The outgoing Honda Jazz / Fit is about to be
replaced by the fourth generation, which will debut on October 23 at the 2019
Tokyo Motor Show. Announcing its presence at the car event in Japan is a teaser image
that previews the profile. You might think that it looks virtually identical to
the outgoing iteration, yet spy shots have revealed that it will indeed be
different, with significant updates at both ends, a more curvaceous overall
styling, larger front quarter windows, slimmer A pillars and a two-bar grille.
Inside, Honda’s all-new subcompact hatchback
features a redesigned dashboard panel, as well as new instrument dials,
infotainment system and several buttons and knobs. The steering wheel is also
new, and further enriching the fresh flair of the car will be different
upholsteries and some metallic inserts, “raising the bar in terms of comfort
and driver enjoyment”, in the company’s own words.
Powering Europe’s 2020 Jazz will be a two-motor
hybrid system said to “provide an exceptional blend of strong and effortless
driving performance and impressive fuel economy”. Although not officially
confirmed, we assume it’s shared with the Insight, where it develops 151 HP and 267 Nm of torque and is paired to an eCVT (electronic continuously
variable transmission).
Coinciding with the official premiere of the new
Jazz / Fit in Japan will be a media preview hosted in Amsterdam, which will be
streamed live next Wednesday at 12:30 CET (6:30 a.m. EST). Joining the new Jazz
/ Fit on stage at the Tokyo Motor Show will be the Accord and e electric
subcompact hatchback.
