New Honda Jazz pictures and details released

The new Honda Jazz supermini will go on sale in the UK this Autumn promising a range of new low-emission, low-consumption i-VTEC petrol engines.

Two new petrol engines comprise 89bhp 1.2-litre and 99bhp 1.4-litre engines with Variable Valve Timing. The 1.2-litre engine returns 55.4mpg and emits 120g/km. The new 1.4-litre engine returns 54.3mpg and emits 123g/km.

Honda's 6-speed i-SHIFT automated manual transmission is available on the 1.4-litre engine, promising reduced gear change times, smoother shifts and more intelligent automatic mode shift logic.

Equipped with this gearbox, the 1.4 Jazz achieves 54.3mpg and is capable of 120g/km of CO2 emissions, putting it in VED Band B, along with the 1.2-litre car.

The SIL (Shift Indicator Light) fitted to manual models provides a visual prompt of the best gear shift points to maximise economy.

The new Jazz features a longer wheelbase by 50mm and wider front track by 35mm to improve agility, while VSA stability assist is available across the range. The length of the car has increased slightly by 55mm and it is also slightly wider, by 20mm.

Rear seat passengers now have 37mm greater kneeroom, while the distance between front and rear passengers is up by 30mm. The slightly wider body also means shoulder room increases by 44mm in the front and 43mm in the rear.

Wider-opening rear doors add convenience in tight parking spots, while a double-trunk boot adds flexibility to load space. The Double-Trunk boot can be configured in four ways to accommodate different-sized loads. Total luggage space in 1.4 models with Double Trunk is now 399 litres - the best in the segment according to Honda.

Reduced width A-pillars, a larger windscreen and quarter windows three times the size of those in the previous model improve visibility, along with retractable rear headrests that ensure the view out of the rear window is unobscured.

EX models are equipped with a panoramic roof that extends over the rear seats, with heat-absorbing glass and a power sun shade included.

Front seats are designed to be more comfortable, says Honda, while a height-adjustable driver’s seat and a steering wheel that’s adjustable for reach and rake are available on on 1.4 models. 



A single CD/radio is integrated into the fascia, offering MP3/WMA playback and speed-dependent volume adjustment. In 1.4 EX models, a USB adapter is located in the centre console storage box, which enables fifth-generation iPods and a variety of other portable music devices to be played via the Jazz’s audio system. 


The new Jazz benefits from Honda’s ACE body structure, a concept that is being progressively rolled out across the Honda range. In particular a front polygonal main frame helps to prevent misalignment between vehicles of different sizes and construction and multiple energy absorbing pathways disperse impact energy to prevent cabin deformation.


Stopping ability has been increased with larger brake front callipers, and the brake pedal has been tweaked to improve feel. Front ventilated discs and rear discs are matched with ABS, EBD and Brake Assist.

Dual front and side airbags are standard on all models, as are full length side curtain airbags and three-point seatbelts in all five seating positions (those in the front have dual-stage pretensioners).

The new Honda Jazz is likely to cost around £10K when it launches in the UK this Autumn.

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