Climate controls, radio and air vents are situated next to the steering wheel in a section of the dash that has been angled toward the driver. A large grab handle has been integrated into the top of the dash above the passenger-side airbag. Both air-conditioning and audio systems have been upgraded this year, as well. The seats have gotten their share of attention for 1998 as well. The seatbelts move with the seats for greater comfort.
Heated seats are an option.
On those rare times when passengers actually ride in back, they will find that getting in is a challenge unless they are under about 12 years of age. With all of the improvements to the Jimmy, one thing that remains the same is the large hump in the floor in front of the passenger seat. While not everyone will object to its presence, some people will find it enough of an irritant to keep them from buying. On the road, the Jimmy is energetic, thanks to the 190 horsepower of its 4.3-liter, Vortec V6. While this engine is not the smoothest around, it does pump out a generous helping of power.