Hatchback car comparison

Nissan TIIDA vs Honda JAZZ

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

Nissan TIIDA 37,101 on NZ roads
VS
Honda JAZZ 29,372 on NZ roads
$4/week cheaper to fuel — Honda JAZZ at $41/wk vs $45/wk
13.200000000000003 kW more power — Nissan TIIDA at 94 kW
Nissan TIIDA 37,101 in NZ Wins 3 of 4
Honda JAZZ 29,372 in NZ
Registered in NZ
37,101
29,372
Fuel Economy
5.7 L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Power
94 kW
80.8 kW
Weight
1,418.7 kg
1,543.3 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
2004–2017
1987–2026
Imported New
9%
98%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Nissan TIIDA Honda JAZZ
AUCKLAND 12,558 8,167
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 3,093 3,808
WELLINGTON CITY 1,025 2,071
HAMILTON CITY 1,789 1,056
TAURANGA CITY 1,762 1,068
DUNEDIN CITY 890 798
LOWER HUTT CITY 862 752
KAPITI COAST DISTRICT 677

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The Nissan TIIDA is more common with 37,101 registered in New Zealand compared to 29,372 for the Honda JAZZ. A larger fleet means more mechanics familiar with the car and easier access to parts.

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

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Honda JAZZ uses less fuel at 5.2 L/100km compared to 5.7 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Nissan TIIDA and Honda JAZZ the same body type?

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

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

9% of Nissan TIIDA models were imported new to NZ, while 89% came as used imports. For the Honda JAZZ, 98% were new and 1% 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.