Jimny SZ4 vs SZ5: the trim differences that matter
Trim differences that sound minor on a spec sheet but change how the car feels to live with.
What SZ5 adds
- Automatic climate control rather than manual
- Heated front seats
- Adaptive cruise control
- Navigation and a better infotainment head unit
- LED headlights with washers
- Body-coloured door mirrors and handles
- Rear privacy glass
Which of those actually matter
Heated seats: yes
The Jimny’s cabin is small and its heater is adequate rather than quick. Heated seats make winter mornings genuinely better, and they are the single most-appreciated SZ5 item among owners.
LED headlights: yes
A meaningful safety difference on unlit rural roads, which is where a lot of Jimnys spend their lives.
Adaptive cruise: less than you would think
Useful on motorways. The Jimny is not a car you choose to do motorway miles in, so its value depends heavily on your journeys.
Navigation: no
Phone mirroring has overtaken built-in navigation comprehensively. Do not pay a premium for it.
Resale
SZ5 cars hold value slightly better and sell faster, which narrows the real-world price gap between the trims. In a scarcity market the effect is amplified — buyers with limited choice tend to take the higher-specification car.
Imports
Imported cars, including the Nomad, are usually SZ5-equivalent high-specification models. The market names differ, so check the actual equipment list rather than relying on a badge.
