Honda Jazz

The Honda Jazz is a five-seat hatchback that has been in production since 2001. It is powered by a 1.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 69 kW, with a top speed of 177 km/h and CO₂ emissions of 115 g/km. The vehicle measures 3,914 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,136 kg. In Norway, the Jazz saw a notable surge in new registrations, peaking at 216 vehicles in 2021 before declining to 101 in 2022, with a total of 542 registrations recorded between 2019 and 2022.
| Manufacturer | Honda |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2001 |
| Body type | Hatchback |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 72 kW (97 hp) |
| CO₂ (WLTP) | 107 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,316 kg |
| Displacement | 1,328 cc |
| Top speed | 177 km/h |
| Length | 3,939 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,699 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
New registrations in Norway
Number of Honda Jazz registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Honda Jazz cars registered for the first time across 30 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 12,153 |
| Italy | 2,966 |
| Germany | 1,699 |
| France | 1,324 |
| Spain | 966 |
| Austria | 353 |
| Belgium | 292 |
| Netherlands | 275 |
| Poland | 165 |
| Portugal | 165 |
| Sweden | 142 |
| Hungary | 130 |
| Ireland | 127 |
| Greece | 117 |
| Denmark | 98 |
Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Honda Jazz (from registration data). 3 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 174 km/h | – | – |
| 1.3 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 178 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 175 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Generations
Other Honda models
Similar Hatchback models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 81% of Honda Jazzs pass their MOT test first time, based on 327,822 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
1 recall recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Honda Jazz. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Portugal)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-08-05
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Honda recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Honda Jazz?
- The Honda Jazz has a rated top speed of 177 km/h.
- How much power does the Honda Jazz have?
- The Honda Jazz produces 72 kW (97 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Honda Jazz?
- The Honda Jazz is 3,939 mm long, 1,699 mm wide and 1,540 mm tall.
- How much does the Honda Jazz weigh?
- The Honda Jazz has a kerb weight of about 1,316 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Honda Jazz?
- The Honda Jazz emits 107 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Honda Jazz have?
- The Honda Jazz has 5 seats.