Hatchback car comparison

Toyota YARIS vs Honda JAZZ

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

Toyota YARIS 34,042 on NZ roads
VS
Honda JAZZ 29,372 on NZ roads
$3/week cheaper to fuel — Honda JAZZ at $41/wk vs $44/wk
8.799999999999997 kW more power — Honda JAZZ at 80.8 kW
Toyota YARIS 34,042 in NZ
Honda JAZZ 29,372 in NZ
Registered in NZ
34,042
29,372
Fuel Economy
5.6 L/100km
5.2 L/100km
Power
72 kW
80.8 kW
Weight
1,495 kg
1,543.3 kg
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Body Type
Hatchback
Hatchback
Seats
5
5
Year Range
1999–2026
1987–2026
Imported New
92%
98%

NZ Registrations Over Time

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

Regional Popularity

Region Toyota YARIS Honda JAZZ
AUCKLAND 12,948 8,167
CHRISTCHURCH CITY 2,951 3,808
WELLINGTON CITY 2,237 2,071
HAMILTON CITY 1,170 1,056
TAURANGA CITY 953 1,068
LOWER HUTT CITY 1,037 752
PALMERSTON NORTH CITY 1,058 619
DUNEDIN CITY 680 798

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more popular in NZ — the Toyota YARIS or Honda JAZZ?

The Toyota YARIS is more common with 34,042 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 — Toyota YARIS or Honda JAZZ?

Based on NZTA fuel economy data, the Honda JAZZ uses less fuel at 5.2 L/100km compared to 5.6 L/100km. At current fuel prices of approximately $2.80/L, that difference adds up over a year of typical driving.

Are Toyota YARIS and Honda JAZZ the same body type?

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

Are these cars typically imported new or used?

92% of Toyota YARIS models were imported new to NZ, while 7% 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.