by Prototype Presentation
The Super EV concept, which Honda showed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, has evolved into this Super-One prototype. The model presented at the Japan Mobility Show this week is an almost ready version of the new production model, which will essentially become the successor to the Honda e.
Features and Markets
Presented in Tokyo as the Super-One prototype, the compact electric city car will be sold in Japan, Asia, and Oceania under the name Super-ONE, and in the UK as Super-N. It is based on the new Honda N-One e: platform for kei cars sold in Japan and has a sporty character that will undoubtedly appeal to enthusiasts of cars with high dynamic qualities.
Technical Specifications
Honda has not disclosed the details of the model’s powertrain but stated that it is equipped with a simulated seven-speed transmission and an active sound control system that replicates the sound of a ‘powerful’ engine. Virtual gear shifts and the internal combustion engine-inspired sound track are activated when the car is driven in Boost mode. Furthermore, there will be special interior displays and coordinated lighting sequences to enhance the driving pleasure.
Sporty Design
It’s not just the driver-focused nature that sets the Super-One apart from the old Honda e. It also has a fun exterior design. Looking more like a car modified by a tuning firm for the Tokyo Auto Salon, the EV features bulging wheel arches and sporty bumpers. There’s even a small spoiler on the rear.
Interior and Comfort
The interior features sport seats upholstered in black, white, and gray fabric. There is also a small digital instrument panel and a large central infotainment display, similar to other Honda models.
Release Plans
The production model will hit the market next year, initially launching in Japan before being added to Honda’s lineup in the UK and several other Asian markets.
The Super-N prototype promises to be a fantastic entry point for owning a Honda electric car when it arrives on our market next year, building on the excitement we saw for the concept model at Goodwood this summer. By delivering the Honda-characteristic ‘joy of driving’ in a compact, fully electric model, we believe it is a unique offering, and we look forward to people being able to try it from 2026.
This model demonstrates how Honda is adapting its traditional values, such as driving pleasure and innovation, to new technologies. With a focus on driving emotions, even in an electric form, it could attract not only supporters of eco-friendly transport but also those who appreciate dynamics and individuality. Its launch in different markets under different names indicates the brand’s global strategy aimed at local preferences.
