Honda Jazz facelift – petrol model at SC KL Marathon

Honda Jazz facelift – petrol model at SC KL Marathon

The facelifted Honda Jazz made its world premiere in Setia City last weekend in i-DCD Sport Hybrid form, but participants of the Standard Chartered KL Marathon 2017 who were at the KL Convention Centre today to collect their race entry packs were treated to a preview of the petrol variant, in top-spec 1.5 V trim.

Exterior revisions are pretty much identical to the one seen on the Hybrid, featuring a new grille with gloss black inserts along with a redesigned front bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights. The rear bumper has also been given a more angular design, while the previous four-cell reverse sensors have been swapped out for a two-cell setup – a change previously seen on the City.

There are a couple of changes not found on its more eco-friendly sibling, however, such as indicators integrated into the side mirrors, as well as the carryover 16-inch alloy wheels – the face is machine-finished as before, but the inside surfaces are now gloss black instead of grey. As on the Hybrid show car, the unit seen here has had the front part of the cabin completely covered up, but one can still see the part-leather seats that are new for the V spec, replacing the previous full-fabric upholstery.

Honda Jazz facelift – petrol model at SC KL Marathon

Meanwhile, dealers have begun releasing preliminary specifications and equipment, with the base S model now getting 15-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry, push-button start, Bluetooth connectivity, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) and Hill Start Assist (HSA).

The mid-spec E now throws in a new discrete 6.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system (same as the facelifted City), a reverse camera and side airbags (bringing the total airbag count to four), while the V now receives paddle shifters. All models also gain ECON mode which softens the throttle response to improve fuel economy.

Although Honda has yet to reveal technical details regarding the petrol model, the car will likely soldier on with the same 1.5 litre i-VTEC four-cylinder engine that produces 120 PS at 6,600 rpm and 145 Nm at 4,600 rpm, mated to an Earth Dream continuously variable transmission (CVT).

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Jonathan Lee

After trying to pursue a career in product design, Jonathan Lee decided to make the sideways jump into the world of car journalism instead. He therefore appreciates the aesthetic appeal of a car, but for him, the driving experience is still second to none.

 

Comments

  • They got too engross with City front look. The jazz grille is fugly.

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  • Maria on May 18, 2017 at 3:44 pm

    Where’s LED headlamp?? I hope it is available for high spec even for hybrid

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  • Lcians on May 18, 2017 at 3:46 pm

    Seriously we need more kia rather than this junk

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  • Anything But Toyota, Greedy Honda, Nissan Tidur on May 18, 2017 at 3:48 pm

    Still rear drum brakes? Honda premium konon

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  • Mikey on May 18, 2017 at 4:54 pm

    Keyless entry, push-button start, Bluetooth connectivity, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) & Hill Start Assist (HSA) used to be a premium features but its now available even for the base S model.

    Bravo to Honda. No wonder there is so many Jazz running around. For those who needed reverse camera, side airbags & paddle shifters, U can upgrade to the higher specs. All models also gain ECON mode which softens the throttle response to improve fuel economy.

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    • Pok nik mat mung on May 18, 2017 at 6:04 pm

      Den punyo sekarang takde econ mode.
      Adohai pun..
      Patutla sekarang 500km jalan pun average 17km/l.
      Kalau econ mode ade mau p 20km/l.

      Hmm trade in la satu

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    • Boswell on May 18, 2017 at 6:05 pm

      Wow, you can read the brochure.

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    • We dun need u to repeat the article.

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  • Joshua N. on May 19, 2017 at 2:27 am

    I wonder whats the fabric looking lining found in the rear wheel area. Is that noise insulation material? Also realized that HR V has that too.

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  • omg disappointing, no LED DRL like the city…3 bulb type led DRL at bottom is so yesterday styling

    btw isit me or the rear hatch door looks loose?
    hope is because they did not shut it fully rather than some loose gap fitting like in city ^^

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  • maxx ltz on May 20, 2017 at 5:22 am

    That car is JAZZ STUPID !

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