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Honda · Supermini · 2015–2020

Honda Jazz GK

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.7 / 5.0 · Based on 3 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

131–193 PS

1.5L VTEC Turbo Benzin

Turbo Power in a Lightweight

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

101 PS

1.5L i-DTEC Diesel

3 weaknesses

Good Choice

Generations

Engine Overview

The Honda Jazz GK is available with 3 engine variants — from 99 to 193 hp.

1.5L i-DTEC · Diesel· 100 PS
2018 2020
Good Choice 3 weaknesses
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1.3L i-VTEC · Benziner· 99–102 PS
2015 2020
Be Careful 3 weaknesses
1.5L VTEC Turbo · Benziner· 131 PS
2018 2020
Be Careful 4 weaknesses

The Honda 1.5L i-DTEC (Diesel, 100 PS) has the N15A (1.5L i-DTEC) — rated: "Good Choice", 3 known weaknesses.

The Honda 1.3L i-VTEC (Benziner, 99–102 PS) has the L13B (1.3L i-VTEC) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.

The Honda 1.5L VTEC Turbo (Benziner, 131 PS) has the L15B (1.5L VTEC Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Defective A/C condenser

The air conditioning repeatedly fails due to condenser defects. Several owners report complete A/C failure attributable to a leaking or defective condenser.

Symptoms: Air conditioning cools progressively worse and eventually fails completely; black discolouration on the condenser visible under the bonnet; refrigerant loss.
from 80,000 km
Ad AC condenser Jazz GKcondenser Honda Jazz 2015
 Medium
NHTSA Owner Complaints
Below Average
704 complaints · 2015–2020
Electrical
261 ⚠ 3
Fuel System
138 ⚠ 6
Other
107 ⚠ 2
Engine
100 ⚠ 2
Powertrain
54 ⚠ 4

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Electrical (261 complaints)
⚠ Fuel System (138 complaints)
⚠ Other (107 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 16 weaknesses have been documented for the Honda Jazz GK (2015–2020) — 10 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect HVAC, Brakes, Electronics, Other. Considered reliable: N15A (1.5L i-DTEC).

Jazz (L13B, 2015–2020) — Be Careful: Takata airbag recall, A/C compressor failure, Rear brakes seizing. Power: 99–102 PS.

Jazz (L15B, 2018–2020) — Be Careful: Fuel dilution of engine oil, Intake valve carbon deposits from direct injection, Timing chain wear from neglected oil changes. Power: 131 PS.

What to watch out for with the Honda Jazz? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Honda Jazz GK have? +
The Honda Jazz GK has 10 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Honda Jazz GK? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: N15A (1.5L i-DTEC). The most reliable engine is the N15A (1.5L i-DTEC) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the L15B (1.5L VTEC Turbo).
Which Honda Jazz GK engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Honda Jazz GK. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 3 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Honda Jazz GK engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Honda Jazz GK — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 131 hp in the lightweight Jazz Sport is a small surprise hit — the 1.5 turbo in a light car delivers real driving fun on twisty roads.
Is the Honda Jazz GK worth buying used? +
The Honda Jazz GK is a good choice as a used car — 1 of 3 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Honda Jazz GK? +
The Honda Jazz GK is available with engine variants from 99 to 193 hp. Petrol: L13B (1.3L i-VTEC), L15B (1.5L VTEC Turbo). Diesel: N15A (1.5L i-DTEC).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee