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Suzuki Jimny vs VW Caddy - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (102 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (25300 £ vs 27800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Jimny or VW Caddy?

Suzuki Jimny

VW Caddy

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Jimny has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25300 £, while the VW Caddy costs 27800 £. That’s a price difference of around 2482 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Caddy manages with 0.50 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Suzuki Jimny with 7.70 L. The difference is about 7.20 L per 100 km.

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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 VW Caddy has a distinct edge – offering 150 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Caddy is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 11.40 s, while the Suzuki Jimny takes 12.80 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Suzuki Jimny tops out at 145 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy pulls convincingly stronger with 320 Nm compared to 130 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm difference.

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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: VW Caddy offers decisively more seating capacity – 7 vs 2.

In curb weight, Suzuki Jimny is clearly perceptible lighter – 1165 kg compared to 1575 kg. The difference is around 410 kg.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy performs significantly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 2837 L more than the Suzuki Jimny.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy convincingly takes the win – 710 kg compared to 270 kg. That’s a difference of about 440 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Caddy proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Caddy is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Caddy

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 6.9 L
  • Electric Range : 116 - 121 km
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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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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
25300 - 27700 £
Price
27800 - 45900 £
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
173 g/km
co2
10 - 165 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
2
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
1165 kg
Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
-
Length
3645 mm
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Width
1645 mm
Width
1855 mm
Height
1705 mm
Height
1819 - 1860 mm
Max trunk capacity
863 L
Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
Payload
270 kg
Payload
501 - 710 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.80 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Max Speed
145 km/h
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Torque
130 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
75 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
1462 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3

General
Model Year
2021 - 2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
VW

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What drivetrain options does the Suzuki Jimny have?

The Suzuki Jimny is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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