SUZUKI JIMNY (1998-18) 3DR HARDTOP SUV 1.3 VVT 85 JLX

Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks

The SUZUKI JIMNY (1998-18) 3DR HARDTOP SUV 1.3 VVT 85 JLX is a compact three-door 4x4, pairing small-car dimensions with genuine off-road ability. In the UK it stands apart from ordinary small SUVs: its upright shape and short body suit narrow lanes, while its rugged character appeals to countryside drivers. Mycarcheck.com records 1,492 look-ups covering 612 different VINs, a substantial snapshot of interest in this older Jimny. Within those checks, average private-sale valuation was £3,000, recorded mileage averaged 89,000, and annual mileage just 3,000. The average keeper count was about five, so check each car’s history carefully before you buy. Its compact footprint and four-wheel drive suit adventurous singles, couples and rural owners, rather than families needing generous rear-seat or luggage space. Compared with soft-roader rivals, it is distinctive and confident off road, but less refined for long motorway journeys. The 1.3 VVT JLX is a distinctive small SUV.

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Key Findings

The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 612 different vehicles, run between February 19th 2021 and October 31st 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
1,492
Lookups
46
Hidden Histories
93k
Average Mileage
£3,000
Average Valuation