What you’re looking at is not the Honda HR-V, but the fully-electric (EV) Honda e:N1. The first EV model from Honda Malaysia is launched in Malaysia as a fully imported (CBU) model priced at an introductory RM149,900.
Despite its near-identical appearance to its petrol-powered cousin, the Honda e:N1 rides on Honda’s e:N Architecture F platform, a different foundation than that of the HR-V.
Key differences of the Honda e:N1 from the HR-V include a closed-off front grille housing a new charging flap, a white Honda emblem, full-width LED taillights, and a new Honda-typeface emblem on the tailgate.
Inside the Honda e:N1, you will find a vertical 15.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay, and a 10.25-inch driver’s digital gauge cluster. On the centre console, the traditional gear lever is replaced by a neat row of buttons for gear selection.
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Powering the Honda e:N1 is a front-mounted electric motor producing 204 hp and 310 Nm. This electric motor draws power from a 68.8 kWh ternary lithium-ion (NMC) battery pack, enabling a range of 500 km (NEDC).
Charging the Honda e:N1 is supported by a 10 kW AC charger, allowing a full charge in six hours. For DC charging, the e:N1 supports 78 kW which enables a 30% to 80% recharge in 50 minutes.
In terms of safety systems, the Honda e:N1 comes equipped with the full suite of Honda Sensing advanced driver assistant systems (ADAS), which includes adaptive cruise control with low-speed follow, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitors – the latter being a first for a Honda model in Malaysia.
Keen on the Honda e:N1? Honda Malaysia has appointed eight dealerships across the central, northern, and southern regions of Peninsular Malaysia to handle inquiries. Additionally, you can also book the car online via the Honda Malaysia website.
- Central region
- Accord Auto – Selangor
- HZN Cars – Selangor
- Tiong Nam Motor (M) – Selangor
- Peringgit Sri Motor – Kuala Lumpur
- Nothern region
- Ban Hoe Seng Auto – Perak
- Vivahill Auto – Penang
- Southern region
- Ban Lee Heng Motor – Negeri Sembilan
- Kah Motor Co (Tebrau) – Johor
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