2015 Honda Jazz Euro-spec revealed – 1.3 litre i-VTEC

Karen Parry - UK

The 2015 Honda Jazz destined for the European market has been revealed prior to its debut at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show in March. Set to go on sale in the middle of the year, the third-generation B-segment hatch will possess a 1.3 litre i-VTEC engine from Honda’s Earth Dreams Technology umbrella.

The mill produces a total of 102 hp at 6,000 rpm and is mated to either a six-speed manual or CVT transmission. For comparison, the Honda Jazz on sale here boasts a 1.5 litre mill that pumps out 120 hp and is paired only to a CVT gearbox.

Looks wise, nothing much differs between the Euro- and Malaysian-spec except for a lightly reworked front grille design, the addition of a rear wing and a shark’s fin antennae. Inside, Honda’s trademark Ultra Seats are featured – the ingenious seats can be configured into a variety of layouts, allowing owners to load a wide range of items. Cargo capacity is quoted at 354 litres with the seats up and 884 litres with the seats folded.

Karen Parry - UK

Elsewhere, a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system is offered with Honda’s latest Honda Connect platform. It offers a variety of Internet-based services including web browsing, real-time updates on traffic, news and weather conditions as well as access to Honda’s App Centre.

Safety kit on the Euro-spec Honda Jazz includes the firm’s Advanced Driver Assist System safety umbrella – which comes as standard on all but the entry-level variant. The suite of safety features is comprised of a forward collision warning system, lane departure warning and traffic sign recognition capabilities.

GALLERY: 2014 Malaysian-spec Honda Jazz Grade V

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Gregory Sze

An “actor” by training, Gregory Sze realised that he has had enough of drama in his life. Following his number one passion (acting was actually number two), he decided to make the jump into the realm of automotive journalism. He appreciates the simple things in life – a simple car with nothing but back-to-basics mechanical engineering and minimal electronics on board.

 

Comments

  • takNakP1 on Feb 27, 2015 at 10:59 am

    i wonder what will happen to P1 & P2 sales if they sell Jazz 1.3 between 60k to 65K???

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    • jazzy on Feb 27, 2015 at 2:15 pm

      Why the dashboard looks like City? Designers all should be sacked!

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  • Sam "Hailat" Loo on Feb 27, 2015 at 11:05 am

    Mr Gregory Sze…

    Why are some of the pics from the old Jazz GE model (2008-early 2014) ended up on your (mid-)2014 Malaysian-spec Honda Jazz (GK) Grade V gallery…?

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  • I really hope Our Honda City and Jazz could feature Honda Lane Watch and reverse camera. Our car prices just like the cars are made of gold.

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  • kapchai on Feb 27, 2015 at 11:11 am

    Nowadays the cars sold in Malaysia have bigger engines than those sold overseas. Even the JDM Corolla is 1.3/1.5 litres only. Years ago, it was the other way around, cars here were smaller engined. Looks like M’sian are becoming more prosperous or is it because fuel costs are expensive overseas?

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    • IrizX on Feb 27, 2015 at 12:43 pm

      That is Honda’s latest EarthDream engine. Most likely it’s more fuel efficient. There’s a reason to go smaller cc nowadays.

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    • kadajawi (Member) on Feb 27, 2015 at 11:42 pm

      In Europe the VW Polo comes with 60 hp. You can spend more and get 75, 90, …, 200 hp… it’s up to how much you want to spend. Cars in Malaysia are usually much more limited in terms of choices, the engine of choice is usually on the upper end of the spectrum. Say 120 hp for the Polo… not the most powerful there is, but more on the higher spec side of things.

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  • only a 1.3 petrol available in europe?? honda shud issue out an idtec diesel too in order to sell well in Europe…those new 1.6idtec which is available in both the euro civic & crz maybe.

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    • kadajawi (Member) on Feb 27, 2015 at 11:45 pm

      Usually there should be several engines you can pick from… the 2011 Jazz was available with a 1.2 liter petrol, a 1.3 liter hybrid and a 1.4 liter petrol. No diesel though. We’ll have to see what the 2015 Jazz will be available with.

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  • Gargantia on Feb 27, 2015 at 11:39 am

    “Looks wise, nothing much differs between the Euro- and Malaysian-spec”

    Do agree, only big/huge difference are Bolehland selling price and Euro selling price.

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  • heybadigol (Member) on Feb 27, 2015 at 11:53 am

    No diesel option for our diesel loving European friends?

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  • I hope our Honda Jazz and City also could feature the Lane Watch and reverse camera. Our car prices are like the cars are made of gold.

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  • C.P.MOHAN on Feb 27, 2015 at 12:00 pm

    Include expected target group so as to give substance to pricing and marketing.

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  • Honda Malaysia can you please bring in MT car?

    Not everyone will stuck in traffic jam, and even stuck in traffic jam, not everyone will afraid of sore feet.

    Please, at least give us a choice.

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  • Airis on Feb 27, 2015 at 12:06 pm

    Ya lor DRB will never sell it here RM60k price, takut nanti itu game changer car marah.

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  • car-fans on Feb 27, 2015 at 12:18 pm

    Pls come to Msia with RM50K…

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