The Jimny’s ultra-honest unpretentiousness is the antidote to every beige crossover out there. Just don’t expect sophistication, and you’ll adore it
Pros Adorable design, off-road prowess, plenty of equipment
Cons Choosing between carrying people or their possessions
We've tested the Jimny extensively off-road and we know what it is capable of, but this time we drive the auto around town to see if it makes sense as a city car.
Pros Short wheelbase and incredible visibility make for easy driving Seat height is fantastic if you're jumping in and out regularly Peppy engine actually feels quite sporty around town
Cons Safety rating is an ever-present issue Luggage space almost non-existent when the second row is in use Four-speed auto would probably be better served with an extra ratio
Pros Characterful, standout design Excellent off-road capabilities Plenty of ability for the price
Cons Unrefined driving experience Tiny boot when rear seats are in place Poor economy
PROS Larger boot than standard Tivoli Smarter new front bumper Huge standard specification Manual or auto, two- and four-wheel drive
CONS No petrol engine Same passenger space as Tivoli Not a thrilling drive Diesel engine quite noisy
The Ssangyong Tivoli XLV offers good space and practicality to families on a budget. However, if you can afford to spend a little more, there are much more competent family SUVs available.
Pros Spacious interior Generous standard equipment Competitively priced
Cons Noisy engine Crashy ride Stodgy handling
The SsangYong Tivoli XLV takes the stylish Tivoli and makes it bigger. It looks a bit more awkward than before, but it’s also more practical.
PROS Extremely versatile Generous warranty Good value
CONS Noisy engines Challenging styling Not the most economical
