Omoda 5 vs Suzuki Jimny
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The Omoda 5 starts from $25,490 before on-road costs, while the Suzuki Jimny opens at $36,990. That makes the Omoda 5 the more affordable entry point by $11,500.
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. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $28,039 and $40,689 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Omoda 5 by roughly $1,710 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
Both the Omoda 5 and Suzuki Jimny hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 82% for the Omoda 5 and 73% for the Suzuki Jimny.
Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Omoda 5 packs more ADAS features with 2 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 1 in the Suzuki Jimny.
Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Omoda 5 and 6 in the Suzuki Jimny.
Feature Showdown
The Omoda 5 features a 10.3-inch touchscreen, while the Suzuki Jimny gets a 7-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
Drivetrain
The Omoda 5 uses a Petrol producing 108kW and 210Nm of torque, sent through a cvt to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 10.5 seconds.
The Suzuki Jimny responds with a Petrol making 75kW and 130Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 12.4 seconds.
The Omoda 5 has the clear power advantage at 108kW vs 75kW. In the real-world sprint, the Omoda 5 is 1.9s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Omoda 5 measures 4,307mm long on a 2,610mm wheelbase, 662mm longer than the Suzuki Jimny at 3,645mm (2,250mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Omoda 5 generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 358L in the Omoda 5 and 377L in the Suzuki Jimny, giving the Suzuki Jimny a 19L advantage. The Omoda 5 seats 5 vs 4.
For towing, the Omoda 5 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,300kg. That 200kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
10.0m to 10.6m
Based on 10.6m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 10.0m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $1,967/year for the Omoda 5 and $2,309/year for the Suzuki Jimny. That is a $342 annual difference in favour of the Omoda 5.
Estimated annual total: $1,967 (Omoda 5) vs $2,309 (Suzuki Jimny). The Omoda 5 saves you roughly $342 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Omoda 5) vs 3 years / 100,000km (Suzuki Jimny). The Omoda 5 has longer coverage. Capped-price servicing: 7yr (Omoda 5)—.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Omoda 5 if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, want lower running costs, value a longer warranty, need stronger towing, or prefer Omoda's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Suzuki Jimny if: You need more boot space, or prefer Suzuki's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Omoda 5 takes 6 of 7 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The Omoda 5 will save you roughly $342 a year in fuel. The Omoda 5 adds peace of mind with a longer 7-year warranty. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Omoda 5 and Suzuki Jimny?
The Omoda 5 is the cheapest at $25,490 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Suzuki Jimny by $11,500.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Omoda 5 uses the least fuel at 6.9L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Omoda 5 and Suzuki Jimny all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which has the most boot space?
The Suzuki Jimny has the largest boot at 377L.
Which can tow the most?
The Omoda 5 has the highest braked towing capacity at 1,500kg.
Which has the best warranty?
The Omoda 5 has the longest warranty at 7 years / 1000k km.
Which is the most powerful?
The Omoda 5 makes the most power at 108kW. The Omoda 5 is quickest to 100km/h in 10.5s.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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