Reality Escape: Imagining a Land Cruiser-Based Jimmy by Theottle
by AutoExpert | 29 August, 2023
In a curious exercise of creativity, digital artist Theottle has given off-road enthusiasts something to ponder: what if the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and the Suzuki Jimny had a love child? These two highly sought-after off-road vehicles have been imagined as one, and the concept is catching the eye of fans from both camps.
A Fusion of Proportions
The Suzuki Jimny, available in both three and five-door forms, may be diminutive in size—especially when compared to the towering Toyota Land Cruiser Prado—but what it lacks in size it makes up for in character. The Jimny's boxy aesthetics surprisingly mesh well with the more substantial dimensions of the Prado. This amalgamation proves that sometimes, the sum is indeed greater than its parts.
A Trend of Collaboration
Toyota and Suzuki have been no strangers to rebranding each other's vehicles. Whether it's the RAV4-based Suzuki Across in Europe or the Grand Vitara-based Toyota Urban Cruiser in India, the brands have a history of collaboration. However, as it stands, a Land Cruiser-Jimny mash-up remains a digital dream. The Land Cruiser already shares its DNA with the Lexus GX, and Suzuki appears to be focused on developing smaller, more accessible SUVs.
A Source of Inspiration
While this particular Land Cruiser-Jimny hybrid may never grace showroom floors, Theottle's render could serve as an inspiration for individual builds. Fans of Suzuki's aesthetic who want a larger vehicle to stand out from the crowd might find the concept appealing enough to create their own.
Theottle’s Alter-Ego Concepts
Not content with just one hypothetical model, Theottle also envisioned what a Suzuki Jimny would look like as a sub-brand of the Land Cruiser. This imaginary little off-roader expands on the capabilities and styling cues of the original, offering another layer to Theottle’s creative endeavors.