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Honda Jazz 2021
The 2021 Honda Jazz carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1000 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Honda Jazz 2021 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Honda Jazz Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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VTi | Hatchback | 1.5L ULP CVT AUTO | $14,960 | $19,690 | |
VTi | Hatchback | 1.5L ULP 5 SP MAN | $12,650 | $16,830 | |
VTi LE | Hatchback | 1.5L ULP CVT AUTO | $16,060 | $20,570 | |
VTi-L | Hatchback | 1.5L ULP CVT AUTO | $20,350 | $25,740 |
Honda Jazz 2021 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Honda Jazz here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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My automatic 2018 Honda Jazz is not changing gears
There are dozens (hundreds, actually) of reasons why a modern automatic car won't accelerate through its gears properly when you take off from a standing start. These can include sensors, wiring, fuses, mechanical issues within the transmission and even an on-board computer that has lost the plot.
While the Jazz uses a CVT transmission rather than a conventional automatic with planetary gears, the Honda still makes use of hydraulic transmission fluid to operate its torque converter and effect the gear ratio changes as you drive. So, keeping the correct grade of fluid at the correct level is critical.
In most cases, the best bet is to take the car to a workshop that knows this make and model and have it scanned electronically for clues about what's gone wrong. This will ultimately be the quickest, cheapest way to find out what's wrong. From there, you can make a more informed decision on how to proceed.
However, if you want to be a little more pro-active, there are a couple of things to try. First, check the level of the transmission fluid. If this is low (due to a leak) then the gearbox may have difficulty shifting gears or taking off at all. The other thing you could try is to disconnect the battery from the car and leave it for at least an hour before reconnecting the battery. This forces an electronic reset and could fix the problem. It's a bit of a long shot, however, and you may have to recode your radio and reset the car's clock.
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How do I check if the 2005 Honda Jazz was recalled for a gearbox problem?
The 2015 model Jazz was recalled for a CVT transmission problem which could see high internal hydraulic pressure cause an internal shaft to break, at which point the car would lose all drive. However, your 2005 model Jazz was not fitted with a gearbox with the same potential problem.
Even though there was no recall for the 2005 Jazz's transmission, those with the CVT transmission could suffer shuddering problems which were linked to depleted additives in the transmission fluid. The solution was an improved fluid which was added to the gearbox once the old fluid had been drained and the car's ECU reset. While Honda dealers were performing this change, the problem was not deemed to be a safety issue, so no recall was issued.
The Australian Federal Government operates a website that lists all recalls for all makes and models officially sold here. It makes for some interesting reading. You can find it here.
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I have a CVT transmission in my car. It has a jerky response in stop/start traffic, in Eco mode and when slowly accelerating... Is this normal for this transmission?
To be honest, those do very much sound like the normal characteristics of a CVT transmission. The CVT saves fuel by allowing the engine to work in its most efficient speed range more of the time. That’s why, when you hit the accelerator, the engine sounds like it’s flaring. Which, of course, it is, to get into that sweet spot where it makes more power from less fuel. Essentially, the engine takes off and the rest of the car catches up with it.
The on-board computer can also interpret a burst of acceleration as the driver wanting to press on. That’s why the car will sometimes hold higher engine revs, because it wants to be ready for the next burst. When you back off, the computer interprets that as the need for speed having passed and it drops back to cruising revs…just as you’ve noted.
The jerkiness is another thing some owners notice, others never do. It’s all to do with the way the torque converter is calibrated. If you have any doubts, you could ask for the transmission to be scanned at the next service to see if it’s all in good condition.
Either way, you should report your concerns to Honda now so that if anything goes wrong down the track, the problem will be listed as a pre-existing condition and will still be considered by the factory warranty.
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Looking at a second-hand Jazz for our eldest's first car. Does the engine have a timing belt or chain?
The subject of a Honda Jazz timing belt or chain comes up pretty frequently, as would-be owners try to gauge how reliable these hard-working little engines are. For those who prefer solid, low-maintenance motoring, the news is good, because all three Australian-delivered generations of the Honda Jazz have used the company’s L series engines which feature a timing chain rather than a rubber timing belt.
The task of the timing chain or timing belt is exactly the same: They take drive from the engine’s crankshaft to the camshaft and, in the process, keep all the moving parts in harmony. Many car makers moved away from a timing chain to the rubber, toothed drive belt as a way of simplifying engine design and driving down the cost of each engine. The rubber timing belt is also quieter in its operation and is also less prone to stretching (as a timing chain can) so the camshaft (commonly referred to as the cam) stays in perfect synch with the rest of the engine’s rotating parts. The timing belt is a simpler design because it doesn’t need to be tensioned via oil pressure from the engine as many timing chain systems are.
The timing chain, meanwhile, is preferred by some manufacturers (and their customers) because it should last the lifetime of the engine and never need replacement. This isn’t always the case, however, and some engines designs from a variety of manufacturers suffer problems in this regard. But, in a properly maintained engine of sound design, the timing chain should never need attention, while the rubber timing belt generally requires periodic replacement, usually between 60,000 and 120,000km depending on the make and model.
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Honda Jazz 2021 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 2021 Honda Jazz are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1694mm x 1524mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Honda Jazz Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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VTI | Hatchback | 1524x1694x3996 mm | 135 mm | |
VTI LE | Hatchback | 1524x1694x3996 mm | 135 mm | |
VTI-S | Hatchback | 1524x1694x3996 mm | 135 mm | |
VTI-L | Hatchback | 1524x1694x3996 mm | 135 mm |
Honda Jazz 2021 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 2021 Honda Jazz is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Honda Jazz currently offers fuel consumption from 5.8 to 6.2L/100km. The Honda Jazz is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
Honda Jazz Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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VTI | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 5.8L/100km | |
VTI | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 6.2L/100km | |
VTI LE | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 5.8L/100km | |
VTI-L | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 5.8L/100km |
Honda Jazz 2021 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 2021 Honda Jazz will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.
Honda Jazz Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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VTI | Hatchback | 175x65 R15 | — | 175x65 R15 | — | |
VTI LE | Hatchback | 185x55 R16 8 | — | 185x55 R16 8 | — | |
VTI-S | Hatchback | 185x55 R16 | — | 185x55 R16 | — | |
VTI-L | Hatchback | 185x55 R16 | — | 185x55 R16 | — |
Honda Jazz 2021 Towing capacity
The Honda Jazz’s towing capacity ranges from 800kg to 1000kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
Honda Jazz Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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VTI | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1000kg | |
VTI | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 800kg | |
VTI LE | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 800kg | |
VTI-S | Hatchback | 1.5L,ULP,CVT AUTO | 800kg |