A $21,100 Mini Chevy K5 Blazer with a Twist: It's Actually a 64-HP Suzuki Jimny
Cal's Motor reworks its Chevy K5 Blazer kit for the updated Suzuki Jimny, integrating new radar and ultrasonic sensors.
Key Takeaways
- Cal’s Motor updates its Chevy K5 Blazer-inspired kit for the Suzuki Jimny.
- The custom face-swap integrates new radar and ultrasonic sensors.
- Complete builds start at $21,100 in Japan for the narrow-body variant.
- The kit is available for the kei-class narrow-body Jimny, the regular Jimny Sierra, and the longer Jimny Nomade.
- No changes have been made under the skin, with the same engine and transmission options available.
Cal’s Motor Updates its Chevy K5 Blazer Kit
Cal’s Motor has reworked its Chevy K5 Blazer-inspired kit for the updated Suzuki Jimny, integrating new radar and ultrasonic sensors. The custom face-swap is designed to work with the Jimny’s improved ADAS suite, including Adaptive Cruise Control and more sophisticated collision avoidance systems.
In my experience, the Suzuki Jimny is one of the best donor vehicles around for a face swap, and Cal’s Motor has done an excellent job of transforming it into a mini Chevy K5 Blazer. The kit includes a custom grille, bumper, and square chrome headlights, as well as chrome-finished disc wheels and a matching rear bumper with round LED taillights.
The Kit’s Features and Options
Beyond the custom exterior components, Cal’s Motor offers a range of options to enhance the Jimny’s interior and technology. These include split LED headlights, decals, leather seat covers, branded floor mats, an Alpine infotainment system, a digital mirror with rearview camera, and extra speakers.
The kit is available in three forms: Beas, Beas+, and Beas+L, built for the kei-class narrow-body Jimny, the regular Jimny Sierra, and the longer Jimny Nomade respectively.
No Changes Under the Skin
Predictably, there are no changes under the skin. The narrow-body Beas keeps the turbo 658 cc three-cylinder making 64 hp (47 kW), while the Beas+ and Beas+L use the naturally-aspirated 1.5-liter four-cylinder with 101 hp (75 kW / 102 PS). Drive goes to the ground through a standard part-time 4WD system paired with either a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic.
Here is a table summarizing the key specifications:
| Model | Engine | Power | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beas | Turbo 658 cc three-cylinder | 64 hp (47 kW) | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic |
| Beas+ | Naturally-aspirated 1.5-liter four-cylinder | 101 hp (75 kW / 102 PS) | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic |
| Beas+L | Naturally-aspirated 1.5-liter four-cylinder | 101 hp (75 kW / 102 PS) | 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic |
Pricing and Availability
Cal’s Motor has opened order slots for the updated builds in Japan. The kei-spec Beas starts at ¥3,380,000 ($21,100) including tax, while the Jimny Sierra-based Beas+ is priced from ¥3,580,000 ($22,300). Owners who already have a Jimny in the garage can buy the kit in pieces instead.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the Cal’s Motor Chevy K5 Blazer kit for the Suzuki Jimny?
A: The price starts at ¥3,380,000 ($21,100) including tax for the kei-spec Beas.
What are the engine options for the Cal’s Motor Chevy K5 Blazer kit?
A: The narrow-body Beas keeps the turbo 658 cc three-cylinder making 64 hp (47 kW), while the Beas+ and Beas+L use the naturally-aspirated 1.5-liter four-cylinder with 101 hp (75 kW / 102 PS).
Is the Cal’s Motor Chevy K5 Blazer kit available for all Suzuki Jimny models?
A: The kit is available for the kei-class narrow-body Jimny, the regular Jimny Sierra, and the longer Jimny Nomade.
