Really glad I found this channel mate. I think your reviews are excellent and enjoy the "classics" as well! I'm pleased you enjoyed the drive in these. We need a do-it-all, have had a 2005 Fit for 10 years as our "second car" (makes me feel flash saying that) that we just can't figure out a reason to sell having daily driven it and shifted house in it (3 times and at distance) and road tripped in it...We liked the Crosstar and then we also sat in a grey RS and thought we'd look way cool (ok my wife thinks only granmas drive these)..the exterior design is a step up. From certain angles they look great (my left eye has a cataract so..).but the interior is outstanding. I think they nailed it. We just love the space and the magic seats and the looks now. And we liked the grey Civic Type R as well. We liked it very, very much indeed. It was also in grey. But it's gone....sigh....

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah man definitely make ideal 2nd cars. So much room, well built, and now even better fuel economy. I’ll buy one at some point I’m sure

i was just focus on these new jazz ur channel just on time🎉

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Good timing!

Noticible jump up in quality, great job! :)

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man

Nice review mate! In these days of absurd fuel prices the Jazz would be a good shout! Interior is very nice for the small car segment and it seems quick enough for most normal driving situations.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah for sure man

_Another great review, something a little different. I’ve test driven the new 11th gen Civic Hybrid and came away very impressed with the level of sophistication & handling for a “hybrid”. Sounds like the Jazz is in the same league_ 🙌🏼

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah man very similar

Great overview of the new models. Honda South Africa also gets very similar specs to NZ, except they've switched the Jazz to the Fit name for this generation. But I still find it weird that our indicator stalk is on the left (like the Euro cars), and not on the right as I've always known and expected Japanese cars to be.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Maybe yours are made in a different factory? That is a bit odd tho aye

@fridgemagnet9831

Жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife maybe but it's made in Japan too.

I have got my new Jazz RS for couple of months now. It really nice to to drive and lots of fun to drive as well. Only the sales man wasn’t response much otherwise overall it’s very good experience to have one of this small car.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Good to hear!

They've just introduced Jazz in Fiji and its very interesting, kept hearing its fuel consumption is so good. Great choice for first time car buyers. Thank you for the video.

@KiwiCarLife

Ай бұрын

Excellent!

Loved that interior

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

It's nice aye

Look very smart. These new facelift models are just about to go on sale here in the UK.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Good stuff

Really wish we get Jazz back in Australia truly a clever package

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah man I think they’d be popular over there

@lxlmx98

4 ай бұрын

You can’t without homologating it to ADR.

Interior is perfect

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah I love it aye

Wow this is the first I’m hearing of this and looks to be exactly what I’m after as a daily 😅

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Would recommend!

Handsome little Honda, wish they kept the Jazz in the states. Dark and spooky alleyway looks very familiar hah.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

It’s definitely better than before

Excellent video. Does the RS have a firmer suspension than the Sport or are they quite similar over the bumps in the road?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Pretty similar

The RS is my next car. I really enjoyed test driving one.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Would recommend

Great review guys. Such a shame Honda no longer sell the Jazz here in Australia.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yes true

@lxlmx98

4 ай бұрын

Blame ADR

Nice review. So the difference between the 2 are leather seats/warp upholstery, wireless charging, paddle shifter, paint choices. For the adaptive cruise control on sport, isit in the RS as well? The engine sound when you floor the RS, does sport produce that sound also?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yep correct

@RobNapier-ce4oh

Жыл бұрын

Both Jaazes have the full Honda Sensing Suite including adaptive cruise and LKAS. The shifting sound is only on the RS.

As a (rare) American who really enjoyed owning a 2nd gen 5MT Fit Sport (Jazz), I gotta say this new gen really steps up the quality and feature set. But the styling isn't as sporty as past generations and enthusiasts would prefer a proper manual transmission. I'm also really sad that all small sub-compact cars like this have been cut from our market. These video reviews are the closest I'll get to one of these great little cars.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it is sad. They’re extremely popular here. Top selling small car

@avery4528

Жыл бұрын

The smaller the vehicle, the tighter the profit margin. Combine that with a general consumer preference for large SUVs and ridiculous financing options and the small cars margins were trending negative.

@marvin2678

Жыл бұрын

@@avery4528 how is the profi margin smaller ?

@marvin2678

Жыл бұрын

what did you dislike ?

@Phrancis5

Жыл бұрын

@@avery4528 Yup, the profit margin is unfortunately much tighter for small cars.

Just curious to know if your Aussie neighbours would be able to purchase a jazz and ship it across to these shores as it's not available in OZ Honda line up..

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Probably could

Please tell me two things: (a) am I correct in surmising that at all speeds, now the engine js more powerful that means it doesn't have to work so hard as the outgoing model and (b) does it additionally follow that at all speeds - repeat, at all speeds- the cabin is now a noticeably quieter place?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Not really no

Great review! In Singapore, this facelifted Jazz is called the 'New Jazz' and is released along side the Crosstar in late 2022. How is the Crosstar eHEV (which you recently reviewed) different to this facelifted Jazz eHEV? Are the interior exactly the same? Are the only differences exterior body styling?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

We don't get the Crosstar e:HEV here.

@21stcg17

Жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife Oh! You reviewed the Crosstar 1.5! 😅 My bad, my bad. How is the ride quality of the Crosstar like compared to this facelifted Jazz?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

@@21stcg17 very similar

KiwiCarLife; keen for your feedback on the B mode in the LS vs the paddles in the RS. A Honda dealer principal told me this week the RS paddles were a gimmick but we live on a steep hill and I cannot convince my partner to use paddles for engine braking whereas from my trucking background I always use them. The LS appeals due to the extra soft fruit [leather, heated seats, wireless charger] but if you felt the RS paddles were offering better regenerative braking that might be the key issue. It does annoy me that Honda don't fully apply their safety suite to the Jazz; no BSM or RCTA whereas it's finally in the ZRV. Seems like a major fail for a city car.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah RS definitely has stronger regen braking than the Luxe. And imo BSM and RCTA are gimmicks for people who can’t drive. I’ve never owned a car with any active safety features and I’m quite happy about that. Cruise control and Bluetooth/Aux are literally the only two features I care about. The rest is all relating to the drive, handling, gearbox, engine etc. But yeah would be nice if it had it

How does the new Jazz HEV perform in steep inclined roads? The engine has some good torque, wich drives the generator, and the generator drives the electric motors. How does the torque translate, specially when climbing inclined roads? Any tests done in this aspect? Thanks for the insight.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah they’re good

Actually considering selling my CM2 for one of these. But here in the Netherlands we have such ridiculous prices. These go for 35K euro at the moment. Maybe ill put up with the accord for another year or two, and get a used one. This facelift looks a lot better as well.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Gee they’re 36k nzd here

Great review! We have a 2022 Luxe with the brown interior, love it, and flippin quick off the mark. Really like the RS model but wish Honda NZ would bring in the Civic Hybrid, I'd trade my Civic Hatch RS at the drop of a hat!!!

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah man would love to see a Civic RS Hybrid here too

@RobNapier-ce4oh

Жыл бұрын

Honda NZ doesn't anticipate getting the Civic hybrid any time soon (sadly). How about a hybrid SUV built on the Civic platform that will spin your head?? Due here in NZ in May?? Yep....get ready for the ZR-V!! ---- Your MGM Luxe is incredible, but the added 10Kw of the 2023 make it a ROCKET in comparison. (and with most of it coming from the electric side, no decrease in fuel economy)

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

@@RobNapier-ce4oh Yep no Civic e:HEV but ZR-V e:HEV is here early may

Nice review! But you mentioned little about the different driving modes offered by the RS. You had the chance to tell if you may prefer the Sport mode of RS to the Normal mode of the Luxe Sport. And maybe you could test if two trims have different suspension tuning and handling feedback.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Let’s be honest, most people who are buying these cars couldn’t care less

@leekuan2007

Жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife Then in your opinion what is the decision factor(s) for a consumer to choose the RS over the LS, or vice versa?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

@@leekuan2007 do you want heated leather seats and wireless charger for $300 more? Or do you not like leather and want a sportier look like the old gk5 RS

@RobNapier-ce4oh

Жыл бұрын

The three drive modes of the RS (Sport/Normal/Eco) not only affect the throttle response, but the suspension as well . In Sport mode the suspension is tight and the ride quite.....firm. In Eco mode the throttle response is less responsive, the EV "assistance" tends to be more frequent even at higher speeds and the suspension is much softer than in Sport mode. That being said, it is still a firmer ride in Eco in the RS than the luxurious (but tight) ride of the Luxe Sport. Fractionally better fuel economy in the RS using Eco mode than the Luxe Sport IF you use the regenerative braking paddles too.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

@@RobNapier-ce4oh Correct about throttle response, however the new Jazz does not have adaptive dampers or steering so there is no way for it to adjust the steering response or suspension firmness

I have Honda Fit GP4 2012, imported to Sri Lanka in 2015 1st owner in SL still driving the same with 150000km in ODO… SL band imports since 2020… is this feel like GP4… Glad if you can compare both…

@KiwiCarLife

2 ай бұрын

I see that’s annoying they don’t allow import

I think RS has a wide field of view and the performance of the suspension and damper is very good.😊

@KiwiCarLife

6 ай бұрын

It's a great car!

One of the best moments is my lovely New Zealand 🇳🇿 ice cream 🤭 Nice review 👌🏻

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Nice

No grey color for the Sport trim on the Honda NZ website tho.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

There is, only with brown interior

Should have done a 0-100. Friendly tip, maybe include 0-100 times in all future car reviews? Gives some sort of a perspective

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

0-100 hasn’t really changed. Still right on 8s

@akie64

Жыл бұрын

Maybe do a review yourself buuty.

@14bqdonk

Жыл бұрын

That's not important lol

Do you think the roof-spoiler on the Jazz reduces drag?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

It’s really not that kind of car where it matters hahah

So sad we don't get them here in the U.S. anymore! 😭

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s unfortunate

So sad they didn't sell this in Malaysia anymore 😢

@KiwiCarLife

9 ай бұрын

Sad times

Honda should bring this vehicle to the States.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

That would be cool

I still want to see one sent on the Touge

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Haha would love to

RS and Sport are looking bad ass... But i still love my 2021 Honda Jazz e:hev "Wolf in sheep's clothing" 😏

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah the old ones were a bit less racy

The previous gen hybrid variant seems to have more power and is quicker with the DCT

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

I’ve driven both and it definitely doesn’t haha

@davaunfrancis590

Жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife doesn’t the previous gen have 135hp? Heard you said in the video that this gen has 120hp

Is it really CVT? I don't think so. It has a hybrid technology

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Hybrid technology refers to a totally different system to the transmission. The 1.5L engine is still connected to the wheels via a CVT

I actually wouldn't mind having the RS one as a daily so I don't spend a fortune on petrol in my turbo accord every day

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah man they’re ideal to blat to and from work in

Not gonna lie the previous generation looks better. This gives me nanny whip vibes

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Fair

@nostalgiclife1075

Жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife sorry bro 🥲

@christopherjohnston6343

Жыл бұрын

Tbf Jazz has always been a favorite with Nana's

@dong700

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you from out looking point of view. But if ever test drive the new model you feel how much differences they have between two generations.

@nostalgiclife1075

Жыл бұрын

@@dong700 that's fair, I will admit the interior is awesome

Shame we don't get Jazz anymore in Australia

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah annoying aye

It's a shame the Jazz is no longer being sold in Indonesia, even though this car is selling well here 😔

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah no idea why aye

Man, I have no idea why they cut the Jazz from Australia. I see so many of every model still driving around. Missed opportunity with the state of our car market.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

No idea man...

@paulklp8262

Жыл бұрын

Looks better than any Civic and the eHEV is brilliant. Shame.

@jay-uo2bi

Жыл бұрын

They aren't making the fourth gen of Jazz in Thailand so Honda Australia deemed it not profitable to import. Honda Australia has lost the plot though, 47k+ for Civic, still selling old gen Accord/CRV and no longer selling the Jazz. I wouldn't be surprised if they end up only offering 2-3 models in the near future.

@scareyaf

Жыл бұрын

@@jay-uo2bi Yeah it's unreal. The entire car market is dying. Very sad to see. I have no idea who's idea it was to drop small city cars in favor of massive SUV's and soft roaders. Rubs me the entirely wrong way when we're supposed to be about efficiency and sustainability and massive cars go completely against that. Makes me wonder if the government has given car manufacturers an ultimatum of sorts here.

I don't know why but Fit is way less popular than Yaris here in Japan.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

That is weird actually

Why does every RS badge in the industry look the same?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

lol

Now if they would just sell them in the US

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Mmmm would be good if they did

It's always been an odd looking car but the bug eye headlights and weird A pillar glass design are goofy as hell

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

I've come round to the looks personally

@jay-uo2bi

Жыл бұрын

Without it's distinctive looks and practical design, it's not a Jazz!

And here we are we get City hatchback which is same equipped as last gen Jazz, why? Because Indonesian doesn't like round and cute cars

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Ah yes

Weirdly, the jazz RS is cheaper than the luxe sport.

@KiwiCarLife

5 ай бұрын

Correct

Egg with plastic cladding is present

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

HAHAH

bruuuuh you didn't even show us the 0-60 times you did...nice review though

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

Adaptive cruise control is rubbish. It cuts out below 3o km/hr. My Vw goes all the way to zero.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah the civic and crv go to zero, dunno why this doesn’t…

05:28 - these colors are... ridiculous. Who could possibly buy this version of interior?

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

B r o w n

pretty expensive for small car! not a fan of CVT transmission, i own the first gen EHEV Jazz and really not enjoying the trany! Still regretting not getting the Yaris Cross hybrid instead! But by saying that i really enjoy the interior cabin it is very well thought design which something i dont like about the Yaris Cross' typical toyota old style dash.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Fair enough. Yaris cross coats way more and still has CVT though

I have a 2013 Honda Fit, and really miss that Honda quit bringing them into North America. I do not want a !##$A SUV, which apparently is all they think North Americans drive. Guess next machine will be from someone else. 2023 Jazz looks like it meets my requirements perfectly. Too bad.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Yeah unfortunate

Front design looks sad

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Ah yes

Jeez. How Honda managed to make the Jazz look so ugly with the current gen is a mystery in itself

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

It’s honestly not that bad. Drives great

@acescok

Жыл бұрын

@@KiwiCarLife You’re right mate. once you’re sat inside, all that matters is how it puts a smile on your face 😊 owner of a 1st gen Jazz myself 👍

That front end is so god damn ugly, seems like a decent daily for driving around the city though

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Good on the open road too

@pass_the_flask

Жыл бұрын

@iZainYT Looks like a squished face. Compared to any of the other generations (especially gen1) it looks disgusting. Safe for pedestraians im sure

I keep my Mini Cooper electric over any of these two Hondas! Done spending money on petrol and sending my money to the oil sheiks in the Middle East.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

So you’ll send money to the slave lithium mines in the Congo instead? Interesting

3:48 that is the most miserable sounding engine I have ever heard. Thats coming from someone who owned a prius for work.

@KiwiCarLife

Жыл бұрын

Lol

@pass_the_flask

Жыл бұрын

Is it the actual engine though or just audio being pumped into the cabin? Why does it have fake shifts.. lmao

@Vikturus22

Жыл бұрын

@@pass_the_flask why it has fake shifts. because even honda know CVTS Are shit and dont want others to know. It is sadly the actual engine noise