Official economy: 62.8mpg
Our economy: 56mpg
The Honda Jazz is another economical option in the real world, complete with an EV-only mode and some enticing numbers on paper.
Power comes from an e:HEV full hybrid system, which combines a 1.5-litre petrol engine with a battery and two electric motors to produce 120bhp and 187lb ft.
Honda quotes a figure of 62.8mpg, but our tests returned slightly less economical 56mpg. Still, impressive nonetheless. It’s not far off the Toyota Yaris, and the Honda actually comes closer to hitting its claimed figure.
Rivals like the Yaris and the Clio might save you more in the long run, though, when you consider the Jazz’s significantly higher list price, which starts at around £28,000.
