Honda Jazz reliability, MPG and running costs
Figures updated
The Honda Jazz is a supermini; the latest version we cover is the Mk4 (2020–). In 2024 MOT tests it scored 113 for reliability (100 is average), ranking 183 of 442, and 25.9% failed first time against a UK average of 28.5%. Its most common MOT failure is position lamp (4.3% of tests). Boot space is 304 litres (1,205 with the seats folded).
Honda Jazz key specs (Mk4 (2020–), 5-door hatchback)
Price new
£28,475 to £30,995
Boot
304 litres (1,205 seats folded)
Seats
5
Size (L × W × H)
4,089 × 1,694 × 1,526mm
Power
109–122 PS
0–62mph
9.4–9.6 sec
Euro NCAP
5 stars (2020)
2020 on models; figures vary by version. Prices from the September 2026 price list. Sources: honda.co.uk, hondanews.eu, euroncap.com.
Ranked 183 of 442 cars in the 2024 MOT Reliability League, and 2 of 31 superminis
In 2024, 327,974 Honda Jazzes aged 3 to 20 had an MOT and 25.9% failed first time (UK average 28.5%). Taking age and mileage into account, the Honda Jazz is 12% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage. At the first MOT, at three years old, 6.8% failed (UK 12.7%).
First-time fail rate
25.9%
UK 28.5%
Fail rate at 3 years
6.8%
UK 12.7%
Average miles a year
5,300
Typical age at test: 12 years
Honda Jazz MOT failure rate by age
Most common Honda Jazz MOT faults
- Position lamp: not working4.3% of tests
- Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.4% of tests
- Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick2.9% of tests
- Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements2.4% of tests
- Service brake performance: excessively binding1.7% of tests
- Stop lamp: not working1.5% of tests
What the Honda Jazz fails on
| Area | Tests failing | vs similar cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 10.8% | About average |
| Brakes | 8.7% | ▲ 1.2× as often |
| Suspension | 6.6% | ▼ 31% less often |
| Visibility | 5.4% | About average |
| Tyres | 4.9% | ▼ 16% less often |
| Exhaust and emissions | 2.5% | ▼ 25% less often |
| Body and structure | 2.3% | ▼ 41% less often |
| Steering | 0.8% | ▼ 60% less often |
| Seat belts and airbags | 0.7% | ▼ 28% less often |
| Wheels | 0.3% | ▼ 14% less often |
How big is the Honda Jazz's boot?
The Mk4 (2020–) Honda Jazz has 304 litres of boot space with the rear seats up and 1,205 litres with them folded, according to the manufacturer. That's the 11th biggest of the 13 superminis we compare; the Renault Clio has the most, at 391 litres. The previous Mk3 (2015–2020) had 354 litres.
What MPG does the Honda Jazz do?
Official economy for the Honda Jazz ranges from 42.8 to 62.8mpg across the 127 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2025). A typical petrol version manages 62.8mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
Work out a journey's fuel costHow much is road tax on a Honda Jazz?
Any Honda Jazz first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Honda Jazz registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £200 a year.
Work out tax for a specific carHonda Jazz specs and running costs
Official figures for 127 versions sold in the UK between 2004 and 2025.
Fuel types
Hybrid, Petrol
Official economy
42.8–62.8 mpg
CO2
85–150 g/km
Power
98–131 PS
| Version | Fuel | Economy | CO2 | Car tax | Company car tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jazz 2024 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD ELEGANCE 5 door (Standard)107 PS · CVT · listed 2025 | Hybrid | 61.4 mpg | 85g | £200 | 23% |
| Jazz 2024 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD ADVANCE 5 door (Standard)107 PS · CVT · listed 2025 | Hybrid | 61.4 mpg | 104g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2024 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD ADVANCE SPORT 5 door (Standard)107 PS · CVT · listed 2025 | Hybrid | 61.4 mpg | 105g | £200 | 27% |
| Jazz 2024 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD ADVANCE SPORT 5 door (Standard Model)107 PS · CVT · listed 2025 | Hybrid | 61.4 mpg | 105g | £200 | 27% |
| Jazz 2024 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD CROSSTAR ADVANCE 5 door (Standard)107 PS · CVT · listed 2025 | Hybrid | 58.9 mpg | 108g | £200 | 27% |
| Jazz 2022 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD EX 5 door (Standard Model)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2022 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD EX 5 door (Standard)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2022 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD SE 5 door (Standard Model)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2022 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD SR 5 door (Standard Model)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2022 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD SR 5 door (Standard)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2023 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD EX 5 door (Standard)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2023 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD SE 5 door (Standard)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2023 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD SR 5 door (Standard)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 62.8 mpg | 102g | £200 | 26% |
| Jazz 2022 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD Cross EX 2 Tone 5 door (Standard Model)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 58.9 mpg | 109g | £200 | 27% |
| Jazz 2022 JAZZ 1.5 i-MMD Crosstar EX 5 door (Standard Model)98 PS · CVT · listed 2023 | Hybrid | 58.9 mpg | 109g | £200 | 27% |
Economy and CO2 are official WLTP figures. Car tax is the yearly rate at current rates for a car first registered in the year listed, before any expensive car supplement. Company car tax is the 2026/27 benefit-in-kind rate. Showing the 15 most recent of 127 versions.
What a Honda Jazz costs to fuel
- petrol, typical official 62.8mpg…
Official figures are usually 10–15% better than real-world driving.
Work out a journey in a Honda JazzPrevious Honda Jazz generations
Honda Jazz Mk3 (2015–2020, 5-door hatchback)
boot 354 litres · 102–130 PS · 0–62mph 8.7–12.0 sec · Euro NCAP 5 stars (2015)
11.7% of Honda Jazzes built 2015–2020 failed their 2024 MOT first time (all cars that age: 20.9%).
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Frequently asked questions
›Is the Honda Jazz reliable?
Its MOT record is better than average: the Honda Jazz is 12% less likely to fail than the average car of the same age and mileage, with a reliability score of 113 in our 2024 league (100 is average).
›What are common problems with the Honda Jazz?
The most common MOT fault is “Position lamp: not working”, found in 4.3% of tests.
›How big is the Honda Jazz's boot?
The Mk4 (2020–) Honda Jazz has 304 litres of boot space with the rear seats up and 1,205 litres with them folded, according to the manufacturer. That's the 11th biggest of the 13 superminis we compare; the Renault Clio has the most, at 391 litres. The previous Mk3 (2015–2020) had 354 litres.
›What MPG does the Honda Jazz do?
Official economy for the Honda Jazz ranges from 42.8 to 62.8mpg across the 127 versions listed by the Vehicle Certification Agency (2004–2025). A typical petrol version manages 62.8mpg. Expect 10–15% less in real-world driving.
›How much is road tax on a Honda Jazz?
Any Honda Jazz first registered from April 2017 pays the standard rate of £200 a year after its first year (2026/27 rates). A Honda Jazz registered between March 2001 and March 2017 is taxed on its CO2: £20 to £200 a year.
›How many Honda Jazzes fail their MOT?
25.9% of Honda Jazzes aged 3 to 20 failed their MOT first time in 2024, and 6.8% failed at their first MOT.
Sources: DVSA anonymised MOT tests 2024, all versions of the Honda Jazz combined (Open Government Licence v3.0); official economy and CO2 from Vehicle Certification Agency data, © Crown copyright. VCA cannot accept liability for its accuracy. How we calculate the league.