Honda Airwave
GJ1Stock varies — page stays liveThe GJ1 chassis code represents the front-wheel drive (FF) variant of the Honda Airwave. Powered by the 1.5L SOHC VTEC engine, it is renowned for its fuel efficiency and spacious cabin utility.
Engine
L15A VTEC
Displacement
1,496 cc
Drive
2WD (FF)
Gearbox
CVT
Fuel
Petrol
Body
Wagon
Honda Airwave — representative 1st Gen (GJ1/GJ2) imageGJ1 in stock now● 1 in stock now
View all in stockDimensions & shipping volume
Length
4,350 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Weight
1,160 kg
Shipping volume
11.1 M³
Manufacture year vs. registration year
Japanese paperwork shows the first registration date, but African customs count age from the month of manufacture. Verify with the chassis serial before purchase:
Serial prefixProduction periodSeries
GJ1-100XXXXXXApr 2005 – Mar 2006Early production/Launch spec
GJ1-110XXXXXXMar 2006 – Jun 2007Minor production updates
GJ1-120XXXXXXJun 2007 – Apr 2008Mid-cycle improvements
GJ1-130XXXXXXApr 2008 – Aug 2010Facelift and final production run
Import eligibility by country
Age limits are counted from the month of manufacture, not first registration. This GJ1 was produced 2005–2010; the statuses below are checked against Jul 2026.
KenyaNot eligible
8-year limit from manufacture — all units now exceed it.UgandaNot eligible
15-year limit from manufacture — all units now exceed it.TanzaniaEligible
No age ban; vehicles over 10 years pay additional excise duty.ZambiaEligible
No age limit; surtax applies to vehicles older than 5 years.MalawiEligible
No age limit; duty calculated on cc and age band.Common questions about the GJ1
What is the difference between GJ1 and GJ2 chassis codes?
The GJ1 code denotes the front-wheel-drive (FF) configuration, whereas the GJ2 designates the all-wheel-drive (4WD) version of the Honda Airwave.
What is the standout feature of the Honda Airwave?
The standout feature is the optional 'Skyroof', a massive panoramic glass panel integrated into the roof measuring 1110mm by 770mm that provides an airy cabin experience.
Which transmission is used in the Airwave GJ1?
The GJ1 utilizes a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), with some higher-grade trims (like the L and G types) featuring a 7-speed manual mode controlled by steering wheel paddle shifters.