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New, more powerful petrol engines, capable of outstanding economy, are designed to appeal to customers who might be downsizing as well as those looking to achieve fuel economy comparable to diesel powered models. Their balance between economy and lively performance are unmatched in the class. Adopting Honda’s VTEC technology (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control, the new and litre four-cylinder engines are connected to either a 5-speed manual transmission or, on models, Honda’s i-SHIFT-speed automated manual transmission which includes steeringThe 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 enjoymentfamily cars, in the world. This market is dominated by Maruti Suzuki with more that 50% share in it. With the launch of Tata Nano it wouldn’t be easier for the small car business honchos to capture the mind of IndiansHonda, which has tasted success in almost every segment of automobile industry in India in which it is present, is ready to play the gamble with its new launch Honda Jazz. It has to compete with the giants like Maruti, Hundai and Tata. But the best thing is that there is nothing to loose for themIt looks a contemporary small car with its razor sharp edges, defining modernity in every aspect. It presents a pleasing look with its aerodynamic styling. It’s got a unique forward-leaning cabin. The headlights enhance its sharp look. The windscreen is pretty large. The side look is not as attractive as the front and the rear and its difficult to come to terms with it. The tail lamp is knife sharp and the clustering of the lights enhances its looksThe dashboard is styled in the similar fashion as Civic. The steering wheel is a three spoke wheel. It sports a pretty stylish audio controls and CD player. The AC vent and the CD players are quite easy to access. The knobs provide extra smart look to the dashboard providing it with a high tech look. The leg room in the commanding seat as well as the rear seat is more than enough.The seats are quite comfortable. It has some innovative attachments such as two cup holders on the extreme edges of the dashboard, one for each driver and co driver. The box under the driver seat can be accessed from the rear seat and can hold documents.

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