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Honda Super One arrives in New Zealand 

Allister Wade

By Allister Wade
Allister Wade is AA Motoring’s Technical Support Lead, known for no-nonsense, real-world advice backed by over three decades in the motoring industry . A regular on radio and TV, he helps Kiwis make smarter calls about car care, safety, and what actually matters behind the wheel.

28 July 2026

Honda has always had a knack for building small cars with big personalities. From the iconic City and Civic through to the CRX and quirky Beat, the Japanese brand understands how to make compact motoring enjoyable. 

Now, Honda New Zealand is adding a new chapter to this story with the arrival of the Honda Super One: a bold urban EV that blends retro charm with next generation electric technology.

Front view of a purple Honda electric city car parked on a tiled forecourt outside a modern building. The car features a boxy design, black roof, circular LED headlights, and a dark front panel with a chrome Honda badge. The charging port cover is open on the front fascia, revealing the charging socket. A black novelty license plate reading “SUP3R1” with Japanese characters above is mounted on the front bumper. Large windows, white wall panels, and reflected building details are visible in the background, while sunlight creates reflections across the bonnet and windscreen. Provide your feedback on BizChat

First revealed at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2025 and based on Honda's N-One e: foundations, the Super One is inspired by Japan's famous Keijidosha light vehicle class. Honda Product Planning Manager Thomas Sambell says that this latest model is part of a lineage stretching back nearly 60 years to the Honda N360 of 1967.

Despite its compact footprint, the Super One makes a strong first impression. Its flared stance, distinctive front end and 15-inch alloy wheels give it plenty of character. Clever aerodynamic touches such as front wheel arch vents help cool components while also reducing drag, and in a nod to Honda's sustainability efforts, sections of the front bumper are made from recycled Honda bumper materials.

Inside, the Super One feels surprisingly spacious. Honda's clever "Long Mode" and "Tall Mode" magic seats maximise cabin flexibility, while the uncluttered dashboard creates an open and airy feel. Front sports seats, a heated two-spoke steering wheel, configurable ambient lighting and a premium Bose eight-speaker audio system with a built-in subwoofer help elevate the experience well beyond what you might expect from a city car.

Purple compact Honda electric hatchback parked on a tiled forecourt outside a modern building. The photo is taken from a low front three-quarter angle, showing the car’s boxy design, circular LED headlights, black grille panel with Honda badge, and black alloy wheels. Large glass windows and white architectural panels are reflected in the vehicle’s glossy paint and windshield. A New Zealand license plate reading “RYC75” is visible on the front.
Close-up view of the digital instrument cluster inside a Honda electric city car. The display shows the vehicle stationary at 0 km/h in Sport mode (D1) with a green right-turn indicator illuminated. Three circular gauges display battery temperature, RPM/drive system status, and power/charge output in kW. Additional icons indicate driver assistance features, vehicle readiness, and brake hold. Along the bottom of the screen, the display shows an outside temperature of 16°C, the time 2:37, an odometer reading of 499 km, and a battery charge level of 70% with an estimated driving range of 103 km. The instrument panel is housed within a black dashboard surround, with part of the steering wheel visible in the foreground.
Close-up of a Bose-branded speaker mounted on the front A-pillar inside a Honda electric city car. The black perforated speaker grille is integrated into the textured interior trim beside the windscreen and side window. Part of the exterior side mirror is visible below the speaker, while a blurred background outside the vehicle shows a green lawn, paving, and modern buildings in daylight. The image highlights the vehicle's premium audio system and interior finish.

Power comes from a 30kWh battery pack paired with an electric motor producing between 40kW and 70kW depending on drive mode. Honda claims a driving range of up to 253km NEDC not WTLP, making it ideal for weekday commuting and urban adventures. Charging takes around 13 hours from a standard household outlet, while a wall charger can replenish the battery in approximately four hours.

On Auckland's Viaduct Harbour streets, the Super One functioned exactly as a city EV should. It's peppy, brisk and responsive. Not fast, but just right. The compact dimensions make squeezing through traffic and slipping into tight car parks easy.

Then there's Boost Mode, which is where the fun begins. Honda has added simulated engine sounds through five speakers and a virtual seven-speed transmission complete with gear shift sensations so you can hear, feel and see the driving experience. It adds a level of real driving engagement that is often missing from modern EVs.

As a four-seater, buyers will need to keep space expectations in check, but for families sticking mainly to the city, the Super One has enough range to comfortably cover a week's worth of school runs, shopping trips and commuting between charges.

Starting at $41,990, with the black-roofed Kuro Edition priced at $44,990, the Honda Super One delivers something refreshingly different. Trusted Honda reliability, clever packaging and genuine electric fun make it one of the most exciting small EVs to arrive in New Zealand this year. Honda calls it the next chapter. After driving it, that chapter looks well worth reading.