Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD

Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 petrol description

Crossover / SUV Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD has been produced from October, 1998 to May, 2001. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.3 litres, which produces power of 80 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 104 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 270 000 to 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Suzuki Jimny 1.3 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 21.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 140 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 8.2 litres per 100km (12.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 40 litres or 10.57 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 480 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 560 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Suzuki real everyday fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Suzuki Jimny fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also three other Suzuki Jimny versions - with front wheel drive and manual gearbox (Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 2WD MT), and with rear wheel drive and manual gearbox (Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 MT), and with automatic gearbox (Suzuki Jimny 1999 1.3 4WD AT) available:
  • Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 2WD MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.9 litres per 100 km
  • Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.8 litres per 100 km
  • Suzuki Jimny 1999 1.3 4WD AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.3 litres per 100 km
Suzuki Jimny 1998

Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD technical data

Model: Suzuki Jimny 1.3 4WD
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 1998. October ... 2001. May 
Engine: 1298 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 196 g/km
Power: 80 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 104 NM ON 4500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Maximum speed: 140 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 21.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.2 (combined) 10.2 (urban) 7.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.9 l/100km (26.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 40 litres (10.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.62m (length) 1.60m (width) 1.70m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.8 meters
Gross weight: 1420 kg

Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD engine G13BB

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1298 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 74 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 75.5 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Power 76 - 86 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 104 - 115 NM ON 4500 RPM
Start of production (year) 1995
Duration of production 10 years
Engine also used on Suzuki Baleno Suzuki Wagon R+

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Suzuki Jimny crossover [1998 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Suzuki Jimny 2000 0.7 4x4 Jan 2000 — Dec 2005

Most fuel efficient petrol version

0.7 Petrol 64 HP 5.5 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Suzuki Jimny 2000 0.7 4x4 Jan 2000 — Dec 2005

Most fuel efficient petrol version

0.7 Petrol 64 HP 5.5 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 2WD Oct 1998 — Feb 2001 1.3 Petrol 80 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 Jan 1998 — Dec 2000

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.3 Petrol 80 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Suzuki Jimny 1998 1.3 4WD Oct 1998 — Mai 2001 1.3 Petrol 80 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Suzuki Jimny 1999 1.3 4WD Jan 1999 — Mai 2001 1.3 Petrol 80 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Suzuki Jimny 2001 1.3 4WD Mai 2001 — Feb 2005

Most powerfull petrol version (82 HP)

1.3 Petrol 82 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Suzuki Jimny 2001 1.3 4WD Mai 2001 — Feb 2005

Most powerfull petrol version (82 HP)

1.3 Petrol 82 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Suzuki Jimny 2004 1.5 4WD Diesel Jun 2004 — Feb 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 20.6 seconds

1.5 Diesel 65 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
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