Honda Super-One Compact EV debuts at Japan Mobility Show

Honda has taken the wraps off a near-production version of its all-new compact EV, the Super-One, at the ongoing Japan Mobility Show 2025. The small electric hatchback will go on sale in Japan and select Asian and Oceania markets next year, while in the UK, it will be branded as the Honda Super-N.

Apart from the Honda Super-One, the brand has also shown two India-bound SUVs, the Honda 0 SUV prototype which is due next year and the Honda 0 Alpha SUV which will be made in India from 2027. 

The Super-One is Honda’s latest effort to inject excitement and youthful appeal into the compact EV space. Designed as a tall-boy hatchback with sporty looks, it was previewed earlier this year by the Super EV Concept at the 2025 Goodwood Festival of Speed. The almost production ready version shown at the Japan Mobility show retains much of the concept’s design flair including its low, wide stance, flared fenders, and 8-spoke black alloy wheels that are placed right out to the corners to emphasise its planted look.

Upfront, the Super-One features the standard Honda logo — as opposed to the stylised ‘H’ used on the brand’s upcoming 0 Series EVs — positioned between a pair of circular LED headlamps. The charging port is neatly integrated into the nose, with flaps surrounded by the headlight housings. The bumper design features vertical air ducts for aerodynamic and cooling purposes, a detail also seen in the rear bumper. The rectangular tail-lights, mounted low on either side of the large rear windscreen, and a tasteful rear spoiler round off the Honda compact EV’s sporty look.

Inside, Honda has opted for a clean, horizontal dashboard layout, with the infotainment touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, and slim air vents aligned neatly in a straight line. The two-spoke steering wheel, sports seats, and blue interior accents add to the car’s youthful feel. Importantly, Honda has retained physical buttons and rotary knobs for key functions, ensuring ease of use,  a move likely to please traditionalists who prefer tactile controls over touch-based systems and also to achieve a higher crash test score in Europe.

While Honda hasn’t revealed full technical specifications yet, the Super-One is confirmed to comply with Japan’s Kei car regulations, meaning it measures under 3.4 metres in length. Despite its compact footprint, the EV promises to deliver an engaging driving experience. A standout feature is its ‘Boost Mode’, which temporarily increases power output for brisk acceleration. The Super-One also offers a simulated 7-speed transmission, designed to replicate the feel of gear shifts in a conventional car — a feature that should appeal to driving enthusiasts.

Adding to the engagement factor, the Super-One will even come with virtual engine sounds, enhancing the sensory experience behind the wheel. The Honda Super-One is expected to slot below the upcoming Honda 0 Series electric car range in the brand’s global EV line-up, targeting urban buyers. The compact electric hatchback is aimed to be a as a strong alternative to other small EVs sold in Japan and in other global markets.