How many generations of Honda Fits are there?
There are four generations of the Honda Fit (known as the Jazz in many markets) to date. The latest generation began around 2020 and remains the current model globally, while earlier generations served in their respective eras. The timeline below outlines the four generations and their typical model-year ranges, with notes on regional naming.
Generational timeline
Below is a concise timeline of the Fit/Jazz generations, including approximate model-year ranges and naming conventions by region.
- First generation (2001–2008): Debuted in Japan in 2001 and rolled out worldwide in the following years. It introduced the car's flexible interior and compact footprint, marketed as the Fit in most regions and Jazz in Europe and other markets.
- Second generation (2007–2014): A redesigned platform with improved packaging and efficiency, sold under the Fit name in North America and the Jazz name in many other markets.
- Third generation (2013–2020): A more mature design with enhanced fuel economy and interior comfort; continued global naming, with regional variations.
- Fourth generation (2020–present): The current generation, featuring updated styling, improved efficiency, and new technology; marketed as Fit in some markets and Jazz in others, with North America largely not receiving this generation.
Notes: The exact model-year ranges can vary by market due to calendar-year introductions and regional updates. In the United States, Honda discontinued the Fit after the 2020 model year, so the fourth generation is not offered there; other regions continue to receive the Jazz/Fit lineup under the new generation since 2020.
Global naming and regional differences
Across the world, the Honda Fit is known as the Jazz in Europe, Asia, and many other markets, while the U.S. and Canada historically used the Fit nameplate. The fourth generation marks a unified design language across several regions, though naming can still vary by market.
In summary, four generations exist, with a globally available Jazz/Fit lineup and differing regional availability, especially in North America.
Summary
The Honda Fit has four generations to date. The latest generation began around 2020 and remains current in many markets, while the earlier generations cover 2001–2008, 2007–2014, and 2013–2020, respectively. Regional naming differences and market availability influence how the lineup is presented in different countries.
