 The Honda Jazz has managed to sound off all the right notes in India despite the initial outcry regarding its steep pricing.
It has proved that quality does prevail over quantity and the Jazz has gone on to do the numbers that Honda always envisioned for this premium hatchback. Commemorating this fact is the introduction of the 'Select Edition' Honda Jazz.
The Select Edition does not involve any engine changes and the vehicle continues to use the 1.2 litre i-VTEC engine mated to a five speed manual gearbox. The changes are purely cosmetic and the highlights include the addition of alloy wheels, a rear parcel shelf and the car now comes with front & rear mud guards, something that was missing even on the existing high end Jazz. With these extra features, the Select Edition Jazz now costs Rs. 7.21 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi).
With a premium pricing that is literally over and above that of some three box sedans, the Jazz has always been an expensive proposition and the Select Edition is now even more selective! Having said that, the Jazz is a large car that stylish, fuel efficient, safe and offers a great drive experience and has in some regard set off a new segment in the Indian market. As competition follows suit and India gets a new segment of premium hot hatches, the current flavour remains the Jazz!
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