Honda N-One e: offers 270 km range, designed for urban EV users.
Priced under €20,000, the N-One e: undercuts competitors like the Honda e and Renault Twingo.
Interior features minimalist design; higher trims include touchscreen, one-pedal drive, and V2L capability.
Honda has confirmed that its compact electric city car, the N-One e:, will enter production this fall 2025, with plans to offer the model in European markets at a price point below €20,000 (CDN 32,000). First introduced in Japan, the vehicle is the EV evolution of the original N-One, a model initially launched in 2012 as a modern interpretation of the 1967 N360.
Measuring only 3.4 metres in length (scarcely more than a midsize SUV’s wheelbase) and approximately 1.48 metres in width, the N-One e: adheres to Japanese kei car regulations. This car, seen here, previews a more Euro-specific version. The European adaptation is expected to feature wider dimensions and enhanced design elements.
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The N-One e: offers an estimated range of 270 kilometres under the WLTC cycle (roughly 240 km EPA). While Honda has not confirmed final specifications, the model is expected to share its powertrain with the N-Van e:, featuring a 64-horsepower electric motor, 162 Nm (120 lb-ft) of torque, and a 29.6-kWh battery. Charging ports are integrated into the front fascia, which is composed of recycled vehicle materials. The car also supports vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability, allowing users to power external devices through an optional connector.
Interior design is all about simplicity and practicality. Base versions omit a central infotainment screen, relying instead on physical climate controls and an upright dashboard layout. Higher-spec trims include a nine-inch touchscreen interface. The cabin contains flexible seating arrangements, such as rear seats that fold flat or flip upward to accommodate larger cargo items. They are reminiscent of the rear magic seats once available in the Honda Fit and first-generation HR-V.
2026 Honda N-One e: | Photo: HondaThe N-One e: will be positioned as a lower-cost alternative in the expanding small EV segment, competing with forthcoming electric versions of the Renault Twingo and Dacia Spring, both scheduled for 2026, in Europe and elsewhere. Unfortunately, Hell will freeze over in the middle of a summer heatwave before we ever see the likes of this car in North America.
