[volkman10]

Honda 'City' hatchback in new spy shots as tests continue in Thailand:

the rim model used in this Honda City Hatchback unit, which has exactly the same shape as the Honda City Turbo RS in Thailand

the shape of the body line extending in the side, which is also the same as the body line in the sedan version. While the glass shape of the window is exactly the same as the sedan version, only the C pillar is certainly changed so that it better fit the posture of a hatchback. Other details that can be observed are the use of rear spoiler with side support and also the model shark fin antenna, as well as the rear glass that has been equipped with Defogger

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[turbo]

Isn't this just a Honda Fit/Jazz wearing camouflage.


https://www.autoblog.com/2020/06/10/...t-first-drive/

[RavSam]

Originally Posted by turbo

Isn't this just a Honda Fit/Jazz wearing camouflage.


https://www.autoblog.com/2020/06/10/...t-first-drive/

The front quarter window looks different to me than what the Fit/Jazz has.

[volkman10]

Honda's city based hatch, slated for launch in Brazil too. Will rival VW Polo

Developed in Thailand, the unprecedented two-volume configuration of the compact sedan will be produced locally – in Itirapina (SP), along with the other models – and will win the market next year to compete with VW Polo and top versions of the Chevrolet Onix.

Its target audience will be formed by young people attached to cars with more sporty proposal. You will receive the same face, the same side doors and the same wheelbase of the new City sedan, according to records of the Inpi (National Institute of Industrial Property).

a 1.0 turbo flex engine with direct injection and power estimated at 130 hp

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[sv97]

Originally Posted by volkman10

Honda's city based hatch, slated for launch in Brazil too. Will rival VW Polo




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From the sides this gives more like a station wagon feeling rather than hatchback. But kudos to Honda the front and rear looks good.

[Nithesh_M]

Thanks to our stupid 4m rule this too won't be arriving here like the new Polo.

[Shreyas Agarwal]

Originally Posted by Nithesh_M

Thanks to our stupid 4m rule this too won't be arriving here like the new Polo.

Polo is not here because VW does not want it here. Its about 5 cm longer and they can easily manage that with very slight design changes (like shaving the bumper). They have not brought it here because the platform is expensive and the segment is a fiercely fought one with narrow margins and people looking for features and VFM quotient over build quality.

They want to focus on C SUVs here where margins are fatter and people do give slight attention to safety and build quality and don't mind paying slightly more for an overall better product. This segment is also not very FE conscious (look at the DCT Hectors).

[volkman10]

Honda's City based Hatchback likely to be called JAZZ in select markets that will not launch the 2020 Jazz.

To be launched in Thailand this year end.

will be an All NEW Honda Jazz or may be called All NEW Honda City Hatchback

Asian markets apart from Japan. Will separate the body, not Global Model anymore, in line with All NEW Honda City, launched in Indonesia in 2019 November after All NEW Jazz in Japan. It appears quite clear that Body lines and design guidelines of All NEW City and Jazz in Japan are completely different

It is quite confirmed that the Thai version of All NEW Honda Jazz may not be the same as Japan anymore. But must change to a new model Come to use the basic front and design work together with the All NEW City 4-door body instead

Engine Engine:

The engine of the All NEW Honda Jazz Thai version will be the same as the City that was launched earlier.

1.0 TURBO

Gasoline engine 3-cylinder DOHC 12 valve 998 cc. Variable valve system, both VTEC and Dual VTC, towed turbo cylinder x Stroke 73.0 x 78.7 mm, compression power 10.0: 1, high power 122 horsepower at 5,500 rpm, maximum torque of 173 Nm at 2,000 - 4,500 rpm, paired with automatic transmission, CVT, front-wheel drive, support E20 oil, CO2 emissions 99 g./km. Enter the Eco Car Phase 2 project.

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[volkman10]

All NEW Honda City Hatchback 1.0 TURBO

- World Premiere in Thailand- 24 November

- Honda will use the name City Hatchback in the launch and will be a different body unlike Japan anymore.

- Likely to be launched ASEAN markets as a premium hatchback, replacing the JAZZ.

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[dtox]

This looks more like a station wagon and less of a hatchback. I doubt if Honda would be able to do a proper chop job and launch this as a sub-4 metre hatchback. What would happen to the next generation of Jazz in India now?

[volkman10]

Originally Posted by dtox

I doubt if Honda would be able to do a proper chop job and launch this as a sub-4 metre hatchback. What would happen to the next generation of Jazz in India now?

This car will not be modified to a sub 4 m length.

The next Gen.( currently in EU/Japan) will not be launched in India.

[volkman10]

Honda's CITY HATCBACK details revealed:

Launching initially in Thailand followed by China. Honda's plan for other markets not yet known.

It is confirmed that Honda will use the name City Hatchback in the launch and will be a different body unlike Japan anymore.
Using the basic front and design work together with the All NEW City 4-door body instead

Engine:

The engine of the All NEW Honda Jazz Thai version will be the same as the City that was launched earlier.

1.0 TURBO

Gasoline engine 3-cylinder DOHC 12 valve 998 cc. Variable valve system, both VTEC and Dual VTC, towed turbo cylinder x Stroke 73.0 x 78.7 mm, compression power 10.0: 1, high power 122 horsepower at 5,500 rpm, maximum torque 173 Nm at 2,000 - 4,500 rpm, paired with automatic transmission, CVT, front-wheel drive, support E20 oil, CO2 emissions 99 g./km. Enter the Eco Car Phase 2 project.

Will be available in 3 variants:

1.0 TURBO S + CVT
1.0 TURBO SV CVT
1.0 TURBO RS CVT

Optional:

16-inch alloy wheels with tires 185/55 R16
LED headlights
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front fog lights with LED
LED tail lights
Honda Smart Key System
Push Start Button
Automatic air conditioning system With digital display screen
Paddle Shift steering gear control system
Cruise Control
8-inch Advanced Touch audio screen
Support Apple Car Play / Android Auto system.
8 speakers
Balance control system while cornering VSA
Assisted exit system on the HSA slope
Automatic emergency light during sudden braking, ESS
Auto Door Lock by Speed
2 front airbags
2 side airbags
Airbag curtain 2 positions
The camera looks at the image while retreating. Can adjust the angle of view to 3 levels

Inside the cabin, expect the All NEW Honda City Hatchback to share the design with the City 4-door that was previously launched. But it differs in the rear half and the seat folding function

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[arjab]

Localise to bring down costs and price this range between Rs 8.5 - 11 lakhs. Change the front to an all honeycomb grille setup to appeal to a younger audience and this should sell.
A new segment "premium plus hatch" segment will be born.
Remember the Chevy SR-V? That was ahead of its time.

[guru_max]

The car looks very bland. But the 1 litre engine + manual gearbox would be an interesting option i think. It's a shame for Jazz if this replaces the Jazz here, because the Jazz is an incredibly practical car.

[sumeethaldankar]

Honda needs to focus on the Creta/Seltos segment. Their BRV was a decent choice but with MUV looks it did not click as well. With a proper CUV shape and their 1.5 NA engine it would be a formidable opponent against the "Cretos" (Creta/Seltos) twins.

They are wasting their time if they bring this hatchback to India. Simply launch the new Jazz instead of diluting the City nameplate. Why are they wanting to consider watering down a product which is still considered like a premium car in the minds of common middle class people? I hope the new Jazz and not this hatchback makes it here.