What size trunk does a Honda Jazz have?
The trunk size varies by generation, market, and seating configuration. In Europe and most non-U.S. markets, you typically get about 300–320 liters behind the rear seats, expanding to roughly 1,000–1,200 liters with the rear seats folded. In the U.S., where the car is sold as the Honda Fit, cargo space is about 16.6 cubic feet (approximately 470 liters) behind the rear seats and about 52.7 cubic feet (roughly 1,493 liters) with the seats folded. The exact figures depend on trim, spare tire status, and the seating setup.
The Honda Jazz is known for its flexible seating system, often marketed as "Magic Seat," which lets you reconfigure the rear bench to accommodate different cargo shapes and sizes. Because trunk capacity changes with seating arrangement and model year, numbers can vary by market and specification. The sections below summarize typical capacities and how to maximize space.
Trunk capacity by market and generation
These figures reflect rear cargo space with the rear seats up and with the seats folded, following official specs where available.
- European and other non-U.S. markets (Honda Jazz / Fit family, various generations): about 300–320 liters behind the rear seats; around 1,000–1,200 liters with the rear seats folded, depending on trim and whether a spare wheel is included.
- United States (Honda Fit): about 16.6 cubic feet (≈470 liters) behind the rear seats; about 52.7 cubic feet (≈1,493 liters) with the seats folded.
Note that measurements vary by model year, trim level, and whether a spare tire is present. Always check the exact figures for your vehicle in the official spec sheet or owner's manual.
Maximizing cargo space with Magic Seat
Configurations that affect cargo capacity
The Jazz’s Magic Seat system allows several loading configurations to maximize cargo space. Beyond the standard folded-down rear seats, you can adjust seat cushions and the rear bench to create a flat loading floor, a taller cargo area for upright items, or a longer space for longer objects.
- Seats up: provides a compact, everyday cargo area suitable for groceries and daily luggage.
- 60/40 split folding: rear seats fold down to extend the cargo floor, increasing usable volume to about 1,000–1,200 liters in many markets (exact figures vary by year/trim).
- Tall/cargo modes: certain configurations allow extra vertical space for tall items without removing seats.
These flexible layouts help the Jazz adapt to a wide range of cargo needs, from groceries to bicycles and awkwardly shaped gear.
Bottom line
Overall, the Honda Jazz offers practical trunk space for its class, enhanced by its Magic Seat flexibility. Always verify the exact cargo figures for your model year and market in the official documentation or on Honda’s website, and consider simulating your typical loading scenarios to confirm fit.
Summary: Trunk size in the Honda Jazz varies by market. European models typically provide about 300–320 liters with seats up and roughly 1,000–1,200 liters with seats folded; U.S. models (Fit) offer about 470 liters behind the rear seats and up to about 1,493 liters with seats folded. The Magic Seat system adds versatility, enabling multiple configurations to maximize cargo space when needed.
