Honda Jazz

Overview

Present as the third generation since its first update in 2014, now makes the Honda Jazz a reliable backbone in the hatchback class to compete with its competitors, of course Honda has also made various changes that are considered quite significant, namely on the exterior and interior. The update on the Honda Jazz, which was officially released on July 26, 2017, was indeed implemented as one of Honda's efforts in meeting the needs or desires of a market that is growing day by day. 

Now in its third generation, the Jazz comes with a redesigned front grille, bumper, LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), and new wheels. Inside, the new Jazz has a 7-inch touchscreen head unit with Bluetooth connectivity (available for V CVT, VX Navi and RS Navi CVT variants). This Honda Jazz has also been equipped with automatic air conditioning, cruise control, and speed sensing door locks, which provide comfort for the driver and passengers. Color options for the Honda Jazz are Brilliant Sporty Blue Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, Phoenix Orange Pearl, Rallye Red, and Taffeta White.

History

The Honda Jazz is a 5-door hatchback produced by the Japanese automotive manufacturer Honda Motor Company. The Honda Jazz was first introduced in 2001. The Honda Jazz name is used in Europe, parts of Asia, Australia, Oceania, the Middle East, and Africa. In Japan, China, and America, this car is named Honda Fit. Until 2007, 2 million units of the Honda Jazz have been sold worldwide. Until now this Honda Jazz has 3 generations. The Honda Jazz was introduced in the Philippines in 2014 and over the years it has got some updates.

Price

Honda Jazz 2022 is a 5 Seater Hatchback available between a price range of ₱918,000 - ₱1.09 Million in the Philippines. It is available in 5 colors, 3 variants, 1 engine, and 1 transmissions option: CVT in the Philippines.

Interior

This hatchback made by the factory from the Samurai Country does indeed come with quite attractive updates, especially in the exterior sector both on the RS type and S type. The new changes are clearly visible on each side of the outer body where for the Honda Jazz RS type itself, a new bumper design is visible. firmly lined and equipped with air intakes on the front bumper which has a larger size so that it looks more aggressive and sporty and the front grille on the latest Honda Jazz is also made fresher by carrying the Trapezoidal-Shaped Intake concept which is also equipped with fog lamps that are ready to collaborate with a DRL LED headlamp that is designed to narrow sharply.

Dimensions

Where the standard type has a length of 3,955 mm, a width of 1,694 mm, and a height of 1,524 mm. While the dimensions of the Honda Jazz RS have a length of 4,035 mm, a width of 1,694 mm, and a height of 1,524 mm.

Lighting

The Jazz is primarily equipped with projector halogens except for the top RS variant that has LED headlights with LED guide lines. The LED stop lamp also complements the luxury and charm that is displayed from the exterior or appearance on the specifications of this Honda Jazz Facelift.

Wheelbase

Only the Honda Jazz V runs on stylish 16-inch wheels while the S, E, and Hybrid variant makes do with plain 15-inch wheels.

Interior

In this version of the third generation update, Honda carries a concept that further deepens and strengthens its sporty and aggressive aura. It's just that, in the interior, although it gets a new refresh, it's not too much, both for the Honda Jazz type S and type RS. Honda only embeds some basic refreshments, such as replacing the AC panel which now uses a digital panel and is equipped with the Smart Touch Auto feature. Likewise with the head unit on the latest Honda Jazz which is now equipped with the latest 8-inch touch screen equipped with other features, such as AUX and USB connectivity systems from the front of the headunit.

Centre Console

Honda is well-known for their practicality and the Honda Jazz also carries on the legacy. The Jazz has plenty of functional cubby spaces and a record 7 cup holders in the all variants except for the base E variant that comes with 9.

Dashboard

The standard Jazz dashboard is designed with ergonomics in mind. Though there are no soft touch materials on the dashboard, the Jazz is built with good quality plastics fitted well together so nothing is rattling.

Space&practically

Among the best traits of the Jazz is its flexible seating configuration that allows you to maximize its interior cabin space. Honda is well-known to have drawn on Japan's famed space saving techniques allowing them to squeeze out class-leading spaciousness in the Jazz. You can easily fit 4 tennis balls between a tall person's knees and the front passenger seat. The cabin on the Honda Jazz has also been arranged to be safe for toddlers through the application of ISOFIX and Tether seats.

Boot

Even though cabin space is abundant, the Jazz still doesn't lose out on boot space. You can still fit a 28-inch luggage bag even without utilising the Ultra seats.

Features

Safety Feature

As a medium hatchback vehicle with global standards, this car must be able to meet three criteria, namely safety, comfort, and security. Starting from the safety features, it turns out that the Honda Jazz comes with quite complete features. Starting from a secure frame structure through G-CON + ACE, then there are also several international standard safety features such as Side Impact Beam, Pedestrian Protection, Dual SRS Front Airbags, Seatbelt Adjuster and also Seatbelt 3P ELR with Pretensioner with Load Limiter.

Comfort Feature

Although cabin refinement is lacking, the Honda Jazz makes up for the lack with the use of space. The bench rear seats are a little on the hard side but are still comfortable enough. Meanwhile, the convenience features are also not to be outdone by the presence of the Audio Singe Din multimedia feature which is available on the Honda Jazz type A. Then, all types of Honda Jazz are also equipped with MID LCD Display and also Auto Door Lock by Speed. Meanwhile, to support comfort, all types of New Jazz are also supported by double blower AC.

Infotainment features

In presenting the best sense of comfort for the Honda Jazz, Honda has embedded a single DIN AM/FM Radio audio system, Single Disc MP3/WMA + USB Port + AUX Input + Made for iPhone. And the high type, namely the Honda Jazz RS type and RS CVT, is equipped with an audio system with a touch screen with a size of 6.1 inches, AM/FM Radio, Single Disc MP3/WMA, CD/DVD Player + USB Port + AUX Input Connect with iPhone App Mode .

Powertrain performance

Engine

For the performance sector, actually all types of New Jazz are equipped with the same engine base, namely the 1.5 L SOHC inline cylinder engine, 16 valve i-VTEC + DBW with PGM-FI fuel supply which is able to deliver impressive and powerful performance. The engine base on the Honda Jazz itself has a very well-tested performance because this car has often descended on the race track or slalom. The power presented by the engine on the New Jazz itself is very capable, capable of spewing out a maximum power of 88 Kw (120 PS)/6,600 rpm and a maximum torque of 14.8 kg.m (145Nm) 4,800 rpm.

Transmission

As for the drive itself, the Honda Jazz uses front-wheel drive that is integrated in two transmissions, namely a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed automatic.

Rideng&control

As expected of a Honda, the Honda Jazz too returns good fuel consumption, even the NA engine returns good fuel consumption numbers of 6.7-litre / 100 km in a route with a mix of stop-go traffic and highway cruising.

Ride comfort

Sound Proofing

The cabin is not the quietest cabin compared to its rivals as wind noise can be easily heard within the cabin even at 90 km/h.

Passenger Comfort

Honda set up the Honda Jazz to be the perfect city car, suspensions are set just right and doesn't cause any unneccessary crashy rides.

Conclusion

The Honda Jazz has been the king of practicality since its arrival in 2014. Though the car has lost a number of features in terms of in-car entertainment, the ever useful Ultra Seats are still present and the hatchback still boasts class-leading space. If it's space in a small packaged that you're looking for, then the Honda Jazz is the perfect fit.