Word has it that Honda Malaysia is set to introduce the Jazz Hybrid in the country sometime in the first quarter, further widening the choice of hybrids for the consumer. There’s no indicative pricing for the five-door hatch, which made its debut at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, but it should be nicely clear under the RM100k mark and by all accounts cheaper than the Insight, currently the cheapest hybrid in the country.
The Jazz Hybrid is powered by an 88 PS and 121 Nm 1.3 litre SOHC i-VTEC engine, with a new generation Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system made up of a 14 PS and 78 Nm DC brushless electric motor and 0.6 kWh Ni-MH battery pack.
A few subtle cosmetic tweaks help distinguish the car from its petrol-based sibling – these include revised headlamps (with a blue-tint), a new front grille and reworked front and rear bumpers, as well as a new tail lamp cluster. There’s also that signature Lime Green exterior shade to denote its eco-friendly character; wonder if that colour will do well here.
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Comments mostly express excitement and curiosity about the Honda Jazz Hybrid's debut in Malaysia, with some noting its potential price range of RM70,000 to RM80,000. Several appreciate Honda's move toward green technology, while others compare the hybrid technology to other models like the Insight and Prius. There’s discussion on the car's fuel efficiency, battery life, and features, with some skeptics about battery performance and air conditioning during idling. Overall, anticipation is high and positive.