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Suzuki Jimny vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (25,300 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Jimny or Toyota Corolla?

Suzuki Jimny vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Suzuki Jimny

2.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Toyota Corolla

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Jimny

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Suzuki Jimny is a bit cheaper – starting at 25,300 £ , while the Toyota Corolla costs 28,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,300 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Corolla uses 4.4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 3.3 L/100km.

Corolla

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla offers significantly more power – delivering 178 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.8 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Toyota Corolla is somewhat faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Suzuki Jimny tops out at 145 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

Jimny

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Toyota Corolla offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is markedly lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,420 kg. The difference is around 255 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Toyota Corolla offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,052 L, about 189 L more than the Suzuki Jimny.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota Corolla carries clearly more – 450 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Corolla is decisively ahead 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 £28,600
Corolla

Toyota Corolla

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 178 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 L/100km
Suzuki Jimny
Toyota Corolla

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is a reliable, no-nonsense compact car known for its practicality and composed ride. It’s economical to run, easy to maintain, and suits daily commuting while holding its value well.

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Suzuki Jimny
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,300 - 27,700 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
173 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,165 kg
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
3,645 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,645 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,705 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
270 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
145 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
130 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
1,462 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Toyota
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