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Suzuki Jimny vs Audi A1 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (25,300 £ vs 20,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Jimny or Audi A1?

Suzuki Jimny vs Audi A1: Key differences

Suzuki Jimny

  • only slightly lighter
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Audi A1

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Jimny

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A1 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 20,000 £ , while the Suzuki Jimny costs 25,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,306 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A1 uses 5.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 2.5 L/100km.

A1

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A1 offers substantially more power – delivering 207 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 105 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A1 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.5 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 6.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A1 delivers significantly more torque with 320 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

Jimny

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Audi A1 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is only slightly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,175 kg. The difference is around 10 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A1 carries substantially more – 470 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 200 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A1 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £20,000
A1

Audi A1

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Suzuki Jimny
Audi A1

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Suzuki Jimny

Brimming with raucous charm and unabashed off-road spirit, the Suzuki Jimny makes light work of rough tracks while remaining surprisingly at home in city streets. It's a cheeky, no-nonsense companion for buyers who prefer character over conformity — think go-anywhere attitude in a pocket-sized package.

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Audi A1

The Audi A1 is a compact premium hatch that wraps Audi's polished design and surprisingly grown-up cabin into a city-friendly package. It’s poised and fun to drive, a smart pick for buyers who want luxury flair without the fuss of a bigger car — and it makes tight parking feel almost enjoyable.

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Suzuki Jimny
Audi A1

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Price
20,000 - 28,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 6.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
173 g/km
co2
118 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,365 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
335 L
Length
3,645 mm
Length
-
Width
1,645 mm
Width
1,740 - 1,756 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
270 kg
Payload
410 - 470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 HP
Power HP
95 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 11.5 s
Max Speed
145 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
130 Nm
Torque
175 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
75 kW
Power kW
70 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Audi
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