Honda is actively expanding its electric two-wheeler portfolio across various global markets, introducing models tailored for specific regional demands, including commuter scooters, commercial vehicles, electric bicycles (primarily in China), and upcoming electric motorcycles. Here is a comprehensive list of Honda’s electric offerings as of April 9, 2025:
I. Electric Bicycles (E-Bikes)
- Region: China
- Honda Cub e:
- Status: Launched (Unveiled Jan 2023)
- Description: Inspired by the Super Cub, designed for young consumers under Chinese e-bike regulations (max speed typically 25 km/h).
- Dax e:
- Status: Launched (Unveiled Jan 2023)
- Description: Retro design based on the Dax model, adhering to e-bike class regulations.
- ZOOMER e:
- Status: Launched (Unveiled Jan 2023)
- Description: Based on the original ZOOMER, styled for urban commuting as an e-bike.
- Honda Cub e:
- Region: Global (Concept)
- e-MTB Concept:
- Status: Concept Only (Unveiled late 2023, Japan Mobility Show)
- Description: Full-suspension electric mountain bike concept. Not yet launched for production.
- e-MTB Concept:
II. Electric Scooters & Mopeds
- Region: India
- Honda Activa e:
- Status: Launched (Jan 17, 2025, Bharat Mobility Expo; Unveiled Nov 27, 2024)
- Specs: Approx. 102 km range, 80 km/h top speed, dual 1.5 kWh swappable batteries (Honda Mobile Power Pack e:), 6kW motor.
- Price: Started at ₹1.17 lakh (ex-showroom).
- Honda QC1:
- Status: Launched (Jan 17, 2025, Bharat Mobility Expo; Unveiled Nov 27, 2024)
- Specs: Approx. 80 km range, 50 km/h top speed, fixed 1.5 kWh battery, 1.8kW motor.
- Price: Started at ₹90,000 (ex-showroom).
- Honda Activa e:
- Region: Europe / UK / Asia / Japan
- Honda EM1 e:
- Status: Launched (Europe/Asia 2023, Japan Aug 2023)
- Specs: Approx. 41 km range, uses one swappable Honda Mobile Power Pack e:, 1.7 kW motor.
- Description: Honda’s first personal-use electric moped for these developed markets, designed for urban commuting.
- Honda CUV e:
- Status: Launched (Indonesia Oct 2024 unveil, Europe/UK available 2024)
- Specs: Approx. 70+ km range, 80 km/h top speed, dual 1.3 kWh swappable batteries, 7-inch TFT screen, reverse assist.
- Description: Premium urban electric scooter.
- Honda EM1 e:
- Region: Indonesia / Vietnam
- Honda ICON e:
- Status: Launched (Indonesia introduced Oct 2024, Vietnam launched March 2025 / Early 2025)
- Description: Practical, affordable electric scooter tailored for Southeast Asian markets. First “Made in Vietnam” EV scooter by Honda.
- Honda ICON e:
- Region: USA
- Honda Motocompacto:
- Status: Launched (Nov 2023)
- Specs: 12 miles (19 km) range, 15 mph (24 km/h) top speed.
- Description: Compact, foldable electric scooter inspired by the 1980s Motocompo.
- Honda Motocompacto:
- Region: Japan (Commercial Focus) / Thailand (Production)
- Honda BENLY e: Series (I / II / Pro):
- Status: Launched (Primarily Japan for commercial lease/sales)
- Description: Commercial delivery scooter, uses two swappable MPP e: batteries. Production also occurs in Thailand.
- Honda GYRO e:
- Status: Launched (Primarily Japan for commercial use)
- Description: Three-wheeled commercial electric scooter, uses two swappable MPP e: batteries.
- Honda GYRO CANOPY e:
- Status: Launched (Primarily Japan for commercial use)
- Description: Three-wheeled commercial electric scooter with roof, uses two swappable MPP e: batteries.
- Honda BENLY e: Series (I / II / Pro):
III. Electric Motorcycles
- Region: China (Planned)
- Wuyang-Honda E-VO (WH8000D):
- Status: Planned (Expected launch 2025)
- Description: Café-racer styled electric motorcycle, performance comparable to 125cc petrol bike. Developed via joint venture.
- Wuyang-Honda E-VO (WH8000D):
- Region: India (Planned)
- Unnamed Electric Commuter Bike (Possibly “Honda Shine e:”)
- Status: Planned (Expected launch 2028)
- Description: Performance equivalent to 100cc petrol motorcycle, 4kW rated output. To be built at a new dedicated EV plant near Bengaluru. Expected price around ₹1.3 lakh.
- Unnamed Electric Commuter Bike (Possibly “Honda Shine e:”)
- Region: Japan (Planned)
- Sports Model Electric Motorcycle (Unnamed):
- Status: Planned (Expected sale Fiscal Year 2025)
- Description: Prototype unveiled Jan 29, 2025. Performance likely targets mid-size ICE class (e.g., 300-500cc).
- Sports Model Electric Motorcycle (Unnamed):
IV. Concepts & Future Models (Global)
- EV Fun Concept:
- Status: Concept (Unveiled EICMA 2024)
- Description: Naked sports electric motorcycle concept, mid-size performance class. Planned for commercialization 2025+.
- EV Urban Concept:
- Status: Concept (Unveiled EICMA 2024)
- Description: Maxi-scooter style concept with fixed battery for enhanced urban range. Planned post-2025.
V. Honda’s Global Electric Two-Wheeler Strategy
- Goals: Launch 10+ electric motorcycle models globally by 2025, and 30 electric two-wheeler models by 2030.
- Sales Targets: Aim for 1 million annual electric motorcycle sales within five years, reaching 3.5 million (15% of total sales) by 2030.
- Sustainability: Achieve carbon neutrality for all motorcycle products during the 2040s.
- Market Focus: Strong emphasis on India, including building a dedicated EV plant by 2028. Introduction of commuter EVs across Asia, Europe, and Japan between 2024-2025.
- Technology: Utilization of both swappable (Honda Mobile Power Pack e:) and fixed battery systems depending on model and market needs.