• Hybrid engine keeps fuel costs down
• Marginally more polluting than the hatch
• Other costs should be low, though

What are the running cost?

You’ve only one engine choice in the Jazz Crosstar, and it’s a petrol-electric hybrid, so fuel economy and CO2 emissions are pretty low. That said, being a taller SUV-aping version, the Crosstar is marginally less efficient than the regular hatchaback.

This is due to its additional size, and the fact it comes with larger 16-inch wheels as standard.

Even so, that’s not a particularly large wheel, helping to keep down tyre replacement costs, while the hybrid system’s regenerative braking system means reduced pad and disc wear if you make the most of it.

View detailed mpg and CO2 figures on our Honda Jazz Crosstar spec pages

Servicing and warranty

Honda service intervals are typically relatively short, at one year or 12,500 miles – whichever is sooner. This is probably good news for the mechanical components, frankly, so we’d stick with this, even if buying used. Honda offers service plans to help you budget.

The Jazz Crosstar is covered by a three-year warranty, with the hybrid powertrain covered for up to five years or 90,000 miles. A Honda extended warranty is available if required.

Reliability

• Strong history of reliable Jazz models
• Crosstar is taller but not that different
• No sign of trouble here

Honda has one the best reputations for reliability in the entire car industry, and its Jazz models have historically been some of the most reliable of the lot. The Crosstar is a variant of the Jazz, and so far seems to be showing every sign of exhibiting the same high quality.

There has been one official recall – but this was for the front camera system, a relatively minor issue even if it does relate to the active driver safety systems. Over 15,000 cars in the Jazz range were affected, but the issue was fixed with a software update.

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Compared with previous Jazz models, the Crosstar’s hybrid system and on-board technology is certainly more complex, which could lead to further issues down the line. But we strongly believe you’re unlikely to experience much trouble here. Check out the Parkers owner reviews section for further real-world impressions.