Standard Battery

The standard battery type, as fitted to all petrol versions of the Jimny from 1998 to 2016 is an 054. The dimensions are 196L x 127W x 223H. The terminals are Japanese post type with the positive terminal to the right of the negative as you hold the battery with the terminals closest to you.

The 054 is a common battery type used on many small Japanese and Korean cars. It is readily available from car battery suppliers and typically inexpensive.

The performance of batteries varies between manufacturers. Typically the lowest performing 054 batteries have a capacity of 30ah and output of 260amps. This adequately meets the electrical load requirements for the Jimny.

In situations where higher electrical output may be regularly required (sustained winching for example) higher spec or larger batteries should be considered. The standard battery tray can accommodate a slightly larger battery. Aftermarket battery trays that mount in the nearside of the engine bay offer the ability to fit a single large battery or run a twin battery system.