AMMAN –– If you’re
looking for a car that delivers on smart looks, offers cutting-edge hybrid
technology, comes with all the “bells and whistles”, has enough space to keep a
mountain bike in the back seat, and provides safety levels that would put the Swedes
to shame, then look no further: Honda has the “tune” for you with the new Jazz.
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The Jazz comes with
a hybrid electric system based on a 1.5-liter i-VTEC petrol engine and a
lithium-ion battery with two electric motors. The first is a generator and the
second transmits the movement to the front wheels. The total power of the
system is 114hp and 253Nm of torque, accelerating from zero to 100km/h in 9 seconds,
with a top speed of 180km/h.
The most important
information is related to consumption. The Jazz E-HEV is one of the most fuel-efficient
hybrid vehicles on the market, as it needs an average of 3.5 to 4 liters of
fuel to travel 100 km. In local Jordanian terms, it can travel 550km on a 20-liter
tank, and with a total fuel tank capacity of 40 liters, it can travel a
distance of 1,150km. Of course, the accuracy of these numbers is subject to
various driving circumstances.
The Honda Jazz E-HEV
features a design that reflects its original Japanese identity: the front fascia
with large lights and the Honda logo in the middle — which is blue because it
is a hybrid. The glass façade is massive and panoramic, with slender A pillars
only 55mm in diameter, and provides a clear and safe view for the driver.
The front headlights
are LED lights with a line of daytime running lights beautifully surround them.
There are chrome accents for the roof line as well as black shading for the
rear glass, and black touches around add to the elegance of the symmetrical
look.
(Photo: Mohammad Zaro / JNews)
From the inside,
high levels of quality and a taste that rise above expected, with an attention
to high-end materials that reflect the quality and precision of Japan. The Jazz
has a spacious cabin with a high ceiling and comfortable seats that can
accommodate five passengers. The front seats are large and comfortable even for
tall people, with a design similar to Swedish furniture. All the seats are
covered with a luxurious mixture of recyclable fabric and high-quality
synthetic leather to ensure that the Honda Jazz is animal-free and
environmentally friendly. The back seat can comfortably accommodate three passengers
— or two tall ones — with wide head and shoulders space and plenty of legroom. There
are rear charging points and ventilation holes, in addition to pockets for cell
phones. Furthermore, the rear seats house an easy and innovative folding
feature called “magic seats” that provides room for even a large bicycle.
Engine operation is
done through a lit button, the steering wheel is elegant and clad in leather
with buttons for controlling the audio system, communication, safety systems, cruise
control and driver information screen settings. This digital screen provides
all driving information, with fixed indicators on both sides displaying the
fuel tank capacity and the battery charge.
The central console color
touchscreen comes with the latest version of Honda's information and
entertainment system and contains many applications. It comes with a wireless
networking feature with Apple Car Play and via wire with Android Auto.
The Jazz is
outfitted with a powerful air conditioner with control switches and a digital
screen as well as seat heating. The gearbox lever comes with a B-mode note to
recharge the battery using engine braking.
The most prominent
strength of the new Honda Jazz E-HEV is safety. It received full marks in the
Euro NCAP safety test thanks to the presence of 10 airbags and the advanced
Honda Sensing system, which provides a wide range of the latest safety devices
and accident-prevention measures through an advanced camera, including adaptive
cruise control systems with automatic braking, a collision braking system, lane
keep assist, a speed sign detection system with intelligent cruise control, auto
emergency braking, and adaptive lighting.
The Honda Jazz E-HEV:
An agile, advanced, and practical Japanese hybrid that provides economy, efficiency
and the highest levels of safety and practicality.