Honda reveals its e:Ny1 prototype electric SUV ahead of global debut, check video

The extensive expertise Honda has with hybrid vehicles has attracted customers for years, but it has been slow to enter the full electric vehicle market.

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Honda will introduce an all-electric subcompact SUV in Europe next year as part of its electrified vehicle range expansion. The car, dubbed the Honda e:Ny1 Prototype, will form the core of Honda's future offerings in Europe.

In the pictures of the e:Ny1 Prototype, it's easy to tell that we're looking at Honda's battery-electric version of the HR-V. The battery-electric HR-V will be available in China this spring on Honda's two joint ventures, the e:NS1 (Dongfeng Honda) and e:NP1 (GAC Honda).

This electric crossover has a 68.8-kWh battery pack that powers a 150 kW (201 hp) front-mounted electric motor. According to testing by China's CLTC, the Honda e:NS1/e:NP1 can cover up to 510 kilometres on a full battery charge and has a top speed of 150 km/h.

The European-spec model is still to be revealed if the same drivetrain will be used. Additionally, Honda is expected to announce the production location of the e:Ny1, with China appearing to be the most likely choice.

Honda's Electric Vision event not only saw the unveil of the #allnewCivic e:HEV, but the announcement of three all-new electrified models.

Find out more here: https://t.co/s0cCIGuS60#ElectricVision pic.twitter.com/aB9meRNYR1 — HondaEuropePR (@HondaEurope_PR) March 23, 2022

As of now, Honda is planning to launch the City Hybrid in India within the next few months, and it could become the country's most fuel-efficient petrol vehicle thanks to its hybrid powertrain.