The discontinued B-segment hatchback car model Honda Jazz promises remarkable attributes to the automotive industry before its total goodbye. Since 2004, Honda has been manufacturing the Honda Jazz as a small vehicle fit for small families and individuals. Honda says that discontinuing the model will give room for them to shift its focus and resources to its current and upcoming car models. This doesn’t mean that Honda Jazz wasn’t good enough to be discontinued. In fact, numerous positive feedbacks are all over for the Jazz.

Is it recommended to have one of the few Honda Jazzes left?

To give you a quick guide to how having a Honda Jazz would be, gathered below are its ups and downs from its users.

Pros

Passenger seats are flexible.

Second-row seats are very flexible in the Honda Jazz. The seats manually fold flat to give an additional huge boot space. Its front passenger seat also folds to contribute more space available to cargo.

The legroom space is generous.

Among car models in its class, the Honda Jazz has an enormous legroom situation. Second-row legroom is provided with about a feet long knee space allowance if front passengers are of average height. This is very unlikely in hatchback car models, which makes Jazz ahead of its class in the market.

It has an efficient powertrain system.

Its 1.5-L 4-cylinder gasoline, matched with the automatic transmission, performs great in a city drive setting. When it comes to steady highway drive, it also performs well. Although not the best available, it works well for its class.

It is a fuel-efficient car.

According to its actual users and professional test drive reviews, the Honda Jazz is proven to be a fuel-efficient car. An average of 27 kilometers per liter has been recorded while cruising on highway drives. It is also a huge advantage for Honda Jazz over its rivals in the class, especially with the continuous oil price hike in the Philippines.

The height is longer than some sedans.

Aside from the massive legroom allowance of the Jazz, this small car also comes with a great height good for tall people. When an average height man sits inside the Jazz, there is still a good amount of space for the headroom. The Honda Jazz may be considered a small car, but it provides a generous space for a more comfortable ride.

Boot space is huge.

Without folding the seats, the boot space of Honda Jazz provides a larger cargo space compared to its competitors in the market. In addition to the given space, when you fold flat its passenger seats, an incredible amount of space will impress you. Honda Jazz gives its users the luxury to have a spacious cabin in a small car.

It comes in various features.

Against its competitors in the market, the Jazz comes in several desirable car features that aim to assist, entertain, and comfort passengers. Vehicle strengths and weaknesses come differently depending on the model. In this case, Honda made sure that Jazz provides several competitive features.

Honda Jazz is packed with several safety features.

The Honda Jazz is indeed a reliable car when it comes to safety. It is packed with safety features that help drivers and passengers maneuver easily. Its safety features set an above-average standard over other hatchback entries in the automotive market.

Cons

Honda Jazz is not good on arduous surfaces.

Honda Jazz’s reviews have been positive about its powertrain capabilities. However, it is not as consistent as other car models you see on the road. Jazz is good for city driving, and it is also smooth for highway driving. But according to its users, it is difficult to handle on arduous surfaces.

It is only available in a gasoline-fueled engine.

The engine type is a huge consideration in choosing a car, maybe not for all, but most people, especially in the Philippines. Being a Filipino, you know very well that oil prices in the country could be an everyday problem, as the price hikes enormously.

Its exterior looks dated and behind its competitors.

Honda Jazz is not an ugly car. However, its exterior and interior style is a bit dated compared to its rivals in the market. Honda doesn’t make upgrades to its aesthetics, unlike its competitors. Its interior comes in standard finish and fabric upholstery.

It is much more costly than its competitors.

Priced from Php868,000 for its entry-level variant up to Php1,090,000 for the top-of-the-line variant, the Honda Jazz is slightly more costly than its competitors. Its price range matches other sedan prices in the market. Nevertheless, the Honda Jazz is a great car and is priced according to its specifications and features.

Overall, Honda Jazz has pleased several car owners with its amazing features, functionality, and performance. You may not see this model on the road in the future, but it surely has contributed desirable attributes to the automotive industry.