cops are very effective. Very professional unlike most places to the North.

[@Kavi4GP]

Hella has Road Legal Bar now with ECE Approval, SA uses the same standards for auxiliary lamps. They need the update the regulations itself, which they dragging.

[@ReformedVicar]

Made for shorter people. Well at least the 3 door was let's hope this has enough space

[@PooOnF1re]

Awesome. Still kak on the long road though. Driving this car in strong wind sucks, and fully loaded it sucks.

[@moremusi3629]

And the fuel consumption 🤔

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Consumption is 9.9km/L on my Jimny with bigger tyres.

[@ThusoMokhele]

130👀