Honda has unveiled the near-production version of its all-new compact electric vehicle, the Super-One, at the ongoing Japan Mobility Show 2025. This exciting new EV is set to go on sale in Japan and select Asian and Oceania markets next year. For the UK, the same model will be rebranded as the Honda Super-N. Alongside the Super-One, Honda also showcased two SUVs for India—the Honda 0 SUV prototype, scheduled for launch next year, and the Honda 0 Alpha SUV, which will be produced in India from 2027.
The Honda Super-One marks the brand’s latest push to bring energy, style, and youthful appeal into the compact EV market. Designed as a tall-boy hatchback with sporty proportions, the Super-One draws inspiration from the Super EV Concept that debuted earlier this year at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The near-production version retains much of the concept’s bold styling, combining sleek lines and functional aerodynamics for a confident and contemporary appearance.
Design and Exterior Styling
The Super-One’s design philosophy blends compact practicality with an assertive, sporty stance. Its low, wide profile, flared fenders, and 8-spoke black alloy wheels placed at the corners give the hatchback a planted, athletic look. The compact EV clearly emphasizes balance between form and function, offering both dynamic road presence and optimized aerodynamics.
At the front, the Super-One features the traditional Honda badge—a deliberate move to distinguish it from Honda’s upcoming 0 Series EVs, which use a stylized ‘H’. Flanking the badge are a pair of circular LED headlamps, lending a retro-modern charm. The charging port, neatly integrated into the front nose section, is cleverly concealed by flaps within the headlight housings. Vertical air ducts on the bumper not only aid cooling but also enhance aerodynamic efficiency, a design detail that continues in the rear bumper as well.
The rear end features rectangular tail-lights placed low on either side of the expansive rear windscreen, coupled with a subtle yet sporty rear spoiler. These elements together round off the Super-One’s dynamic and youthful exterior design language.
Interior and Cabin Experience
Step inside, and the Super-One’s interior showcases Honda’s signature balance between simplicity and technology. The cabin adopts a clean, horizontal dashboard layout, aligning the infotainment touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, and air vents seamlessly in a single line. This design approach not only enhances visual harmony but also improves usability and visibility for the driver.
The two-spoke steering wheel, sport seats, and blue interior accents inject a sense of sportiness and freshness into the cabin. True to Honda’s reputation for ergonomics, the Super-One retains physical buttons and rotary knobs for key controls—an increasingly rare feature in modern EVs dominated by touch interfaces. This decision is driven by both user-friendliness and Honda’s focus on achieving a higher European crash test score, where tactile controls remain a safety advantage.
Performance and Driving Dynamics
While Honda has not disclosed the full technical specifications yet, the Super-One adheres to Japan’s Kei car regulations, meaning it measures under 3.4 meters in length. Despite its compact dimensions, the Super-One is engineered to deliver an engaging and enjoyable driving experience, emphasizing driver connection—a hallmark of Honda vehicles.
One of the standout features is the ‘Boost Mode’, which temporarily increases power output to deliver brisk acceleration when needed. The Super-One also introduces a simulated 7-speed transmission, designed to mimic the sensation of gear shifts found in conventional vehicles. This feature aims to make the EV experience more familiar and enjoyable for driving enthusiasts who appreciate the tactile rhythm of gear changes.
Further enhancing engagement, Honda has integrated virtual engine sounds that replicate the auditory experience of traditional engines, adding a layer of excitement to the otherwise silent EV drive. This combination of tactile feedback, performance-oriented design, and sensory immersion makes the Super-One one of the most driver-focused compact EVs in its segment.
Positioning and Market Outlook
The Honda Super-One is strategically positioned below the upcoming Honda 0 Series in the brand’s global EV lineup. With its compact size, affordable pricing, and sporty character, it targets urban and young buyers seeking a fun, sustainable, and stylish daily commuter. Honda aims for the Super-One to be a strong alternative to other compact electric hatchbacks currently available in Japan and global markets.
By combining innovation with familiarity, Honda has created a small EV that appeals not just to first-time electric vehicle buyers but also to enthusiasts who crave driving excitement. The Super-One perfectly embodies Honda’s evolving EV philosophy—electric doesn’t have to mean emotionless.
As the Super-One prepares for launch in 2026, it represents a pivotal step in Honda’s transition to electrification, blending style, practicality, and performance in a package that resonates with the modern urban lifestyle.
