“The Jazz Hybrid is another example of Honda’s commitment to producing fuel efficient engines for fun, stylish and practical cars,” Honda Australia’s Director and General Manager Sales and Marketing Mr. Stephen Collins said.
The all-new Jazz Hybrid retains the versatility of its petrol-powered stablemate, with Honda’s compact IMA system ensuring the ultra-flexible “Magic Seats” and large boot capacity are maintained. With the rear seats folded flat the Hybrid provides a surprising 722 litres of boot space up to the window.
The Jazz Hybrid has a 1.3 litre i-VTEC engine coupled with the IMA system and Variable Cylinder Management delivering 72KW @ 5800rpm and 167Nm of torque at 1,000-1,700pm. This combines with a Continuous Variable Transmission with Grade logic Control.
The fuel economy figure is 4.5 litres/100km (combined urban/extra urban) with an emission count of just 107g/km of CO2/km.
The Hybrid’s features include Auto idle-stop, Eco Assist, ECON Mode, rear privacy glass, a temporary spare wheel and an 8-year unlimited kilometre warranty on the IMA battery.
Safety is assured with six airbags (front, side and full length curtain) ABS and Brake Assist. Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) and Traction Control System (TCS) are combined with an Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) Body structure.
The audio system features an AM/FM radio, CD with MP3 and steering wheel-mounted controls. There is an Auxiliary Jack, Bluetooth and USB connectivity that is iPod compatible.
Visually, the Jazz Hybrid is distinguished from the rest of the Jazz range with headlights that have a chrome blue surround, clear rear LED tail lights, chrome blue front grille and a chrome tailgate garnish.
The Jazz Hybrid is available in five colours: Alabaster Silver, Fresh Lime Green, Rallye Red, Taffeta White and Polished Metal.
*For flat paint only and excludes dealer delivery and statutory charges. Metallic and Pearlescent paint is $445 extra
Alan Zurvas is the founder and editor of Gay Car Boys, Australia's leading LGBTQI+ automotive publication. Before launching GCB in 2008, Alan's automotive writing was published in SameSame.com.au and the Star Observer. With over 16 years of hands-on car reviewing experience, Alan brings an honest, irreverent voice to every review — championing value and innovation over brand loyalty.
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