Honda ZR-V vs Suzuki Jimny

The Honda ZR-V starts from $34,300 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki Jimny opens at $33,150. That makes the Suzuki Jimny the more affordable entry point by $1,150.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. Estimated driveaway prices sit around $39,900 for the Honda ZR-V and $36,490 for the Suzuki Jimny.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

The Honda ZR-V features a 9-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.2-inch digital dash, while the Suzuki Jimny gets a 7-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Honda ZR-V stands out with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, wireless charging, power tailgate and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Suzuki Jimny. The Suzuki Jimny counters with Apple CarPlay. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Honda ZR-V gets cloth upholstery while the Suzuki Jimny offers fabric.

The Honda ZR-V uses a Petrol producing 131kW and 240Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout.

The Suzuki Jimny responds with a 1.5L 4-cylinder petrol, VVT making 75kW and 130Nm, paired to a 5-speed manual driving all four wheels.

The Honda ZR-V has the clear power advantage at 131kW vs 75kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The Honda ZR-V measures 4,568mm long on a 2,655mm wheelbase, 918mm longer than the Suzuki Jimny at 3,650mm (2,250mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Honda ZR-V generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 380L in the Honda ZR-V and 85L in the Suzuki Jimny, giving the Honda ZR-V a 295L advantage. Fold the rears and you get 1302L vs 377L. The Honda ZR-V seats 5 vs 4.

For towing, the Honda ZR-V leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,300kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,995/year for the Honda ZR-V and $1,824/year for the Suzuki Jimny. That is a $171 annual difference in favour of the Suzuki Jimny.

Estimated annual total: $1,995 (Honda ZR-V) vs $1,824 (Suzuki Jimny). The Suzuki Jimny saves you roughly $171 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Honda ZR-V) vs 5 years (Suzuki Jimny). Both match on warranty length. Capped-price servicing: 5yr (Honda ZR-V)—.