Hatchback car comparison

Honda JAZZ vs Nissan NOTE

Both are hatchback vehicles on New Zealand roads. Based on NZTA fleet data.

Honda JAZZ 29,372 on NZ roads
VS
Nissan NOTE 27,277 on NZ roads
$7/week cheaper to fuel — Nissan NOTE at $34/wk vs $41/wk
Honda JAZZ 29,372 in NZ
Nissan NOTE 27,277 in NZ Wins 2 of 3
Registered in NZ
29,372
27,277
Fuel Economy
5.2 L/100km
4.3 L/100km
Power
80.8 kW
Weight
1,543.3 kg
1,392.8 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1987–2026
2004–2025
Imported New
98%
0%

NZ Registrations Over Time

Registration trend for Honda JAZZ vs Nissan NOTE: comparing annual new registrations in NZ from 2020 onwards. Honda JAZZ has more total registrations.

Regional Popularity

Region Honda JAZZ Nissan NOTE
AUCKLAND 8,167 10,791
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 3,808 2,656
WELLINGTON CITY 2,071 1,215
HAMILTON CITY 1,056 1,353
TAURANGA CITY 1,068 940
LOWER HUTT CITY 752 798
DUNEDIN CITY 798 463
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 619 451

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Honda JAZZ or Nissan NOTE?

The Honda JAZZ is more common with 29,372 registered in New Zealand compared to 27,277 for the Nissan NOTE. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

Which is cheaper to run — Honda JAZZ or Nissan NOTE?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Nissan NOTE uses less fuel at 4.3 L/100km compared to 5.2 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Honda JAZZ and Nissan NOTE the same body type?

Both are classified as Hatchback vehicles in the NZTA fleet data. The Honda JAZZ is primarily a petrol vehicle while the Nissan NOTE runs on petrol.

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

98% of Honda JAZZ models were imported new to NZ, while 1% came as used imports. For the Nissan NOTE, 0% were new and 99% were used imports.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026. This covers 3,678,722 registered passenger vehicles in New Zealand.

Data sourced from the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Motor Vehicle Register, current as of 31 March 2026.