Car Buyer's Guide

Honda Jazz: GE Facelift vs GK Facelift

Honda Jazz GE Facelift

Honda Jazz GE Facelift

Honda Jazz GK Facelift

Honda Jazz GK Facelift

Verdict

The Honda Jazz GK Facelift is the stronger new-versus-outgoing buy: it costs RM2,424 less at RM70,242, yet brings a 363-litre boot against 337 litres, a 2,530-mm wheelbase against 2,500 mm and a 1,067-kg kerb weight against 1,110 kg. Its CVT also has a quoted 5.6 L/100 km figure and the warranty runs five years with unlimited mileage. The GE counters with stability control, front foglamps and a 42-litre tank, but its five-speed automatic, 3-year/100,000-km warranty and higher price make it harder to justify unless those safety and equipment items matter most.

GE Facelift

Pick the Honda Jazz GE Facelift if stability control, front foglamps and folding wing mirrors matter more than a longer warranty and larger boot.

GK Facelift

Pick the Honda Jazz GK Facelift if you want the lower RM70,242 price, CVT, 363-litre boot and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty.

Key differences

  • Price: GE RM72,666; GK RM70,242.
  • Transmission: GE five-speed conventional automatic; GK G-Design Shift CVT.
  • Wheelbase: GE 2,500 mm; GK 2,530 mm.
  • Kerb weight: GE 1,110 kg; GK 1,067 kg.
  • Boot space: GE 337 litres; GK 363 litres.
  • Warranty: GE 3 years/100,000 km; GK 5 years/unlimited mileage.

GE Facelift

  • Stability control is fitted.
  • Front foglamps and folding wing mirrors.
  • 42-litre fuel tank, versus 40 litres.
  • Costs RM2,424 more.
  • 337-litre boot is 26 litres smaller.
  • 3-year/100,000-km warranty falls short of five years with unlimited mileage.

GK Facelift

  • RM2,424 lower purchase price.
  • 363-litre boot and 2,530-mm wheelbase.
  • 5-year unlimited-mileage warranty and quoted 5.6 L/100 km economy.
  • No stability control, while the GE has it.
  • No front foglamps, wing-mirror turn indicators or folding wing mirrors.
  • 40-litre fuel tank is 2 litres smaller.
Price & overview
PriceRM72,666RM70,242
Body typeHatchbackHatchback
SegmentB-SegmentB-Segment
AssemblyCKDCKD
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM90RM90
Powertrain
Engine Tech16-valve SOHC, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing16-valve SOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake valve timing
Capacity1,497 cc1,497 cc
Horsepower118 hp118 hp
Torque146 Nm145 Nm
FuelPetrolPetrol
Bore73 mm73 mm
Compression Ratio10.410.3
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticCVT Automatic
Transmission Name5-Speed AutomaticG-Design Shift CVT
Gears5
Transmission ManufacturerHondaHonda
DrivelineFront Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
Rated Economy5.6 L/100 km
Dimensions
Length3,900 mm3,955 mm
Width1,695 mm1,694 mm
Height1,525 mm1,524 mm
Wheelbase2,500 mm2,530 mm
Weight1,110 kg1,067 kg
Fuel Tank42 litres40 litres
Doors55
Seats55
Boot Space337 litres363 litres
Front Tyre175/65R15175/65R15
Rear Tyre175/65R15175/65R15
Spare TyreSpace SaverSpace Saver
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Malaysia (CKD)
Front SuspensionMacPherson StrutMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion BeamTorsion Beam
Front Wheels15" Alloy15" Alloy
Rear Wheels15" Alloy15" Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Crash Safety Ratings
EuroNCAP5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control
ANCAP5 stars — With 6 airbags and stability control
ASEAN NCAP4 stars — With 2 airbags with no stability control
Safety
AirbagsDriver and PassengerDriver and Passenger
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Child Safety LockManual for rear doorsManual for rear doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point5 Three-Point
ISOFIXAvailable for two outer rear passenger seatsAvailable for two outer rear passenger seats
Lane-keeping AssistNo
Seatbelt ReminderFront Seats Only
Lighting
HeadlampsHalogen ReflectorHalogen Reflector
TaillampsLED CombinationLED Combination
Front Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsManual AdjustableManual Adjustable
Rear SeatsManual Recline, 60:40 Split Folding, ULTRA SeatManual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base
Front Air-conManual Air-conManual Air-con
Power Sockets1 Front1 Front
Interior LightingMap LightsMap Lights
Cup Holders4 Front, 1 Rear3 Front
AudioRadio CD/MP3 Player with Four SpeakersRadio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and DownFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only
Engine StartManual KeyKeyless Push Button
LocksRemote Control ActivationKeyless Operation
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Folding Wing Mirrors
Instrument ClusterElectroluminescent Analogue
Parking BrakeHandbrake
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer100,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer3 years5 years
Warranty NotesFree service for 1,000 km, 5,000 km and 10,000 km intervalsFree labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

GE Facelift vs GK Facelift FAQ

Is the Honda Jazz GE Facelift or Honda Jazz GK Facelift better?

The Honda Jazz GK Facelift is the better buy on price, boot space, wheelbase, weight and warranty. Choose the GE instead only if its stability control, front foglamps and folding mirrors are decisive for you.

What is the price difference?

The Honda Jazz GK Facelift costs RM70,242, which is RM2,424 less than the Honda Jazz GE Facelift at RM72,666.

Which Honda Jazz is safer?

The GE Facelift has the clearer safety advantage because it gets stability control. It also carries five-star EuroNCAP and ANCAP results stated with six airbags and stability control, while the GK has a four-star ASEAN NCAP result stated with two airbags and no stability control.

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