Honda N-One e: debut with 270 km range

Introducing the smallest electric car produced by Honda: the Honda N-One e:.

With dimensions that place it within the kei car class, it replaces the Honda e, which ceased production in January of last year.

Here are some key facts you should know:

1. Honda’s second electric kei car

This is not the first ultra-compact electric car, as Honda previously launched the commercial EV N-Van e: last year.

The specifications of the N-One e: are expected to mimic those of the N-Van e:, featuring a single electric motor that drives the front wheels (64 hp).

2. Driving Range

Equipped with a 29.6 kWh battery pack, the N-Van e: can travel up to 245 km; however, when paired with the N-One e:, it has an estimated range of over 270 km based on WLTC data.

The N-Van e: also supports DC fast charging at 50 kW, allowing the battery to charge in 30 minutes or 4.5 hours using AC charging at 6.0 kW.

3. Nostalgic features from the 1960s

Honda employs the e:Daily Partner approach for the N-One e, offering an attractive exterior design along with a spacious cabin.

The N-One e: also provides the benefit of easy handling—evoking features from Honda’s classic kei car, the N360, of the 1960s and 70s.

4. Cabin space

The cabin of the N-One e: follows the Man Maximum Machine Minimum philosophy, showcasing a minimalist design.

It comes with an LCD cluster screen, a nine-inch central display, USB charging ports, a PRND selection button, and central climate controls, along with a two-spoke steering wheel similar to that of the N-Van e:.

Practicality is enhanced by a small tray on the dashboard, cup holders in the driver’s area and center console, as well as foldable rear seats to suit various needs.

5. Variations

Two variants are offered for the Japanese market: the e: L, which is more fully equipped, and the base e: G.

Both variants come standard with front and rear LED lights and an ADAS system (complete with cameras).

The base e: G features 14-inch steel rims with hub covers.

Its cabin appears more minimalist, as it includes only a simple audio system with Bluetooth support.

The e: L variant, on the other hand, is equipped with sporty 14-inch six-spoke aluminum rims and a cabin that includes the infotainment screen mentioned in point four.

6. Honda Access Accessories

As always, no Honda car offering would be complete without a wide array of accessories.

Honda Access provides a V2L adapter kit that offers up to 1,500W of power for emergency use.