Overview
- Honda allowed a first drive of the Super ONE prototype at its Tochigi Proving Grounds, where it behaved more like a sporty hatchback than a typical small EV.
- The prototype’s headline features include a dedicated Boost Mode and a simulated 7‑speed gearbox with synthesized engine sound and realistic shift behavior.
- It rides on a widened, stiffened evolution of Honda’s N‑Series platform with a flat, centrally mounted battery to achieve a notably low center of gravity.
- Honda targets a 2026 launch in Japan followed by the U.K. and select Asian markets, with Honda Australia confirming local sales in the second half of 2026.
- Key specifications such as battery capacity, motor output, and range remain undisclosed, though Honda executives emphasize competitive pricing and driver engagement over spec-sheet highs.