Question 1

Does a Honda Jazz hybrid need plugging in?

Accepted Answer

No. Both the IMA Jazz Hybrid and the e:HEV charge their battery from the engine and from braking, so you fill them with petrol like any other car.

Question 2

Is the Honda Jazz e:HEV better than the old Jazz Hybrid?

Accepted Answer

In most respects, yes. The e:HEV has a larger 1.5 engine, more power and drives on electricity much of the time in town, while the older IMA motor only assisted the petrol engine.

Question 3

What should I check on a used Honda Jazz hybrid?

Accepted Answer

On any hybrid Jazz, make sure no hybrid-system warning light shows and the service history is complete. On a 2011–2015 IMA car, ask whether the hybrid battery has been checked or replaced, as it is now well over ten years old.

Question 4

How much road tax does a Honda Jazz hybrid pay?

Accepted Answer

An e:HEV, first registered from 2020, pays £200 a year after its first year, the same standard rate as other cars. A 2011–2015 IMA car pays by its CO₂ band, usually £20 a year.

Question 5

What hybrid versions does the new Honda Jazz come in?

Accepted Answer

Every new Jazz is the 1.5 e:HEV with 122PS, in Advance, Advance Sport and Elegance trims, plus the raised Crosstar in Advance trim. Early e:HEV cars from 2020 had 109PS.

Used Honda Jazz hybrids in the UK

Honda Jazz 1.3h IMA HS Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid CVT Euro 5 (102 ps)

Honda Jazz 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid Crosstar Advance 5dr eCVT

Honda Fit Honda Fit Shuttle Hybrid Petrol Silver 2013 5 Seater, 1.4L Hybrid Petrol .

Honda Jazz 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid Crosstar EX 5dr eCVT

Honda Jazz SR

Honda Jazz 1.5 Jazz SE i-MMD CVT 5dr

Honda Jazz 1.5 h i-MMD SR Hatchback 5dr Petrol Hybrid eCVT Euro 6 (s/s) (109 ps)

Honda Jazz 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid Crosstar Advance 5dr eCVT

Honda Jazz 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid Crosstar EX 5dr eCVT

Honda Jazz 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid EX 5dr eCVT