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The new Honda Jade RS sports an interesting turbocharged engine with Earth Dreams Technology and drives more like a hatchback than an MPV. The highlight of the cabin is Honda's design principle of 'Man Maximum Machine Minimum', emphasised by the car's ingenious use of space on top of a clean design. While it may only have six seats instead of seven, the Jade makes up for this with a competent powertrain and rock solid driving dynamics.
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Was deciding between HR-V/Vezel, CR-V Kia Caren/Niro, Nissan Sienta/Qasqai, Civic 1.5 among others. Happened to test drive Jade at KM, liked it and bought the very last Cobalt Blue version. As of May 2018, Honda have stop selling Jade RS in Singapore.» Read More
So far enjoying it especially the drive, handling and sound proofing.
Jade RS is also sold by Honda HK; There are a couple of video reviews at https://www.Honda.Com.Hk/index.Php/tc/models/jade-rs-2016 -
Read all the reviews here about Honda Jade RS, some which I disagree. The Jade is able to summon its horses much better than its predecessor, Stream, which I drove the 2.0l version. You need to check if you are in the "S"Ports mode or "D"Rive mode. In addition, did you turn on "Start/stop" And Econ features? Both this will tone down your acceleration and responsiveness in exchange for better FC.» Read More
I've personally switched to "S" And drag the gear using paddle shift to over 5,000 rpm and went toe-on-toe with a Subaru Rex.
The complains about 4-seat or lack of boot space is again... Perspective. To me, the Jade offers flexibility, especially if you have a family size of >5 (6 to be exact). The rear seats can be folded down. Unlike Stream, where the whole rear seats were folded, the Jade can be folded one rear seat at a time. When seating 5, the last seat *is* boot space. You can't achieve that with a 5-seater. You don't have the flexibility to convert boot space to a seat and vice versa.
The Jade RS is designed as a performance, compact MPV (station wagon) rather than a comfort MPV. That has been addressed by the Odyssey. The cheaper alternative is the Mobilo.
Good sound proofing, good build quality (made in Japan; Even better than Civic).
A light-footer will see >14km/l on a 70% Highway/30% City drive. Heavy footers will see >12km/l.
In summary, the Jade is designed at a very specific target audience where you need to move more than 5 people at times, but less than 7. The main draw is its performance, which could easily top any MPV in its category. No other MPV will come close to the Jade... Literally.
NOTE: The Honda Jade RS rims are specially designed to reduce noise. There's a reason why it came stock with Yokohama dB tires (further noise reduction). -
Good day,» Read More
Drove this ride for 3 months. Test drive several other cars like 308sw, HRV, shuttle hybrid, qasqai 1.2and 2L, kia caren, Forester, XV, opel astra Tourer, civic 1.5T, CLA180. -
I was initially considering Kia Carens 1.7 CRDi, Toyota Wish 1.8, Kia Niro, Honda Civic 1.5T before diving in on a Honda Jade RS 1.5T» Read More
There is nothing wrong with all vehicles I have shortlisted and considered except they either sit 5 or 7, handles like a sedan or like a van.
The Kia Carens 1.7 CRDi's power was exceptional whereas the Wish's interior space is more usable. Since i eventually deduce I may need the extra seats, the Kia Niro and Civic are set aside, they have their interesting points and I liked both of them. I did find the new Kia models very impressively built.
The Honda Jade RS seems to be in the middle between all my shortlisted candidates. It drives like a sedan - deceiving nimble and agile handling masks it's true size and length, longer than that of a toyota wish or kia carens.
It never seems to run out of steam when you floor the accelerator.
the 7-speed CVT may take some fun out of the drive but does provide the car with smooth usable power that seems linear and never ending (well, in our roads lol!)
I did considered the Hybrid variant of the jade. However, CEVs rebates actually increase the vehicle depreciation and unfortunately for me, i never drive enough milage to cover the extra depreciation. (PARF = X%[ARF - CEVS] etc...)
ps: although the Jade was originally designed for the chinese domestic market, the Jade RS and Jade Hybrid models in Singapore are japanese made models.
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Collected Jade a month ago. Totally love the drive and sleekness. Kept my 2010 RB3 Odyssey as well due to family size. As a Honda fan, reliability is my top most priority. Cruising experience is amazing for a MPV on the expressway and you might exceed the speed limit without realising. In terms of cost, the fuel consumption and road tax compared to my Odyssey is economically low.» Read More
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Other than the relatively attractive exteriors compared to its ugly twin (read Mobilio), the new Honda Jade is a poor proposition to buyers looking for an MPV today.» Read More
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I especially like the design of this MPV. Despite being of low-height, the Jade is compatible with most multi-level car parks. It can fit six passengers comfortably thanks to its smart seat-sliding mechanism.» Read More
It also has a practical third row which can be folded independently - very useful when it comes to using it to carry around cargo. All I have to do is to pull a strap and a flat and user-friendly luggage space is created.
The Jade RS is by no means a performance car but it does feature some cool tech like the 'Honda Sensing' driver assist safety suite and something called 'Agile Handling Assist' which improves cornering and operates like other torque-vectoring systems.
The Honda Stream was one of the most popular Multi-Purpose Vehicles (MPV) back in its heyday and judging from what our voters think, its replacement - the Jade RS - is set to be as successful as its predecessor.
Continuing to look as sporty its predecessor, it is fronted by Honda's 'Solid Wing Face' design identity, which fuses a spindle-shaped, mesh-type front grate with a pair of LED headlamps. At the rear, sporty rear combination lamps indicate a sense of unity to the rear windows through a flowing design.
Inside, the sporty theme continues, with its two-tiered dash recalling the FD Civic. Meanwhile, sensibly placed controls prove that Honda hasn't lost its knack for ergonomics.
Nowadays, smart infotainment systems are the norm and the Jade RS doesn't disappoint. It comes with a 7.0-inch high-definition capacitive media interface, which renders intuitive control at your fingertips.
Unlike most MPVs in its class, the Jade RS has a clever 'V-slide captain's seats' where the middle row seats slide back and forth in a V-shaped line to create more space - move the seats back and they join to give you a comfortable, frontal view.
Being a Honda, one expects the MPV to be adept in the power and handling department. While old Honda purists may scorn at the thought of turbocharging, we are happy to report that this new turbocharged 1.5-litre, four-cylinder plant produces 148bhp and 203Nm of torque, sending the Jade RS from 0-100km/h in brisk 9.5 seconds.
On the go, the Jade RS actually accelerates with more oomph than the modest paper figures may suggest. Paired to a CVT, the linearity of power delivery means that you'd likely forget that the car packs a turbo. Around corners, it behaves more like a hatch than MPV, thanks to the car's Agile Handling electric aid that utilises brake vectoring to improve corner traceability.
With its combination of good looks, daily practicality, easy drivability and surprising agility, the Honda Jade RS is the standout MPV of the year.
Continuing to look as sporty its predecessor, it is fronted by Honda's 'Solid Wing Face' design identity, which fuses a spindle-shaped, mesh-type front grate with a pair of LED headlamps. At the rear, sporty rear combination lamps indicate a sense of unity to the rear windows through a flowing design.
Inside, the sporty theme continues, with its two-tiered dash recalling the FD Civic. Meanwhile, sensibly placed controls prove that Honda hasn't lost its knack for ergonomics.
Nowadays, smart infotainment systems are the norm and the Jade RS doesn't disappoint. It comes with a 7.0-inch high-definition capacitive media interface, which renders intuitive control at your fingertips.
Unlike most MPVs in its class, the Jade RS has a clever 'V-slide captain's seats' where the middle row seats slide back and forth in a V-shaped line to create more space - move the seats back and they join to give you a comfortable, frontal view.
Being a Honda, one expects the MPV to be adept in the power and handling department. While old Honda purists may scorn at the thought of turbocharging, we are happy to report that this new turbocharged 1.5-litre, four-cylinder plant produces 148bhp and 203Nm of torque, sending the Jade RS from 0-100km/h in brisk 9.5 seconds.
On the go, the Jade RS actually accelerates with more oomph than the modest paper figures may suggest. Paired to a CVT, the linearity of power delivery means that you'd likely forget that the car packs a turbo. Around corners, it behaves more like a hatch than MPV, thanks to the car's Agile Handling electric aid that utilises brake vectoring to improve corner traceability.
With its combination of good looks, daily practicality, easy drivability and surprising agility, the Honda Jade RS is the standout MPV of the year.
