Honda unveil two new electric models in the form of the e:NP2 and e:NS2

Honda expands fully electric offering with launch of two new models

Honda have released additional details regarding their second set of Honda e:N Series electric vehicle models, the e:NP2 and e:NS2.

Honda is planning to introduce a total of 10 Honda-branded EV models in China by 2027, striving to make EVs represent 100% of its automobile sales in China by 2035.

Striving to create EVs that offer new value to the customer, Honda further refined the e:N Series concept of dynamics, intelligence and beauty, for the development of the all-new e:NP2 and e:NS2. The development team focused on offering customers an exhilarating mobility experience by combining a cabin space that conveys clean feeling and sense of intelligence, with a driving experience in which the driver enjoys a sense of oneness with the vehicle.

The e:NP2 features a linear and clear design, whereas the e:NS2 features an emotional design that stimulates people who see the vehicle, each expressing a different smart image and vision for the future.

The e:N Architecture F, one of the dedicated platforms for the e:N Series, was combined with dynamics technologies that Honda has amassed to date to realise an exhilarating driving experience in which the driver enjoys a sense of openness with the vehicle. With the adoption of a high-capacity battery for the Intelligent Power Unit, the further advancement of battery control technology and a reduction of driving resistance, the all-new e:NP2 boasts a range of 545km.

The all-new e:NP2 and e:NS2 feature an advanced and highly functional human-machine interface, including a large Honda Head-Up Display and light emission patterns of the interior lights that change in conjunction with vehicle functions. Through further advancement of the large 12.8-inch display audio system and Honda Connect 4.0, the latest version of connectivity technologies designed exclusively for Honda EVs in China, convenience and comfort of for all occupants is enhanced.

To ensure improved driving comfort during winter, the e:NP2 and e:NS2 feature an Intelligent Heating System which minimises power consumption through various measures such as cooperative control of the air conditioning unit and other onboard heating features.

Sophisticated exterior design

The all-new e:NP2 and e:NS2 feature sophisticated and futuristic exterior designs that combine the excellent utility of SUVs with the sleek form of sedans. Furthermore, the interior design team strived to create a clean horizontal design theme for the instrument panel and a comfortable cabin space that envelopes occupants with high-quality materials.

The all-new e:NP2 and e:NS2 will be the first Honda models to adopt an aroma system that enables occupants to utilise the large display audio system or the available smartphone app to select their favourite fragrance and diffuse it throughout the vehicle.

Local availability

The Honda e:NP2 and e:NS2 are concept models, and their South African introduction is yet to be confirmed.