Honda has unveiled a dynamic prototype previewing the new Jazz hatchback prior to the car’s world debut at the Paris Motor Show next month. Boasting a sporty new look and chock-full of high-end features, the new Honda Jazz is also bigger and more spacious than its predecessor.

So if what you liked about the old Honda Jazz was its compact size, you may not like the fact that the new one is 15mm longer and benefits form an additional 30mm in wheelbase. The car is built upon Honda’s global compact platform which also underpins the Civic and HR-V.

Among the main highlights of the Honda Jazz we can mention the Honda Magic Seats system which combined with clever storage places make the car very practical for families, and the new 1.3 litre i-VTEC petrol engine which comes with either a six-speed manual or a CVT transmission.

Honda (UK) Leon Brannan, Head of Car, commented: “The Jazz is a hugely important car for Honda in the UK, and has been a runaway success since its original launch.  It has an extremely loyal following, its reliability is legendary.  The new Jazz with its sleek, modern design, refined and comfortable ride, will, we are confident, build even more loyal followers.”