Honda previews Super-N city EV for Oceania

Honda has unveiled the Super-N Prototype at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show, previewing a compact electric vehicle (EV) that could reach New Zealand as part of the brand’s planned Oceania rollout.

The small urban EV is set for production in Japan from 2026, followed by launches in other Asian markets and the UK. Honda’s global announcement specifically references “Oceania” in its rollout strategy, suggesting the Super-N could become available locally.

Built on the lightest version of Honda’s N Series Kei-car platform, the Super-N was first shown as the Super EV Concept at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. The Tokyo debut presents a near-production version with bold proportions and prominent aerodynamic features that give it a wider stance than the standard N-One.

Performance focus with virtual gears

The Super-N introduces several performance-oriented features aimed at delivering driving engagement in a city-sized package. A new BOOST Mode temporarily increases power output for acceleration bursts, while virtual multi-gear shift control simulates traditional transmission feel.

Honda has also fitted an Active Sound Control system that replicates the sound and sensation of a petrol-powered sports car, supported by interior lighting and display animations.

The interior continues Honda’s driver-focused approach with asymmetrical blue-accented sports seats, a minimalist dashboard, and a horizontal layout designed to maximise visibility and space efficiency.

While Honda has not released technical specifications, the current N-One EV offers around 295km range under Japan’s WLTC testing cycle, providing an indication of expected performance.

Rebecca Adamson, Head of Automobiles for Honda UK, says the model “promises to offer a great entry point to Honda EV ownership” and is set to “bring Honda’s fun-to-drive performance to a compact all-electric model.”

Honda says the Super-N’s market reception will influence its future small-EV strategy. With growing regional demand for compact urban electrics, the model could address a gap in New Zealand’s EV market for affordable, city-focused vehicles.

European expansion remains limited for now, but the inclusion of Oceania in Honda’s rollout plan suggests the brand is considering broader regional availability for its compact EV offerings.