Grand Vitara 1.6 vvt (2008)

Been looking for a Jimny for a while and have struggled to find something decent (or maybe too picky). That aside, considering a 1.6 GV 3dr 2008. I know the 4wd system isn’t as good as the 3dr diesel and 5 dr models so doesn’t have diff lock and low range, but how capable is the 4wd system....? It will be used for driving on/off mostly solid not too muddy fields, driving down unmade roads which are stoney not muddy and rutted, driving down a narrow lane which is sometime muddy, but not massively rutted, driving up/down grassy inclines to get to another field. Hoping this would be possible on road tyres, but open to thoughts and suggestions.....(be kind).

I’ve looked in a lot of places but seem to find different details - some say the 4wd is permanent ie all 4 wheels, other sources suggest rear wheels mainly driven then slip sensing diverts drive to front as well....anyone know how the 4wd is setup

Many thanks
Paul

I have the 5 door diesel. The 4wd is driven mainly on front wheels, and engage the rear when the wheels spin. I have low range and the ability to lock the 4wd.
I havent had any problems getting around on snow in auto.