Summary
The Honda e:Ny1 was a compact electric SUV that joined the UK market in late 2023 and remained on sale until early 2026. It was based on the same foundations as the petrol-powered Honda HR-V rather than a dedicated electric platform.
UK media reception was mixed to negative. Reviewers generally described the e:Ny1 as comfortable, easy to drive and well equipped, but many questioned whether it did enough to justify its price against strong competition. Several rivals offered greater driving range, more performance or more interior space for similar money.
Honda subsequently reduceded the list price by around £5,000 compared to the original launch pricing, bringing the e:Ny1 closer to the £40K mark. That adjustment improved its value proposition, although it wasn’t enough to turn its fortunes around and it was discontinued in early 2026.
Running costs were competitive for the class, helped by reasonable efficiency and typical EV servicing requirements. Honda’s new car warranty remained the standard three-year cover, which is well off the pace of rivals who increasingly offered warranties of up to seven years.
As of August 2026, the Honda e:Ny1 holds a Used Car Expert Rating of C, with a score of 60%. Its competitive running costs support the result, but weak media scores and the absence of an independent safety rating limit its overall standing.
e:Ny1 highlights
- Smooth and easy to drive in everyday traffic
- Honest and predictable battery range display
- Large, clear portrait touchscreen
- Competitive cabin and boot space
- Well equipped as standard
e:Ny1 lowlights
- No independent Euro NCAP safety rating
- Noisier at motorway speeds than many rival EVs
- Climate controls buried in the touchscreen
- Regenerative braking strength resets itself
- Feels average rather than distinctive for the price
Key specifications
Body style: Compact SUV/crossover
Engines: electric, battery-powered
Price when new: From £39,995
Launched: Autumn 2023
Last updated: N/A
Discontinued: Spring 2026
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Media reviews
Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
Featured reviews
“The Honda e:Ny1 is a compact electric SUV offering smooth everyday performance, competitive space and a large portrait touchscreen. However, above-average cabin noise, touchscreen-dependent controls and an unremarkable driving experience limit its appeal in a competitive EV market.”
Model reviewed: Advance
Score: 5.2 / 10
The Car Expert
Stuart Masson
“The Honda e:Ny1 is comfortable and has a spacious interior, but the boot is small and it’s pretty expensive.”
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
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Carwow
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Auto Express
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“Its maker says this is the “ideal car” for first-time EV drivers, and we can see why plenty of existing Honda customers may be intrigued by the e:Ny1’s familiar styling, strong efficiency and tech-filled interior. However, in an incredibly competitive part of the market, this car falls short; an unpolished driving experience, middling practicality and a high price mean that rivals like the Tesla Model Y and Skoda Enyaq have the edge.”
Author: Richard Ingram
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Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“Name aside, the Honda e:Ny1 is a solid addition to the compact electric crossover class – a sector of the market that’s booming. However, while it drives nicely and offers some good tech, it doesn’t excel in any one area, and its range and charging capability are more limited than its main rivals.”
Author: Sean Carson
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“Quirky name aside, the Honda e:NY1 very much plays by the rulebook for small electric crossovers and comes brimming with new tech.”
Author: Dan Trent
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Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“The e:Ny1 is a safe bet. Steadfast reliability meets strong residuals in a package that’s not too new or scary.”
Author: Murray Scullion
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Carbuyer
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7.6 / 10
“The Honda e:Ny1 is confusingly named and priced, which distracts from its virtues as a decent all-around EV.”
Author: Andy Goodwin, Richard Ingram
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Driving Electric
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The Honda E:Ny1 is not only confusing for its name, but also its high price – a shame, given how accomplished it is in several areas.”
Author: Tom Jervis
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Electrifying.com
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“There’s nothing fundamentally wrong with Honda’s e:Ny1, apart from the daft name maybe. It does everything perfectly well. But it doesn’t stand out in any particular area and it needs to at this price level.”
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Heycar
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“If you’re looking for an unintimidating electric car with a plush cabin and impressive technology, we’d recommend the Honda e:Ny1. You can get bigger EVs for the money – so family buyers want to look elsewhere – while there are cheaper options, too.”
Author: Andrew Brady
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Honest John
Model reviewed:
Score: 8 / 10
“Comfortable and easy to drive, the Honda e:Ny1 makes for an excellent first electric car. You can get bigger or more upmarket alternatives for the same price, though, which might make the e:Ny1 a hard sell in a crowded marketplace.”
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
”Honda’s first mainstream electric car is a solid, if slightly confusing, effort.“
Author: Murray Scullion
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The Sun
Model reviewed: Range overview
“It’s too expensive, has limited range compared to rivals – and it’s naff name doesn’t help.”
Author: Rob Lewis
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The Telegraph
Model reviewed: Advance
Score: 6 / 10
“The Honda e:Ny1 is a nice enough job and it drives well, if a bit stiffly. While some folk won’t like that it is built in China, it seems a little unfair to single Honda out for that. Somehow, the proposition of this first proper Honda EV just doesn’t seem generous enough to make it much of a contender – and the entirely stupid name doesn’t help, either.”
Author: Andrew English
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The Times
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“It won’t excite enthusiasts but by today’s EV standards, the Honda e:Ny1 is a very competent and sensible car and is an important addition to Honda’s line up. There are some drawbacks to the rest of the package, namely the average boot space and interior material quality that leaves much to be desired.”
Author: Dave Humphreys
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 6 / 10
“A solid electric car for people who are looking for a solid electric car experience.”
Author: Sam Burnett
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
No safety rating
The Honda e:Ny1 was not assessed by Euro NCAP during its production life.
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
Model tested:
Overall score: 5 stars
Date tested: December 2024
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Energy Efficiency Index: 9 / 10
Greenhouse Gas Index: 9.2 / 10
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 256 miles | B |
| Electrical efficiency | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 3.7 m/KWh | D |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 43 | E |
| Service and maintenance | Cost | Score |
| Year 1 | £195 | B |
| Year 2 | £457 | B |
| Year 3 | £783 | B |
| Year 4 | £928 | A |
| Year 5 | £1,265 | B |
| Overall | £3,628 | B |
The Honda e:Ny1 should be a pretty cheap car to own and run, according to long-term ownership data provided exclusively to The Car Expert by our technical partner, Clear Vehicle Data.
Electrical efficiency (the EV equivalent of miles per gallon for petrol or diesel cars) isn’t great, but a decent battery size still means that battery range is more than enough for most owners. Insurance costs could be higher than expected, but this may depend on vehicle specification and your own driving circumstances.
Servicing costs for your first five years should be very low compared to most other new cars.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of August 2026, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Honda e:Ny1 to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the e:Ny1, we’ll publish the score here.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the Honda e:Ny1
| Overall rating | C | 49% |
| New car warranty duration | 3 years |
| New car warranty mileage | 90,000 miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
Honda’s new car warranty is generally sub-par, and is not as good as several rival brands in a similar price bracket as the e:Ny1.
The duration is three years, with a limit of 90,000 miles. In addition, there’s an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components.
Warranty on a used Honda e:Ny1
- If you are buying an ‘Approved Used’ Honda e:Ny1 from an official Honda dealership, you will get a minimum 12-month warranty included.
- If you are buying a used Honda e:Ny1 from an independent dealership, any warranty offered will vary and will probably be managed by a third-party warranty company.
- If you are buying a used e:Ny1 from a private seller, there are no warranty protections beyond any remaining portion of the original new car warranty.
If you’re looking to buy any used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Honda e:Ny1
As of August 2026, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Honda e:Ny1. However, this information is updated very regularly so this may have changed.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Honda dealer.
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