My new Jazz 2021 Hybrid EX was delivered 4 days ago. And Garmin Sat Nav etc.

[richardfrost]

on the other hand the Crosstar is a perfect size for us and I suspect the HR-V will be larger than we need. Decisions, decisions!

I think the HR-V will be similar sized to Crosstar overall but more 'sporty' looking. Any extra size will be taken up making it look like an SUV with a flatter bonnet. I would expect there will be little difference in height unless they are introducing a 4WD option. Still worth waiting though if you're not in a hurry. I'm in the same situation.

[Expatman]

on the other hand the Crosstar is a perfect size for us and I suspect the HR-V will be larger than we need. Decisions, decisions!

I think the HR-V will be similar sized to Crosstar overall but more 'sporty' looking. Any extra size will be taken up making it look like an SUV with a flatter bonnet. I would expect there will be little difference in height unless they are introducing a 4WD option. Still worth waiting though if you're not in a hurry. I'm in the same situation.

Yes, no desperate hurry to change cars. Just lining up alternatives for the back-end of the year but I do appreciate Honda hybrid technology.
Tend to order for delivery in March of following year - and yes I am vain as everyone and enjoy the new registration for it’s better resale price.

[Kremmen]

My current car is a March reg, 2013.

Never again, having a Feb service date can be a pain with potential icy roads.

I'm currently aiming for a Sep reg Jazz. August services will be nicer.

[John Ratsey]

I think the HR-V will be similar sized to Crosstar overall but more 'sporty' looking. Any extra size will be taken up making it look like an SUV with a flatter bonnet. I would expect there will be little difference in height unless they are introducing a 4WD option. Still worth waiting though if you're not in a hurry. I'm in the same situation.

There are estimated 2022 HR-V dimensions at https://topelectricsuv.com/news/honda/2022-honda-hrv-launch/. It's only an inch or so higher and wider than the Crosstar but more than a foot longer. Will there be room for a spare wheel under the boot floor? I think the ride height of the Crosstar is about an inch lower than the current HR-V but didn't notice the difference when I swapped. In terms of ease of access, Honda doors tend to open wider than most.

[Expatman]

I think the HR-V will be similar sized to Crosstar overall but more 'sporty' looking. Any extra size will be taken up making it look like an SUV with a flatter bonnet. I would expect there will be little difference in height unless they are introducing a 4WD option. Still worth waiting though if you're not in a hurry. I'm in the same situation.

There are estimated 2022 HR-V dimensions at https://topelectricsuv.com/news/honda/2022-honda-hrv-launch/. It's only an inch or so higher and wider than the Crosstar but more than a foot longer. Will there be room for a spare wheel under the boot floor? I think the ride height of the Crosstar is about an inch lower than the current HR-V but didn't notice the difference when I swapped. In terms of ease of access, Honda doors tend to open wider than most.

If those dimensions are correct then you could possibly gain 44 mm (1.73”) in overall height which could translate to the same increase in seat height. However, significant increase in length but similar ground clearance so who knows! Only proof will be to try one alongside the other, I suspect the HR-V is going to cost a whole lot more than the Crosstar though.

[richardfrost]

If those dimensions are correct then you could possibly gain 44 mm (1.73”) in overall height which could translate to the same increase in seat height. However, significant increase in length but similar ground clearance so who knows! Only proof will be to try one alongside the other, I suspect the HR-V is going to cost a whole lot more than the Crosstar though.

I suspect the extra length is, as I said earlier, to accommodate a more horizontal 'SUV' style boot design, and also to accommodate possibly larger or more kit in there, i.e. bigger engine? I remember when I got my HR-V I didn't feel much bigger inside than the 2nd gen Jazz it replaced.

[stiggysawdust]

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Now, I need to learn how to use Android Auto, and get it working wirelessly from the kind post on here by Roman! I don’t fancy plugging in my phone every time I want to use Android Auto!.

 Just go into phone settings and you will be able to add your phone.

[andynet]

Love my new Crosstar and the larger Navigation screen compared to my Mk3 EX I traded in. A little dissapointed that my map on my Crosstar is older than the one on my Mk3 which had most of the new roads contructed nearby! I also had the 'safety camera' POI's installed on my Mk3 - Wondering whether to try to intall onto my new car? Anyone tried yet?

[John Ratsey]

I've not tried but page 33 of the Navi Manual https://www.honda.co.uk/cars/owners/manuals-and-guides/honda-owners-manuals/_jcr_content/par1/textcolumnwithimagem_1653971839/textColumn/richtextdownload_523/file.res/32TZA800_Navigation%20Book.pdf provides a clue about the procedure.

[andynet]

I've tried the map update, but the installed one is the current one - Just don't know why my Mk 3 map was more up to date?
I know how to add the 'safety cam' POI's, (in fact I have loaded them to a USB today), Just a bit hesitant to go ahead, although I cant see the process doing any harm. You did have to 'restore' the system to activate the integrate the camera points, but have to say, worked well in my Mk3. Showed, beeped and iisted all cam types including sites where mobile camera vans frequented, when aproaching.

[IanG]

Thanks for the info.
Could you point me to the procedure used to add speed camera POI on mk 4 Garmin sat back, as I can’t see the process detailed in the manual?

[Kremmen]

This is from my Civinfo site, just edited highlights:

It's really easy to do, but takes a little time as you have to perform a map update on your system.

Firstly get yourself a blank USB key (min 8gb, max 32gb). Then go here and follow the instruction to update your maps:

https://honda.garmin.com/honda/index.html

Don't worry if you've recently updated your maps, you won't use up your free updates. The 5 free updates Honda give refers to the annual Garmin update... you can download each map/update as many times as you want within that 5 year period.

When done you should have a USB key with lots of files/folders on it.

You then need to obtain the Garmin CSV download from PocketGPSWorld, SCDB or Cyclops, (needs a subscription) and use Garmin's POILoader to create a .GPI file if your download isn't .GPI.

Then copy and paste the .GPI file into the POI folder that is on your USB key. Dont delete the other .GPI in the folder as that is all the other POI's for your system.

The take the USB key to your car and update the maps as normal.

Once updated, you will get the alerts automatically when you are near a camera.

To enable the sound, you will have to reset/restore the Garmin App (NOT the connect system). Don't worry, it's not as drastic as it sounds... it just resets the Garmin settings back to default (and enables the alert sounds). You don't lose the history or saved favourites etc. You just have to set units, map colour etc.

[Kremmen]

Note:

By default Garmins advance alerts are about 33 to 36 seconds ahead. In my book this is far too much so I created a program with lots of options to fine tune the alerts.

Plus it checks and installs the SOX.EXE program that is required by POILoader to enable the audible alerts.

Free from here:

https://www.pocketgpsworld.com/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=91951

This program is written by me, is free, and is 100% safe.

[Bristol_Crosstar]

I think the HR-V will be similar sized to Crosstar overall but more 'sporty' looking. Any extra size will be taken up making it look like an SUV with a flatter bonnet. I would expect there will be little difference in height unless they are introducing a 4WD option. Still worth waiting though if you're not in a hurry. I'm in the same situation.

There are estimated 2022 HR-V dimensions at https://topelectricsuv.com/news/honda/2022-honda-hrv-launch/. It's only an inch or so higher and wider than the Crosstar but more than a foot longer. Will there be room for a spare wheel under the boot floor? I think the ride height of the Crosstar is about an inch lower than the current HR-V but didn't notice the difference when I swapped. In terms of ease of access, Honda doors tend to open wider than most.

If those dimensions are correct then you could possibly gain 44 mm (1.73”) in overall height which could translate to the same increase in seat height. However, significant increase in length but similar ground clearance so who knows! Only proof will be to try one alongside the other, I suspect the HR-V is going to cost a whole lot more than the Crosstar though.

Details of the new HR-V in this video:

[foxleys]

Well I have had my Jazz Hybrid EX for about 1 month & I am loving it!

Things I like;

Wide comfortable seats
Plenty of space
Big wide sort of panoramic screen or view
I just filled it up today, for the 1st time 69.5mpg I recon, remember I live in Jersey, 40mph speed limit, lots of 20 and 30mph zones.
Drives like a bigger car
The noise from the engine (even going up hills) does not bother me, it is a lot quieter than my Mk3 Jan 2018 Jazz.
My 15 year old lab can get in the middle of the car, by me lifting one side of the cinema seat bases, don't have to lift here in!

Things I don't like;
No sunroof
No button to move the front seats like there were in the Mk1 & 2.
Not much else!