The fourth-generation Honda Jazz (code name GR/GS), also marketed as the Honda Fit in some markets (Japan, China, Americas), marks a major turning point for the model. In Europe, it abandons 100% thermal powertrains to focus exclusively on a highly developed hybrid powertrain (e:HEV). It retains what made it successful: record spaciousness for its size (B-segment) thanks to its central fuel tank and its famous Magic Seats. An adventurous-looking variant, the Crosstar, was also introduced. A facelift occurred in 2023, bringing a slight power increase to the hybrid version and aesthetic revisions. It is a vehicle that shines with its exceptional reliability, smooth urban driving, and panoramic visibility thanks to refined A-pillars.
The Honda Jazz IV (GR) is undoubtedly one of the most reliable and intelligent city cars on the global market. In Europe, its e:HEV powertrain is a model of efficiency in urban and peri-urban environments, offering astonishing real-world fuel consumption. In other markets, its naturally aspirated petrol engines (1.3 and 1.5 i-VTEC) are true benchmarks in terms of durability. If one accepts its divisive design (often described as a 'minispace') and average sound insulation on the highway, it's a 'no-brainer' purchase. Prioritize post-2021 models to avoid minor early bugs in the multimedia system, or phase 2 (2023+) for superior driving pleasure.