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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[@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.

[@smokierskink972]

Outstanding work SG Performance

[@user-dv5qy4jw5o]

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

[@jacquescoetsee7438]

Wow just phoned them now. R85k awesome upgrade

[@jacquescoetsee7438]

New brakes and turbo that is

[@buhlefadana3376]

Thanks for this

[@keloduma]

That Turbo Kit looks so OEM

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Done really neat indeed!

[@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!

[@thekisokevin]

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

[@gilbertlangat1036]

This car looks amazing

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thank you for your compliment!

[@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.

[@andrefortuin4554]

Tail lights looks like it belongs to a G-Wagon

[@moonchildunsainted]

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

[@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!😎🤙🏻

[@vincentmothapa2421]

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

[@tlotlangmoncho9826]

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

[@g4tlan]

So SG performance can make a baleno faster😮

[@LeonHlabathi]

👀👀

[@patshes1951]

Looks very cool and functional.

[@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.

[@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!😁

[@danielngada8225]

He knows his story 😮🎉🎉

[@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

[@MrFact01]

Now I think I want one

[@pouldoz7956]

Nice to see a ute version of this

[@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

[@arthurasia9300]

Awesome build! 😎💪

[@clintvanzyl8497]

Very cool 👍

[@r-luto]

Awesome work guy's keep it up

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thank you!

[@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.

[@pierre7981]

fantastic

[@TedBarrera]

Hoping this comes to Australia!

[@robertsu8088]

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

[@N_P85]

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

[@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?

[@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

[@abbytau4661]

I love it 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jacoschlebusch9053]

What's the cost of this conversion

[@francisdeary4572]

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

[@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.

[@buhlefadana3376]

Wish they shared costs for all the upgrades

[@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.

[@richardfincham7744]

It would be great to know the cost of the build

[@lindokuhlemdlalose9723]

I'd buy this 💪🔥💣

[@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?

[@saneletembe5387]

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

[@subratamandal5202]

How much mileage r u getting after modification?

[@PooOnF1re]

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

[@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.

[@chandan4156]

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

[@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.

[@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? 😉

[@ntobekohandelfaya8745]

Price

[@Mothercityguy]

beauty

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

Thank you!

[@watdefok]

Hoekom is jou kar so klein? Want hy Jimny.

[@evandrogroeneveldt7953]

😂😂

[@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...

[@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.

[@brandonsimpson4776]

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

[@leratomotsumi7090]

That ENCA jingle

[@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!🤣

[@MondliMakhoba-md3sq]

SOUTH AFRICANS ARE SO CREATIVE WOW

[@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.

[@ThusoMokhele]

130👀

[@MufunwaApple]

Who is this guy?

[@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.

[@moremusi3629]

And the fuel consumption 🤔

[@RoamingHorizons-ZA]

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

[@laloolhouvum1634]

A full metal bumper (winch and spotties compatible) would be better instead of an iron bar. With today's technology there are bull bars which are strong and light at the same time.

[@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

[@Showmetheevidence-]

Don't get me wrong... Some pretty cool little SUVs - but when you add in the costs of the mods you end up at the price of a bigger and better SUV.

[@bas4903]

A 2.4 litre engine with a turbo is needed. It's vastly underpowered

[@sebaseba1982]

😢Why is not import in EU....ohhh so prettyToy for adult🤩😍

[@BywhoevergivesaF]

First

[@patshes1951]

Now say something intelligent.

[@BywhoevergivesaF]

Something intelligent

[@smokierskink972]

Outstanding work SG Performance

[@latigragaming4774]

​@@BywhoevergivesaF😂😂😂

[@TrIpMo1981]

Just get a Jeep or a Ford Bronco, saved you a lot of cost on these upgrades he done here.

[@antone5462]

You have no idea on the cost of Jeeps in South Africa, and we cannot get the Bronco here. Would be extremely expwnsuve if it was abailable.

[@hhmediaza]

Turbo on std internals, should get million on clocks😂

[@johanslabbert2869]

Why not just get a Jeep Wrangler for the same money 😂

[@Kavi4GP]

Less reliable, big and American quality.

[@bikesbabes4721]

Because its a Jeep

[@Ilikepie18855]

Less safe and you can buy 4x jimmy

[@janrobinson6046]

Because I want to get back home without breaking down

[@labourlawact7826]

​@@Kavi4GPRubbish American quality. Jeeps are notoriously poor quality...