Looking at buying a Suzuki Jimny...

Hi there,

 am looking at purchasing a 2024 Suzuki Jimny for private use. I can either purchase the two-seat LCV model and insure and tax it privately or I could go for the more expensive four-seat Sierra import model (Japanese domestic model I believe) that some dealers in Ireland are offering.

Would the imported model have to undergo an NCT rather than a CVRT? And if so, would it fail on emissions as this is why Suzuki no longer sell them as private vehicles I believe?

Derek (Cork)

Jan 2025 Filed under: importing

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Expert answer

Hi Derek,

On registration, the imported four-seat Jimny/Sierra would presumably be defined as a passenger car, in which case it would have to undergo an NCT. 

So long as the car is "Euro 6" compliant then it will pass the emissions tests. Make sure you check that with the seller and ask for proof or that in writing before you commit to the sale. 

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor
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