Expert Mocks Jimny Owners as "Fools" Yet Hails It as the Most Characterful SUV in a Decade

British automotive vlogger Tiger Johnson mocked the Suzuki Jimny in a viral video, joking that its engine is as weak as a coffee machine and its fifth gear is practically useless—even calling its owners "idiots." But he quickly pivoted to praise it as "the most characterful car of the past decade." Despite its sluggish acceleration, cramped interior, and the patience required for highway overtaking, this compact, boxy off-roader has gained a devoted global following thanks to its body-on-frame construction, rugged four-wheel drive system, and lightweight design. Although it’s absent from the U.S. market due to safety and emissions regulations, its pure driving joy and anti-mainstream personality have only made it more desirable—eschewing horsepower battles and feature overload to focus solely on being a genuinely fun little off-roader.