Facelift for hybrid Honda Jazz e:HEV

At the end of October, Honda put the Jazz, called Fit in Japan, on the cutting table. Even then it became clear that Jazz in Europe would also be modernized in the long term. Now the time has come for the facelifted European Honda Jazz e:HEV to be presented. Honda introduces, among other things, a new Advance Sport version and takes care of the hybrid powertrain of the Jazz.

Honda Jazz (2020-2023)

Until recently, the hybrid Honda Jazz e:HEV had a system power of 109 hp. That is now more. The electric part of the powertrain delivers more power and the 1.5 petrol engine also gets extra horsepower. The new system power is 122 hp and – as before – 131 Nm. Honda sharpens the transmission, with the result that the Jazz shifts smoother according to its creators. Throttle response should also be more direct. The petrol engine now also shifts up at a higher speed. Good news: every Jazz e:HEV can tow up to 500 kilos.

The new Advance Sport trim has stiffer springs and dampers at both the front and rear. This sportier version of the Honda Jazz has its own front bumper, a modified grille, gloss black side mirror caps and special 16-inch alloy wheels. You will also find chairs finished with synthetic suede and imitation leather in this variant. Things like the new steering wheel, armrest and door panels are finished with yellow stitching in the Jazz Advance Sport. The Elegance and Advance models also get a new grille. The cooling slot that used to be under the Honda logo moves up slightly, increasing the distance between that slot and the license plate. The grille now fits closer to the headlights. Honda is also introducing new wheels and colors for the Advance versions. The more adventurous Jazz Crosstar remains. The Crosstar version retains its larger upper grille, although it is filled in differently. In the bumpers you will find silver-colored inserts and the Jazz Crosstar gets new side skirts.

Honda brings, among other things, a new camera to the Jazz, which should provide better all-round visibility. Traffic Jam Assist is now able to provide steering assistance from just 1 km/h. The updated Honda Jazz will probably come to the Netherlands in the first quarter.