Toyota Land Cruiser FJ vs Suzuki Jimny: Size, Performance, and Off-Road Capability Compared

Saudi Arabia: The Land Cruiser FJ and Jimny 5-door represent two very different approaches to Toyota and Suzuki's shared reputation for off-road toughness. The FJ is the larger, more powerful newcomer, carrying 164 hp and modern tech into Toyota's Land Cruiser family, while the Jimny stays true to its formula as a small, light, rigid-axle 4x4 built for genuinely serious approach, breakover, and departure angles rather than outright power.

Quick facts:

• FJ engine: 2.7L 4-cylinder, 164 hp / 245 Nm; Jimny engine: 1.5L K15B 4-cylinder, 75 kW (approx. 101 hp) / 130 Nm
• FJ is significantly longer overall (4,610 mm vs 3,820 mm), but the Jimny's wheelbase (2,590 mm) is actually longer than the FJ's (2,580 mm)
• Jimny's official approach, breakover, and departure angles are 36°, 24°, and 47°, respectively, genuinely aggressive figures for a factory-spec vehicle

Engine and Performance Comparison

Spec	Land Cruiser FJ	Suzuki Jimny 5-door
Engine	2.7L, 4-cylinder	1.5L K15B, 4-cylinder, 16-valve
Displacement	Not specified	1,462 cc
Max power	164 hp @ 5,200 rpm	75 kW @ 6,000 rpm (approx. 101 hp)
Max torque	245 Nm @ 4,000 rpm	130 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission	6-speed automatic	5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	Part-time 4WD	ALLGRIP PRO / part-time 4WD
Top speed	Not specified	155 km/h (manual) / 140 km/h (automatic)
Fuel economy	Not specified	16.8 km/L, rated "Excellent" by Suzuki

The FJ's 2.7L engine gives it a substantial power advantage, roughly 63% more horsepower than the Jimny's 1.5L unit, and significantly more torque.

Size and Dimensions Comparison

Spec	Land Cruiser FJ	Suzuki Jimny 5-door
Length	4,610 mm	3,820 mm (bumper to bumper); 3,985 mm including spare wheel cover
Width	1,855 mm	1,645 mm
Height	1,890 mm	1,720 mm
Wheelbase	2,580 mm	2,590 mm
Front/rear tread	Not specified	1,395 mm / 1,405 mm
Minimum turning radius	Not specified	5.7 m
Fuel tank	63 liters	40 liters

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ vs Suzuki Jimny Brakes and Tyres

Spec	Land Cruiser FJ	Suzuki Jimny 5-door
Front brakes	Not specified	Ventilated disc
Rear brakes	Not specified	Drum (leading and trailing)
Tyres	265/60R18	195/80R15
Wheels	17-inch or 18-inch, per Toyota's own inconsistent listing	Not specifie

Trim-Level Safety Features (Jimny GL vs GLX)

Feature	GL	GLX
SRS front dual airbags	Included	Included
SRS side airbags	Not included	Included
Curtain airbags	Not included	Included
Rear seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters	Not included	Included
ABS, ESP, Hill Hold/Descent Control, TPMS	Included on both	Included on both
Display audio	7-inch	9-inch
Cruise control	Not included	Included

Final Thoughts

In the Toyota Land Cruiser FJ vs Suzuki Jimny comparison, the Land Cruiser FJ remains the more powerful vehicle with a modern tech package. That Jimny counters with genuinely strong angle figures (36°/24°/47°), a sub-1,200 kg kerb weight and a big wheelbase. So if you're looking to buy either of these, take the FJ as the larger, more powerful, tech-forward option, and the Jimny as the lighter, more geometrically capable off-roader.

Also Read: Toyota Land Cruiser FJ Pre-Registrations Open in Saudi Arabia and UAE