In September of the new Honda will be on display at the Paris motor show, but now you can read the official information provided by the manufacturer.
Thus, the hybrid scheme IMA and electronic control system are exactly the same as on hybrids Insight and CR-Z. Specifically - 1,3-liter gasoline engine iVTEC-connected to the stepless CVT transmission and electric motor, "wedged" somewhere in between. To improve efficiency in small and medium speeds Jazz able to turn off the petrol engine, moving in pure electric.
Visually the new differs from the existing model. First of all, in the eyes catch the changed headlights with blue trim (which almost became the card of hybrid cars), transparent rear optics, new shape, bumpers and grille. Salon also slightly reworked, "darkened" plastic dashboard, which contrasts with the blue LED devices and stereo.
In some European countries Jazz Hybrid will appear in early 2011. Pricing and full specifications Honda to unveil shortly before the car on sale.