The electric vehicle (EV) version of the 2023 Honda HR-V, known as e:NS1, was recently seen recharging in Thailand, sparking speculation that Honda may soon introduce the EV in the ASEAN region.
Honda Expands Manufacturing to Include Electric Vehicles
Honda has recently expanded its Prachinburi plant to begin manufacturing EVs and is considering EV battery manufacturing in the United States to reduce imports from Japan.
Debut of Honda’s e:NP1 Electric Crossover SUV
Last year, Honda debuted its e:NP1 electric crossover SUV, a rebranded electric version of the Honda HR-V, at the Thailand International Motor Expo. The new brand e:N will serve the EV market exclusively, with the letter ‘e’ representing “energized (power)” and “electric (electricity),” and the letter ‘N’ representing “New (brand new)” and “Next (evolution).”
Honda e:NP1 in the Chinese Market
In China, Honda already offers the e:NP1 compact crossover SUV, which competes with the Tesla Model Y, Volkswagen ID 4, Kia EV6, Hyundai IONIQ 5, and Toyota bZ4X. The e:NP1 offers two engine choices, with a standard powertrain generating 180 horsepower (hp), 310 Newton-meters (Nm), and a maximum range of 420 kilometers, and an advanced powertrain producing 201 horsepower with a 510-kilometer range.
Features of Honda e:NP1
The Honda e:NP1 is one of the company’s most well-equipped passenger vehicles yet, with modern features such as a 10.25″ LCD instrument screen, 15.2″ central control screen, dedicated e:N operating system, Honda CONNECT 3.0 intelligent guidance interconnection, Honda Sensing 360 advanced driving assistance system, and remote-operated doors, windows, and air conditioning control. The models with 420 km and 510 km ranges are priced at 175,000 RMB and 205,000 RMB, respectively.
FAQs
Q1. What is the e:NS1?
A1. The e:NS1 is the electric version of the 2023 Honda HR-V.
Q2. Why was it recently seen in Thailand?
A2. The e:NS1 was recently seen recharging in Thailand, which has sparked speculation that Honda may soon introduce the EV in the ASEAN region.
Q3. Has Honda expanded its manufacturing to include EVs?
A3. Yes, Honda has recently expanded its Prachinburi plant to begin manufacturing EVs, and is considering EV battery manufacturing in the United States to reduce imports from Japan.
Q4. When was the e:NP1 electric crossover SUV debuted?
A4. The e:NP1 electric crossover SUV was debuted last year at the Thailand International Motor Expo.
Q5. What is the significance of the brand e:N?
A5. The brand e:N will serve the EV market exclusively, with the letter ‘e’ representing “energized (power)” and “electric (electricity),” and the letter ‘N’ representing “New (brand new)” and “Next (evolution)”.
Q6. Is the e:NP1 available in the Chinese market?
A6. Yes, the e:NP1 is already available in China, where it competes with several other EVs.
Q7. What are the features of the e:NP1?
A7. The e:NP1 is equipped with modern features such as a 10.25″ LCD instrument screen, 15.2″ central control screen, dedicated e:N operating system, Honda CONNECT 3.0 intelligent guidance interconnection, Honda Sensing 360 advanced driving assistance system, and remote-operated doors, windows, and air conditioning control.
Q8. How much does the e:NP1 cost in China?
A8. The e:NP1 models with 420 km and 510 km ranges are priced at 175,000 RMB and 205,000 RMB, respectively.
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