Re:New Jimny off road ability vs 3rd Gen?

Hi, just wondering if any one has really off roaded their new 4th Gen yet and how it compares to the previous model?

As I understand it, the new model is more of a clever facelift with a new retro styled body tub, while retaining most of the previous gens underpinnings. Please correct me if wrong on this.

On this basis I assume it should be very similar off road. Has the TCS been improved upon vs the last of the line old models?

I've watched some YT vids and while small and nimble looking, I'm surprised at just how often the 4th Gen Jimny seems to lift wheels off the ground. Have even seen one or two roll over (some Japanese vids) on terrain I know my Land Rover wouldn't have.

I've been a huge fan of Jimny's for years, but not managed to own one yet. I almost bought a new 3rd gen only two years back, but wanted heated seats and a proper integrated stereo, so opted for a smart ForTwo. However as soon as Suzuki will allow proper orders for the 4th gen (yes I'm avoiding the current panic buying of them) I intend to order one. Hopefully for delivery in approx 12 months time.

I know ultimate off road ability doesn't really matter that much, but it's still fun to talk about

I am and have been a long term Land Rover owner and off roader, so I'm reasonably well versed off the road.

I think most of the wheel lifting is due to still having anti rollbar connected

These guys are convinced the TCS is improved, but lots of other factors also at play including manual gen 4 vs auto gen 3.

The below used actual locking diffs not tc but it does demonstrate that having wheels down isn't the be all and end all.

Thanks and I agree traction systems of any type can make a massive improvement on a vehicles ability to cross terrain. But driver and line also make a big difference too in comparisons. And I think this vid also shows that as much as it does about lockers.

Also owning two fairly substantially modified vehicles, keeping the wheels in contact with the ground does improve stability, makes it feel a lot more pleasant and also enhances their ability to prevent cross axling.

Leafer Land Rovers don't normally flex like this.

Check out Victor Rundle on Youtube AKA Saxj of this forum. He has some of the best serious off road footage so far. A good comparison can be made if you know what a gen 3 is capable of.



Cheers,

Andy.