Honda UK has added two CVT automatic versions to its UK Jazz (Fit) supermini range which is currently sold only with a 1.4-litre petrol engine.

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Controlled by either a floor lever or steering wheel-mounted buttons, the ‘CVT-7’ gearbox offers seamless automatic shifting, a stepped seven-stage automatic shift programme or seven-stage clutchless manual shifts.

The option adds £900 to the retail price.

Honda UK invited readers of Autocar magazine to submit suggestions before naming the new CVT autobox option CVT-7.