Honda continues its commitment to gas-electric hybrid technology. The launch of the latest addition to the Jazz practiced line marks the first time a parallel hybrid vehicle has been available to consumers in the segment B.
Importantly, the Honda Jazz Hybrid not lose any of its practicality, the compact nature of the Honda IMA system allows the B-segment car to keep its ultra-flexible “Magic Seat” and 300 liters of trunk.
IMA battery and power control unit are integrated into the area under the trunk floor, maintaining the normal starting area and allowing the “Magic Seat” sometimes in the same manner as in the non-hybrid versions.
This means that the seats are modified and are sometimes completely flat to provide an amazing 831 liters of space or the base of the seat can be folded to sit upright in order to accommodate tall items in the car.
The IMA hybrid system is shared with the Insight and the CR-Z hybrid, drawing on the proven reliability of this important technology. With nearly two decades of development and 10 years of sales behind it, the IMA system Honda has proved a flexible and reliable system, with more than half a million vehicles on the road that benefit in its combination of low emissions and savings fuel.
The new model has the same IMA as the Insight hybrid, the same engine of 1.3 liter i-VTEC that his brother dedicated hybrid model. The IMA system is combined with a CVT gearbox on the Honda Jazz and emissions of just 104 g / km of CO2 has the lowest CO2 emission of an automatic car in the segment B. As a gasoline-electric hybrid, again resulting in ultra-low levels of other exhaust emissions.
IMA battery and power control unit are integrated into the area under the trunk floor, maintaining the normal starting area and allowing the “Magic Seat” sometimes in the same manner as in the non-hybrid versions.
The IMA hybrid system is shared with the Insight and the CR-Z hybrid, drawing on the proven reliability of this important technology. With nearly two decades of development and 10 years of sales behind it, the IMA system Honda has proved a flexible and reliable system, with more than half a million vehicles on the road that benefit in its combination of low emissions and savings fuel.
The new model has the same IMA as the Insight hybrid, the same engine of 1.3 liter i-VTEC that his brother dedicated hybrid model. The IMA system is combined with a CVT gearbox on the Honda Jazz and emissions of just 104 g / km of CO2 has the lowest CO2 emission of an automatic car in the segment B. As a gasoline-electric hybrid, again resulting in ultra-low levels of other exhaust emissions.
Visually, the Honda Jazz hybrid is different from the current range of Jazz with revised lights, which has a surrounding blue, clear taillight, new front grille, redesigned bumpers and a chrome tailgate. The new hybrid will be available in a range of colors available, plus a measure metallic lime green.
Inside the cabin is given a fresh appearance with a darker color panel, which contrasts sharply with the blue lighting of the mark and the center console. The new hybrid is also available with leather upholstery, the first time that has been available in a Jazz model in Europe.
The instrument panel incorporates a version of Eco Assist function, which uses the illumination of the speedometer to inform the driver about his driving style is affecting your fuel economy.
Inside the cabin is given a fresh appearance with a darker color panel, which contrasts sharply with the blue lighting of the mark and the center console. The new hybrid is also available with leather upholstery, the first time that has been available in a Jazz model in Europe.
The instrument panel incorporates a version of Eco Assist function, which uses the illumination of the speedometer to inform the driver about his driving style is affecting your fuel economy.
The Eco Assist helps drivers in terms of maximum economy of your car in everyday situations and offers users real-time information on how to use the brakes and throttle affects their fuel bills and environmental impact.While respecting the unique characteristics of the car, a range of Genuine Accessories emphasize its hybrid character even more. Decorative items such as door fittings, a variety of indoor and outdoor stickers, decorations B-pillar and alloy wheels can be mounted under the driver’s personal taste.
A solid state drive navigation, Bluetooth and rear entertainment system is designed to provide additional technological convenience. A full range of Genuine Accessories is available for customers who want to add more functionality and style.
The hybrid Honda Jazz goes on sale in some European markets in early 2011, prices and full specifications will be announced in due course.
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