It recently launched in Thailand with an equivalent RM55k base price; now the 2014 Honda Jazz has popped up on our sister classifieds site oto.my. The listing says the B-segment hatch could launch in July, and indicates a price of RM75k – pretty much unchanged from the current car’s RM74,800.
UPDATE: A new listing on oto.my suggests a September launch, at the same indicative price of RM75k.
The drivetrain should be similar to our Honda City‘s, comprising a 120 PS/145 Nm 1.5 litre SOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder motor and a CVT. Equipment should mirror the City’s as well, so expect that seven-inch touch-screen, touch-panel auto air-con and full keyless operation to feature on the pricier variants. Oh, and who could forget those Ultra Seats?
Read our review of the Honda City for a reasonable idea of what the new Jazz would be like to drive.
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Comments mainly focus on the perceived high price of the 2014 Honda Jazz in Malaysia at RM75,000 compared to Thailand's RM55,000, with many feeling the local price is inflated due to high taxes and tariffs. Several commenters criticize UMW and Honda Malaysia for profiteering, citing the significant price difference and additional costs like taxes and import duties. Some believe the Malaysian Jazz offers better specifications and value, and express frustration over the lack of certain features and higher fuel consumption. Others compare the Jazz favorably against competitors like the City, Vios, and Yaris, with some suggesting Proton might capitalize on the market opportunity. Overall, there is a strong sentiment that the car is overpriced and that taxes heavily impact the pricing, while some are hopeful for better pricing or hybrid variants in the future.