Review

Based on little more than the impression created by the Honda Jazz’s solidity and the extra visibility allowed by its raised driving position, the cabin of our long-termer feels a safe place to be.

Testing by Euro NCAP has shown this appearance is far more than skin deep. It has awarded the range its maximum five-star rating. It has also named the Jazz as the safest supermini available in the UK.

Part of the reason behind this is the 71% it received in the safety-assist category, which covers driver-assist technologies such as lane departure warning and autonomous emergency braking (AEB). 

AEB is standard across the Jazz range, while an advanced driver assist (ADAS) system is fitted as standard on mid and upper grades, including our range-topping EX Navi car. It is an option on the base model. The ADAS package features five active safety aids: forward collision warning, traffic sign recognition system, intelligent speed limiter, lane departure warning and high beam support system.

Fortunately, during my time so far with the car I haven’t found out how effective the AEB system is, but the rest of the safety technology has proved useful and easy to use.  

Forward collision warning uses a camera to detect the risk of collision with the vehicle in front, triggering a bright orange light in the instrument panel and sounding audible warnings that a crash is imminent. 

I’ve found this to be too sensitive, sometimes going off when passing parked cars, but I would prefer it this way.

Of the other technologies, I’ve found high beam support to be the most useful. This automatically switches between main beam and dipped headlights dependent on traffic and the car’s surroundings. The speed it reacts is impressive, meaning the risk of dazzling other motorists is minimal.

Overall, the Jazz continues to impress, and it’s comforting to know the feeling of safety is backed up by fact.

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Specs

Manufacturer Honda
Model Jazz
Specification Jazz Hatch 5Dr 1.3i-VTEC 102 SS €6 EX Navi 6Spd 16MY
Model Year 0.00
Annual VED (Road tax) £0
BIK List Price £16,700
CO2 120g/km
BIK Percentage 21%
Insurance Group N/A
CC N/A
Fuel Type Petrol
Vehicle Type Small car
Luggage capacity (Seats up) 5litres

Running Costs

55.4 MPG
120g/km CO2
£0 VED
P11D £16,700
Insurance group N/A
Fuel Type Petrol
Cost per mile 52.73ppm
Fuel 9.11ppm
Depreciation 41.93ppm
Service maintenance and repair 1.69ppm

Info at a glance

  • P11D Price
    £16,700
  • MPG
    55.4
  • CO2 Emissions
    120g/km
  • BIK %
    21%
  • Running cost
    3 Year 60k : N/A 4 Year 80k : N/A
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol