Suzuki Puts a New Face on the 2013 Jimny, Releases Prices for the UK

Shortly after introducing the modestly revised for the 2013 model year Jimny, Suzuki is now offering its updated compact 4x4 model in the United Kingdom, with prices remaining unchanged over the previous version.

Exterior styling revisions are limited to a new front bumper and grille design with five slots, together with a new bonnet shape that houses a central air scoop. The redesign of the front bumper has led to a slight increase in overall length of 30mm to 3,675mm (144.7 inches). There's also a new, optional available, Breeze Blue metallic color.

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Suzuki Subtly Refreshes European Market Jimny 4x4

Some 13 years since its market launch, the third generation of Suzuki' highly capable off the road but no so much on the road, Jimny 4x4, is clearly getting a little long in the proverbial tooth, but there's no replacement in sight.

Instead, the Japanese carmaker is trying to keep new customers interested in the small off-roader by applying mild upgrades from time to time.

The latest refresh concerns the European market model that receives some subtle cosmetic revisions highlighted by the new hood with a functional air intake, a newly design five-slot front grille and a re-sculptured front bumper.

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New Suzuki Teasers May Hint at Jimny / Samurai 4x4 Concept

After more than 13 years in production, Suzuki may be ready to begin work on a successor to the third generation of the Jimny 4x4 that was first introduced at the 1997 Tokyo Motor Show.

While we remain short on details, Maruti Suzuki, which is a subsidiary of the Japanese automobile and motorcycle manufacturer, published a set of teaser photos on its website that hint at a concept model for a small 4x4 to be revealed at the 11th Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi, India, next month.

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Suzuki Adds New Jimny SZ4 to UK Lineup

The higher-specification Jimny SZ4 is the latest addition to the small off-roader's lineup in Great Britain. The new model comes equipped with specific 15-inch alloy wheels, rear window privacy glass, upgraded part leather upholstery and two-tone black and silver roof rails. It is available in four metallic pearl colors that include 'twilight purple', 'graphite gray', the two-tone 'bluish black' and the 'nocturne blue' - those marketing folks sure come up with some interesting names.

Priced from £10,990 on the road, the four-wheel drive Jimny SZ4 is powered by a 1.3-litre petrol engine with variable valve timing that returns an average fuel consumption on the combined cycle of 39.2mpg Imp. (7.2lt/100km or 32.6mpg US) with corresponding CO2 emissions of 171g/km.

Suzuki Releases New Range of Accessories for Jimny 4x4

Suzuki of Great Britain has announced the launch of a new range of interior and exterior accessories for its mini 4x4, the Jimny. Available on the JLX and JLX+ four-wheel drive model variants, the list of exterior appointments include a chromed five-piece front grille set with a matching trim for the front headlamps and rear tail lamp clusters, a body-colored rear upper spoiler and polished sport bar, seven-spoke "Jakarta" alloy wheels and a polished stainless steel muffler extension.

For those looking for more practical accessories, Suzuki has also introduced a tow-bar mounted bicycle carrier, and a multi roof-rack and roof box for increased load capacity.

Available interior upgrades come in the form of an iPod interface module and Clarion portable satellite navigation system complete with a built-in radio tuner, MP3 player and RDS-TMC tuner, a four-piece carpet mat set and centre armrest with an integrated storage compartment.