Honda Jazz Facelift Launched At Rs 7.50 Lakh

• Honda has axed the diesel variants of the Jazz.

• It is offered with a 1.2-litre petrol engine with both manual and CVT transmission options.

• Gets redesigned bumpers, front and rear LED lighting, and a sunroof as part of the facelift. 

• Its key rivals are the Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Tata Altroz and Hyundai Elite i20.

After a brief absence from the premium hatchback segment, Honda’s Jazz has finally received the BS6 update along with a mid-life refresh. It is the same facelifted model that was launched in international markets a few years ago. It is available in three variants: V, VX and ZX (new top-spec variant). Here’s a look at its price list:

all prices, ex-showroom Delhi

With this facelift, Honda has axed the diesel variants of the Jazz. The update has made the hatchback costlier by up to Rs 21,000, however, the base-spec V variant offered with the CVT gearbox sees a drop of Rs 15,000 when compared to the BS4 pricing.

In terms of changes, the facelifted Jazz gets a sportier-looking front bumper with hexagonal design elements for housing the LED fog lamps. While it was previously updated with LED tail lamps, Honda has now given the LED treatment to the headlamps (with DRLs) that flank the revised front grille. The updated Jazz also features a slightly tweaked rear bumper for a more premium and sportier appeal.

The new Jazz sees no changes inside its cabin and continues to be offered with a dual-tone interior. Like the BS4 model, the new Jazz still features cruise control (now offered as standard), paddle-shifter (CVT variants only), a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, auto AC, and a sunroof (limited to the top-spec ZX variant). The design of the 15-inch alloy wheels remains unchanged from the BS4 model. Safety features on offer include dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors.

Under the hood, the BS6 Jazz is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine (seen on the WR-V) while the previously offered 1.5-litre diesel engine (100PS/200Nm) has been shown the door. The petrol unit pushes out 90PS and 110Nm and is available with both 5-speed manual and 7-step CVT transmission options. While the manual gearbox comes as standard, the CVT gearbox is offered as an option from the base variant. The claimed fuel-efficiency figures of the manual and CVT-equipped variants stand at 16.6kmpl and 17.1kmpl respectively.

Honda’s Jazz rekindles its rivalry with the likes of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno/Toyota Glanza, Tata Altroz, Hyundai Elite i20, and Volkswagen Polo. For now, the Tata Altroz is the only premium hatchback to be offered with a diesel engine but that is set to change soon with the arrival of the third-gen Hyundai Elite i20.

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