Honda Jazz IV (GR) (2020 – 2025)

Reliability score : 9.5/10

The fourth-generation Honda Jazz (code name GR/GS, sold as Fit in some Asian markets) marks a major turning point for the Japanese city car. In Europe, it makes the radical choice of being offered only with a hybrid (e:HEV) powertrain, abandoning 100% thermal engines. It retains what made its predecessors successful: record interior space for its size (4.04 m), the famous "Magic Seats" in the rear, and outstanding reliability. This generation stands out with a rounder design, exceptional peripheral visibility thanks to thinner A-pillars, and the introduction of a "Crosstar" version with an adventurer look (raised ground clearance, body protection). A facelift occurred in early 2023, bringing slight aesthetic touches, an Advance Sport trim, and most importantly, an increase in combined powe

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🎯 Verdict

The Honda Jazz IV (GR) is undoubtedly one of the smartest and most reliable city cars on the global market. Its e:HEV hybrid system is a model of urban efficiency and shines with its robustness, avoiding the pitfalls of complex dual-clutch gearboxes. If one accepts a polarizing design, a higher-than-average purchase price, and an engine that can be heard during highway merges, it represents a "zero hassle" purchase. It is the rational choice par excellence for urban families or drivers looking for a practical, economical-to-run car capable of lasting for years without breakdowns. The facelifted model (2023+) is to be preferred for its improved driving pleasure.