Honda's affordable EV hot hatch is selling like hotcakes, priced at $21,000. The electric vehicle has secured over 7,000 preorders in a month.
This is a promising start for Honda's entry into the global EV market. The Super-One's success could pave the way for more affordable EVs from Japanese manufacturers.
The Super-One retains its boxy, retro design but gets an upgraded chassis and wider stance. It also features a 29.6 kWh battery offering up to 274 km of driving range.
The vehicle is powered by the same battery as Honda's compact EV sold in Japan, the N-ONE e. The boost mode increases output to 93 hp when used exclusively for the electric hot hatch.
Honda has taken a page from Hyundai's performance EVs with a fake 7-speed transmission and Active Sound Control system to emulate the sounds and jerk feeling of an old-school internal combustion engine sports car.
The interior is based on the N-ONE e, featuring a standard 9″ infotainment screen with Google built-in. The vehicle also comes with a premium Bose sound system.
The Super-One's small size is notable, measuring just 3,395 mm in length. This makes it even smaller than the Volkswagen ID. Polo GTI, the first all-electric GTI.
Honda's electric hot hatch will go on sale in Europe, the UK, Australia, and other overseas markets shortly. The vehicle will be sold as the Super-N in the UK, starting at under £20,000.
The success of Honda's affordable EV hot hatch could have a significant impact on the global EV market, making it more accessible to a wider range of consumers.
The trend of affordable EVs is gaining momentum.
