Verdict
The Honda Jazz GK Facelift is the modest step forward, not a mechanical rewrite. Both use a 1,497 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine with 118 hp and 145 Nm, a G-Design Shift CVT, 5.6 L/100 km rated economy and a 363-litre boot. The RM676 gap buys keyless entry and push-button start, an electroluminescent analogue cluster, a handbrake and a front-seat seatbelt reminder. For a Malaysian used-car buyer, the earlier Honda Jazz GK remains the sharper buy if those convenience items do not matter; its RM90 annual road tax and running hardware are unchanged.
Pick the Honda Jazz GK if you want the same 118 hp 1.5-litre CVT mechanical package for RM676 less and can live with a manual key.
Pick the Honda Jazz GK Facelift if keyless entry, push-button start and a clearer electroluminescent analogue cluster matter to you.
Key differences
- Price: Honda Jazz GK RM69,566; Honda Jazz GK Facelift RM70,242.
- Engine start: Honda Jazz GK manual key; Honda Jazz GK Facelift keyless push button.
- Door locking: Honda Jazz GK remote-control activation; Honda Jazz GK Facelift keyless operation.
- Instrument cluster: Honda Jazz GK has no listed cluster feature; Honda Jazz GK Facelift gets an electroluminescent analogue cluster.
- Parking brake: Honda Jazz GK has no parking-brake type listed; Honda Jazz GK Facelift has a handbrake.
- Seatbelt reminder: Honda Jazz GK has none listed; Honda Jazz GK Facelift reminds front-seat occupants.
GK
- RM676 lower purchase price.
- Same 1,497 cc, 118 hp and 145 Nm drivetrain.
- Same 363-litre boot and ULTRA Seats.
- Manual key instead of keyless push-button start.
- No listed electroluminescent analogue cluster or front-seat seatbelt reminder.
GK Facelift
- Keyless operation and push-button start.
- Electroluminescent analogue instrument cluster.
- Front-seat seatbelt reminder.
- Costs RM676 more for unchanged 118 hp drivetrain and 5.6 L/100 km rated economy.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM69,566✓ | RM70,242 |
| Body type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM90 | RM90 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve SOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake valve timing | 16-valve SOHC, naturally aspirated with variable intake valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,497 cc | 1,497 cc |
| Horsepower | 118 hp | 118 hp |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3 | 10.3 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT Automatic | CVT Automatic |
| Transmission Name | G-Design Shift CVT | G-Design Shift CVT |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Honda | Honda |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| Rated Economy | 5.6 L/100 km | 5.6 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,955 mm | 3,955 mm |
| Width | 1,694 mm | 1,694 mm |
| Height | 1,524 mm | 1,524 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,530 mm | 2,530 mm |
| Weight | 1,067 kg | 1,067 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 363 litres | 363 litres |
| Front Tyre | 175/65R15 | 175/65R15 |
| Rear Tyre | 175/65R15 | 175/65R15 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 15 | 15" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 15 | 15" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ASEAN NCAP | 4 stars — With 2 airbags with no stability control | 4 stars — With 2 airbags with no stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger | Driver and Passenger |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-Point | 5 Three-Point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer rear passenger seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | Front Seats Only |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Halogen Reflector | Halogen Reflector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustable | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Manual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base | Manual Recline ULTRA Seats, 60:40 Split-folding, Tip-up Base |
| Front Air-con | Manual Air-con | Manual Air-con |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 3 Front | 3 Front |
| Audio | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers | Radio CD/MP3 Player with 4 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Down only |
| Engine Start | Manual Key | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote Control Activation | Keyless Operation |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | Free labour for 1,000 km, 10,000 km, 30,000 km, 50,000 km, 70,000 km and 90,000 km intervals | Free 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.
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GK vs GK Facelift FAQ
Is the Honda Jazz GK or Honda Jazz GK Facelift better?
The Honda Jazz GK Facelift is better equipped with keyless entry, push-button start, an electroluminescent analogue cluster and a front-seat seatbelt reminder. The Honda Jazz GK delivers the same engine, CVT, fuel-consumption rating, dimensions and boot space for less.
What is the price difference?
The Honda Jazz GK Facelift costs RM676 more: RM70,242 versus RM69,566 for the Honda Jazz GK.
Does the Honda Jazz GK Facelift have more power or better fuel economy?
No. Both have a 1,497 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 118 hp and 145 Nm, use a G-Design Shift CVT, and carry the same 5.6 L/100 km rated economy figure.