Honda Jazz Mk2
The master of small-car packaging and legendary reliability.
- Power
- 99 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 11.8 s
- Top speed
- 113 mph
About the Honda Jazz Mk2
The second-generation Honda Jazz, known as the GE series, refined the 'tall-boy' hatchback formula that made its predecessor a global success. The 1.4 i-VTEC EX was the range-topping trim in the UK, featuring a panoramic glass roof, cruise control, and climate control as standard. Its defining feature remains the 'Magic Seats' system, which allows the rear seat bases to flip up like cinema chairs or fold completely flat, providing class-leading versatility. While not a performance car, the i-VTEC engine is remarkably durable and efficient, making it a staple of the used market for those prioritising practicality and low running costs.
Honda Jazz Mk2 specs
The Honda Jazz Mk2 produces 99 bhp (74 kW) and 127 Nm (94 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 11.8 seconds and has a top speed of 113 mph (182 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | Jazz |
| Generation | Mk2 |
| Trim | 1.4 i-VTEC EX |
| Years | 2008–2015 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 1.3-litre inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,339 cc (1.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 99 bhp (74 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 127 Nm (94 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 11.8 s |
| Top speed | 113 mph (182 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,119 kg (2,467 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 88 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Honda Jazz Mk2 rarity in CarSpot
The Honda Jazz Mk2 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Honda Jazz Mk2 fun facts
- Despite being marketed as a 1.4-litre in Europe, the engine actually has a displacement of 1,339cc, which is technically a 1.3-litre unit.
- The 'Magic Seats' system is made possible by Honda placing the fuel tank under the front seats rather than the rear.
- The Jazz is sold as the Honda Fit in Japan, China, and the Americas, where it consistently ranks as one of the best-selling small cars.
