VS
At a Glance
Power
63kW@6000
103 kW
Torque
110Nm@4100
172 Nm
Fuel
7.2
6.7 l/100km
Towing
—
800 Kg
0-100 km/h
14.1
—
Engine
1328
1798 cc
Choosing between the SUZUKI JIMNY and the Toyota Corolla Cross is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The SUZUKI JIMNY delivers 63kW@6000 while the Toyota Corolla Cross produces 103 kW. On fuel, the JIMNY returns 7.2 while the Corolla Cross uses 6.7 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R184 900 for the JIMNY and R508 200 for the Corolla Cross. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Performance
Power Output
63kW@6000
103 kW
Torque
110Nm@4100
172 Nm
0-100 kph
14.1
—
Top Speed
140
185 Km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1328
1798 cc
Engine Layout
LONGITUDINAL INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
UNLEADED
petrol
Transmission
MANUAL
automatic
Number of Gears
5
—
Drive Wheels
ALL
front
Full Time 4x4
✗
—
Low Range
✓ Standard
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
7.2
6.7 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
40
47 l
CO2 Emissions
171
159 g/km
Dimensions
Length
3645
4460 mm
Width
1600
1825 mm
Height
1705
1620 mm
Wheelbase
2250
2640 mm
Ground Clearance
190
161 mm
Kerb Weight
1070
1325-1395 Kg
Doors
3
5
Seats
5
5
Load Volume
—
440 l
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
—
800 Kg
Load Capacity
816
—
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✗
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✗
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✗
—
Airbag Count
2
7
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✗
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✗
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✗
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
—
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
✗
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✗
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✗
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✗
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✗
—
Heated Seats
✗
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✗
—
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
36
3
Warranty Distance
100000
100000 Km
Service Plan
S
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
6 services
Service Plan Distance
—
90000
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Toyota Corolla Cross
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Corolla Cross
Fuel Economy
Corolla Cross
Value
JIMNY
Practicality
Corolla Cross
Pros & Cons
SUZUKI JIMNY
Lower starting price (R184 900)
Higher fuel consumption (7.2)
No factory service plan
Toyota Corolla Cross
Better fuel economy (6.7 l/100km)
Higher towing capacity (800 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the JIMNY or Corolla Cross?
The JIMNY uses 7.2 and the Corolla Cross uses 6.7 l/100km on the combined cycle. The Corolla Cross is the more fuel-efficient choice. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the JIMNY or Corolla Cross?
The JIMNY produces 63kW@6000 and 110Nm@4100 of torque while the Corolla Cross delivers 103 kW and 172 Nm of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the JIMNY and Corolla Cross?
The JIMNY starts from R184 900 and the Corolla Cross from R508 200. The JIMNY is cheaper by R323 300 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the JIMNY or Corolla Cross?
The JIMNY has a braked towing capacity of 0 and the Corolla Cross can tow 800 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the JIMNY or the Corolla Cross?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.