Honda is taking its kei car formula global with an adaptation of the Japan-only N-One e:. Called Super-One or Super-N, depending on the country, the new model is the Japanese automaker’s smallest EV in its overseas markets.
At the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed, we had a chance to get up close with the Honda Super-N and understand its styling, quality, comfort and convenience, and other key aspects in detail. Here are some interesting observations we made:
Design
The Honda Super-N is smaller than typical European city cars. The entry-level Honda EV has a cheerful and playful look, evident in elements like the circular headlamps and four-spoke alloy wheels.
In addition to the N-One e:’s clear-lens taillamps, a sporty body kit, and low ground clearance, red brake calipers, a shark-fin antenna, and a roof spoiler enhance the Super-N’s visual appeal.
We particularly like the off-center upper grille and the pronounced blister fenders that widen the stance and communicate stability. The car’s stance looks planted, and the panel surfacing is sharper and more muscular than a traditional kei model.
Interior
Honda has kept the interior layout minimal to reduce distractions as well as lower costs, pairing a horizontal dashboard with a clear sightline over the hood.
Sports seats designed exclusively for this vehicle provide additional side bolstering, and the asymmetric blue seat cover adds a playful element. The execution also reminds us of the off-center upper grille on the outside.
Honda equips the Super-N with a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster and a 9.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The company has used switches, knobs, and buttons for all essential interior controls, including comfort functions, audio volume, and defogger. The two-spoke steering wheel also features physical controls, including a Boost mode.
The ambient lighting strip in the dashboard changes from blue to purple when the driver engages the Boost mode. Storage solutions are modest, but packaging efficiency feels strong given the segment.
Experience in the Honda Super-N
During my time with the Honda Super-N, I noticed that getting into the front was easy because the doors open unusually wide. Once inside, the cabin feels bright and upright, with good outward visibility.
The pillars are neither too thick nor heavily raked, and visibility remains good even without front quarter-glass panels. The seat design is unusual, though.
The outer edges of the seat base feature prominent bolsters, which is not a typical approach in a small car. For someone with a wider frame like mine, the seat may not be particularly comfortable.
Once settled in, however, back support is good, while head and neck support are adequate. Under-thigh support is acceptable as well.
The fixed headrests still felt usable, and with the seat adjusted for my driving position, I had about 3.9 inches of headroom. The pedal box is reasonably spacious, and even with my size 12 shoes, I did not face any major issues.
Honda has given the cabin several sporty touches, including a grippy steering wheel with blue stitching, blue ambient lighting, a blue strip across the dashboard, blue stitching on the seats, and matching detailing on the floor mats. I also appreciated the abundance of physical controls.
The climate controls are not buried in the touchscreen, the drive mode selector and PRND controls use tactile push buttons, and the infotainment system has dedicated power and volume buttons. A 12V, 180W outlet complements the two USB-C ports, adding further practicality.
Space is more limited in the rear. With the front seat adjusted for a 6-foot-tall occupant, I had only about 1.6 inches of knee room. Rear headroom stood at approximately 2.4 inches.
Although the rear seats include adjustable headrests and a two-step reclining function, they are not suitable for tall adults. Three-abreast seating is also not feasible, and passengers sit with their knees raised.
Back support is adequate, and the large windows help the rear feel reasonably airy, but this area is best suited to children.
Specifications
The Honda Super-N measures 3,599 mm (141.7 in.) in length, 1,573 mm (61.9 in.) in width, and 1,608 mm (63.3 in.) in height and has a 2,516 mm (99.1 in.) wheelbase.
A single motor mounted on the front axle produces 47 kW (63 hp) and up to 162 Nm of torque. The Boost mode temporarily increases the power to 70 kW (94 hp). A simulated 7-speed transmission operated via paddle shifters, along with Active Sound Control, which generates an artificial engine sound, adds to the driving experience.
Honda uses the same 29.6 kWh battery pack as in the Super-One, which can be charged at up to 50 kW. According to Europe’s WLTP standard, the Super-N can travel 199 miles (city)/128 miles (combined) on a single charge.
Charging from 15% to 100% SoC takes 3 hours via an 11 kW AC charger and 30 minutes via a 50 kW DC charger.
Price
In the UK, Honda offers the Super-N in a single Advance trim, priced at GBP 18,995 (USD 25,499, or GBP 19,295 (USD 25,902) in a dual-tone paint. The other version, called the Super-One, was first launched in Singapore in January 2026. In May 2026, its availability was expanded to Japan.
Honda is unlikely to launch the Super-N in the U.S. The Trump administration has shown keen interest in encouraging automakers to introduce microcars in the U.S., but their limited interior space and stricter local safety regulations could make them impractical for American drivers.
An automobile engineer by training, I’ve analyzed the global car market since 2005, with a keen focus on EVs since 2008. My journey in online automotive publishing spans 17 years, during which I have reviewed cutting-edge automotive technologies and interviewed leading global CEOs and vehicle developers.
