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Australian prices and details: 2009 Honda Jazz

August 29th 2008 00:15

The second-generation Honda Jazz has finally been launched in Australia with prices starting at $15,990 for the entry-level Jazz GLi model and topping out at $23,920 for the flagship 1.5-litre VTi-S with automatic transmission. This represents a price increase of $1,000 for the VTi and VTi-S models only - the GLi remains unchanged.

While the new model is slightly less economical than the previous generation, a vehicle that consumes between 5.8L/100km to 6.7L/100km of fuel can hardly be deemed thirsty but what might count against this baby Honda - aside from its price premium over the Toyota Yaris and Mazda2 - is the omission of Electronic Stability Control for the local line-up.

The fitment of this potential life saving technology is necessary to achieve a five-star NCAP safety rating but while Honda Australia has been quick to point out that the omission of ESC has been enforced by the engine configuration of Aussie-delivered models, that argument sounds strange as all RHD models for local and overseas markets share identical engine configurations.

One of the biggest changes to the new generation Jazz is the change from CVT (continuously variable transmission) to the normal automatic transmission, which according to Chief designer Toshiyuki Harada, gives a better balance between fuel economy and driving enjoyment.

The 2009 Honda Jazz is on sale now.

Honda Jazz GLi
Price (man/auto): $15,990; $17,990
Body: Five-door hatch
Engine: 1.3-litre four-cylinder
Transmission: Five-speed manual or five-speed automatic
Power: 73kW @ 6000rpm
Torque: 127Nm @ 4800rpm
Fuel consumption (man/auto): 5.8L/100km; 6.6L/100km
CO2 emissions (man/auto): 138g/km; 157g/km
Features: Power steering, remote locking, air-conditioning, single CD player, auxiliary audio input plug, dual airbags, anti-lock brakes, speed alarm

Honda Jazz VTi
Price (man/auto): $19,170; $21,490
Body: Five-door hatch
Engine: 1.5-litre four-cylinder
Transmission: Five-speed manual or five-speed automatic
Power: 88kW @ 6600rpm
Torque: 145Nm @ 4800rpm
Fuel consumption (man/auto): 6.4L/100km; 6.7L/100km
CO2 emissions (man/auto): 151g/km; 159g/km
Features (extra to GLI): Alarm, audio controls on steering wheel

Honda Jazz VTi-S
Price (man/auto): $21,590; $23,920
Body: Five-door hatch
Engine: 1.5-litre four-cylinder
Transmission: Five-speed manual or five-speed automatic
Power: 88kW @ 6600rpm
Torque: 145Nm @ 4800rpm
Fuel consumption (man/auto): 6.4L/100km; 6.7L/100km
CO2 emissions (man/auto): 151g/km; 159g/km
Features (extra to VTi): Body kit, cruise control, chrome exhaust, leather steering wheel, 16-inch alloy wheels

[Source: Honda via Drive.com]

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Preview: 2010 Honda Civic hatchback

August 25th 2008 00:45

Ladies and Gentlemen: This is what the all-new UK-built 2010 Honda Civic hatchback is apparently going to look like. According to AutoExpress, these exclusive shots show how the popular hatch will look when the next generation Civic hits showrooms in 2010.

Looking less like a space-ship than the current model, the futuristic looking hatch draws many of its design cues from the recent Honda OSM (‘Open Study Model’) concept car which made an appearance at the British Motor Show.

The shape of the 'new' Civic is identical to the OSM including the single strip light cluster at the rear and even the projector style wheels with the only noticeable difference being a hard-top roof that extends to the rear hatchback style, two extra air intakes in the front bumper and a fuel cap on the left-hand side of the vehicle.

The new Civic will compete with the VW Scirocco in the hatchback ‘coupé’ segment aimed at younger buyers. A series of new generation engines will also feature in the 2010 Civic line-up including a 1.5-litre IMA hybrid engine developing more than 110 kW (150 bhp) and sub-CO2 120g/km emissions will appear.

The best piece of news for hot-hatch lovers is that the 2010 Civic Type R is rumoured to be powered by a 2.0-litre i-VTEC engine which could be boosted by an electric motor thus making it a sports-hybrid.

[Source: Autoexpress.co.uk]

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Power boost confirmed: 2009 Subaru Impreza WRX

August 1st 2008 05:15

Subaru North America has today confirmed details from the earlier 'leaked memo' that the 2009 Impreza WRX will receive a hefty power boost, plus a re-tuned suspension and minor styling tweaks in anticipation of the arrival of Mitsubishi's Lancer Ralliart Sportback

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Autoexe tuned Mazda6 (Atenza)

August 1st 2008 00:15

Specialist Mazda aftermarket tuner, Autoexe, has given the new Mazda6 - Atenza in Japan - a makeover complete with an aerodynamic bodykit and upgraded handling via a raft of suspension components such as lowered springs, adjustable stabliser link, tower brace set, strut tower bar, and many more

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Rumours: 2009 Subaru WRX with 195 kW

July 22nd 2008 00:15

Rumours of a note sent by Subaru to its North American dealers reveals a significant power hike - up to an estimated 195 kW (265 hp) - for the 2009 model year Impreza WRX

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Mazda announces price cut for Mazda6

July 15th 2008 07:30

In what comes as a surprise move, Mazda Australia has announced a price cut for the recently launched Mazda6 in a bid to boost sales for the mid-sized vehicle

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London Motor Show preview: Toyota Aygo Crazy concept

June 16th 2008 00:15

Japanese car giants Toyota is set to debut a one-off concept - designed for pure driving fun as they say - at the London Motor Show next month

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Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback RalliArt set for Paris debut

June 12th 2008 05:45

Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback

Japanese car maker Mitsubishi have announced the date and venue for the debut of the Lancer Sportback production version to be at the Paris Motor Show from October 12 - 19, 2008

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Nissan Tiida ST Plus

May 28th 2008 11:15

Nissan Australia is now offering a special edition of the Tiida ST variant dubbed ST Plus which comes with extras at no extra cost

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Limited Edition: Toyota Yaris 'Rush'

May 27th 2008 00:15

Japanese car giant Toyota has entered the competitive end of year financial sales with a limited edition model of the popular Yaris compact hatch

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Subaru Impreza WRC2008 revealed

May 21st 2008 05:40

The Subaru Impreza WRC2008 rally car will make its competitive debut in the upcoming Acropolis Rally in Greece next week

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New Mazda2 3-door for Australia

May 8th 2008 06:50

The very chic all-new 3-door variant of the popular Mazda2 compact hatchback has joined the 5-door version in Australian showrooms from today in an announcement from Mazda Australia

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Suzuki Swift Rally Edition 2

May 5th 2008 11:15

Suzuki Australia has released a special edition of the Swift hatchback jam-packed with over $3000 worth of extras including a front and rear lip spoiler, side skirts, alloy wheels, rear wing and limited edition badging

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