Honda Motor puts e:NP2 onto market in China, to begin sales of e:NS2 in June

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- On April 25, the inaugural day of Auto China 2024, Honda Motor announced that the e:NP2  had gone on sale from GAC Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. ("GAC Honda"), and the e:NS2 will go on sale from Dongfeng Honda Automobile Co., Ltd. ("Dongfeng Honda") in June 2024 after its presale kicking off on May 1. 

Striving to create electric vehicles (EVs) that offer new value, Honda further refined the e:N Series concept of "Dynamics, Intelligence and Beauty" for the development of the e:NP2 and e:NS2, the second set of Honda e:N Series EV models. 

As for "dynamics", 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. Moreover, with the adoption of a high-capacity battery for the IPU (Intelligent Power Unit), the further advancement of battery control technology and a reduction of driving resistance, the e:NP2 realizes a range of 545km (based on the CLTC standards).

e:NP2; Photo credit: Honda

In terms of "intelligence", both the e:NP2 and the e:NS2 feature an human-machine interface (HMI), including a large-sized Honda Head-Up Display and the light emission patterns of the interior lights that change in conjunction with vehicle functions. Through further advancement of the large-sized 12.8-inch Display Audio and Honda CONNECT 4.0, the latest version of connectivity technologies designed exclusively for Honda EVs in China, convenience and comfort for all occupants were further enhanced.

Moreover, to improve driving comfort during the winter, the e:NP2 and the e:NS2 feature the Intelligent Heating System which minimizes power consumption through various measures such as a cooperative control of the air conditioning unit and other onboard heating features. The two models are first among all Honda models to adopt this system.

e:NS2 ; Photo credit: Honda

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

Moreover, the two models will be the first Honda models to adopt an aroma system that enables the occupants to use the large-sized Display Audio or the available smartphone app to select their favorite fragrance and diffuse it throughout the vehicle.

Honda has also collaborated with MUJI to build special editions of the e:NP2 and the e:NS2, which will be sold in limited quantities.

Photo credit: Honda

The two special-edition models are designed with the theme of "outdoor adventures". They feature meticulously designed trunk spaces to effectively accommodate various outdoor gear. Additionally, they come in exclusive body colors, meeting diverse and personalized travel needs, further enriching the driving experience.