Honda Jazz third generation

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The Honda Jazz third generation (2009–2020): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GK, GP · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	3,900 mm RDW	4,060–4,110 mm TC	–
Width	1,700 mm RDW	1,690–1,700 mm TC	1,695 mm
Height	1,530 mm RDW	1,480–1,520 mm TC	1,525–1,550 mm
Wheelbase	2,500 mm RDW	2,500–2,530 mm TC	2,530 mm
Front track	1,480–1,495 mm ASTRA	1,460–1,500 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,460–1,475 mm ASTRA	1,460–1,470 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,019–1,134 kg RDW	1,121–1,170 kg TC	1,020–1,230 kg
Mass in running order	1,119–1,234 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,520–1,610 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,000 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	450 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	4 RDW	–	–
Boot space	–	–	354 L
Luggage space (EPA)	–	481–595 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,577–2,718 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	175–182 km/h RDW	–	173–190 km/h
Torque	114–127 Nm ASTRA	–	78–155 Nm
Electric
Range (EPA/NRCan)	–	132 km EPA	–
Charging time at 240 V	–	4.0 h EPA	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 175/65R15, 185/55R16

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2012–2013: ★★★★☆ · 2015–2020: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
6–8 years	93.1% (92.8–93.5)	86.4%	18,234
9–12 years	89.5% (89.3–89.6)	77.9%	213,739
13 years and older	81.8% (81.6–82.0)	69.2%	125,093

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	27.3%	31.1%
Brakes	26.2%	30.2%
Lights and electrics	15.3%	21.0%
Suspension	15.0%	31.6%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	8.1%	9.5%
Steering	4.5%	5.4%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

1,610 complaints for model years 2009–2020. 102 crashes · 10 fires · 100 injuries

Airbags 407
Electrical system 337
Fuel system 169
Engine 163
Transmission and drivetrain 139
Steering 98

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 12 versions of the Honda Jazz third generation

United States 8 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂	Electric range
2015–2020SIDI	1.5 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	Front-wheel drive	33–36 MPG (6.5–7.1 L/100 km) EPA	153–166 g/km	–
2015–2020SIDI	1.5 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	31–32 MPG (7.4–7.6 L/100 km) EPA	175–178 g/km	–
2018SIDI	1.5 L	Petrol	7-speed automated manual	Front-wheel drive	33 MPG (7.1 L/100 km) EPA	166 g/km	–
2013–2014	Electric motor	Electric	Automatic	Front-wheel drive	118 MPGe EPA	0 g/km	132 km
2009–2013	1.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA	190 g/km	–
2013	1.5 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	30–31 MPG (7.6–7.8 L/100 km) EPA	181–190 g/km	–
2009–2012CLKUP	1.5 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	31 MPG (7.6 L/100 km) EPA	178 g/km	–
2009–20122MODE CLKUP	1.5 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	30 MPG (7.8 L/100 km) EPA	184 g/km	–

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2015–2020Station wagon: Small	1.5 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	7.3–7.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	168–174 g/km
2015–2020Station wagon: Small	1.5 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	6.4–7.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	147–166 g/km
2009–2014Station wagon: Small	1.5 L	Petrol	5-speed automatic	7.5 L/100 km 5-cycle	172–173 g/km
2009–2014Station wagon: Small	1.5 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	7.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	177 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.