2023 Suzuki Jimny: Brand opens 500 orders for 3-door automatic variants

Suzuki has reopened order books for the 2023 Jimny with an automatic transmission – though only 500 examples are up for grabs.

On September 18 at 12 midday EST, Suzuki Australia will open the 500 three-door automatic build slots, with orders accepted on a first-in best-dressed basis.

Orders for the popular three-door automatic model were paused in January this year as demand outstripped supply. Manual variants were still available and, according to Suzuki Oz, the drought of autos increased three-pedal deliveries by a whopping 256 per cent.

Despite manual-only sales, Suzuki has continued to deliver just less than 500 customers monthly in 2023, and sales are up 18.7 per cent year-to-date.

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“In response to the resounding demand from our die-hard loyal Jimny fans, we’re thrilled to announce the release of a limited 500 auto units”, said Suzuki Australia GM, Michael Pachota.

“Don’t miss your chance to claim one, as these Jimnys will be on a first-come, first-served basis and will sell out fast!” Mr Pachota added.

The Suzuki Jimny is priced from $30,490 (Lite manual) to $33,490 (GLX auto) in Australia. The three-door body is currently the only available, though the Indian-built five-door is expected to launch locally later this year.

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January 2023: Jimny three-door auto orders paused due to insufficient supply

Demand for the Suzuki Jimny remains sky high in Australia, with dealers hitting pause on new orders of three-door automatic variants as of January 19, 2023. The pause is currently indefinite.

Buyers keen for a Jimny will still be able to put money towards manual versions of either the Jimny GLX or Jimny Lite.

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The other in-demand option being the two-tone colourway with contrast roof. Suzuki Australia says if you want your hands on a Jimny quickly, it’s better to go for the single colour manual.

“Jimny three-door automatic transmission back orders are through the roof and growing daily!  As such, based on forecasts with production versus order bank, we had no choice but to put a pause on taking orders for this variant”, Suzuki Australia General Manager, Michael Pachota said.

The other option for those wanting a Jimny is to get in early for a five-door – the new long-wheelbase model was revealed last week and is expected to be on-sale in Australia later this year.

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Jimny pricing starts at $28,490 before on-road costs for the Lite manual and runs up to $31,490 for the GLX four-speed automatic. All variants use a 75kW/130Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine with selectable 4×4 and low-range transfer case.

Sales of Jimny were at record highs in 2022, with the brand shifting 5697 in 12 months for a 10.8 per cent share in the light SUV segment.