The Honda e:Ny1 and Lexus UX 300e are both compact electric SUVs, but they target different buyers. The e:Ny1 focuses on mainstream users who want a simple daily EV. The UX 300e targets buyers who prioritize premium interior quality and brand positioning in the luxury compact segment.
Range shows a clear gap. The e:Ny1 delivers about 412 km WLTP, while the UX 300e ranges between roughly 340–450 km WLTP depending on version. Charging highlights a stronger difference. The e:Ny1 supports up to 78 kW DC and reaches 10–80% in about 45 minutes. The UX 300e uses an older setup with 50 kW DC and slower real charging speeds, often taking over an hour for 10–80%.

Price positioning places the UX 300e higher due to its luxury badge and interior finish. The e:Ny1 sits in a lower price band as a mainstream compact EV. Market availability also differs. The e:Ny1 is sold mainly in Europe and Asia. The UX 300e has limited global reach and has already started phasing out in some regions as newer Lexus EVs arrive. This comparison helps you choose between a simpler modern EV and a premium model with older EV hardware.
Within brand lineups, the e:Ny1 sits alongside early Honda EVs like the Honda e, focusing on urban mobility. The UX 300e sits as Lexus’ first EV, now being replaced in focus by newer models like the Lexus RZ with updated platforms.
The e:Ny1 offers better fast charging speed, newer EV platform, and balanced efficiency, but lacks premium interior feel and brand positioning. The UX 300e offers high interior quality, refined ride, and strong brand appeal, but has slower charging and older EV tech.
Quick verdict; Pick the e:Ny1 if you want newer EV hardware and faster charging. Pick the UX 300e if interior quality and brand matter more than charging speed and platform age.
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| Models |
Honda e:Ny1 Honda e:NP1 Lexus UX 300e 73kWh |
| Announced |
2023, May 12 - Honda e:Ny1 2022, March 29 - Honda e:NP1 2022, October 12 |
| Status | Available to order. Released 2023, July Available to order. Released 2023, April |
| Country of origin | Japan Japan |
| Base Price | € 47,600 £ 45,000 - Honda e:Ny1 £ 47,500 |
| Power |
FWD 201 hp (150 kW) - Honda e:Ny1 FWD 182 hp (134 kW) - Honda e:NP1 FWD 150 kW (204 hp) |
| Torque | 310 Nm (229 lb-ft) 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
7.6 sec 0-62 mph - Honda e:Ny1 8 sec 0-62 mph - Honda e:NP1 7.5 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Max Speed |
99 mph (160 km/h) - Honda e:Ny1 93 mph (150 km/h) - Honda e:NP1 160 km/h (99 mph) |
| transmission | Single-speed Single-speed |
| Capacity |
61.9 kWh usable, 68.8 kWh total - Honda e:Ny1 53.6 kWh usable - Honda e:NP1 72.8 kWh total |
| Tech | Li-ion (400V type) Air-cooled Li-ion (400V type) |
| Range |
256 mi WLTP - Honda e:Ny1 261 mi CLTC - Honda e:NP1 280 mi WLTP |
| Consumption | 241 Wh/mi WLTP -Honda e:Ny1 269 Wh/mi WLTP |
| Recuperation |
Yes 5 levels |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW, 10-80% in 6 hours - Honda e:Ny1 Type 2, 5-100% in 9 hours - Honda e:NP1 Type 2 6.6 kW |
| DC Charging |
CCS 78 kW max, 10-80% in 45 min - Honda e:Ny1 CCS, 30-80% in 40 min - Honda e:NP1 CHAdeMO 50 kW |
| Type |
5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform |
e:N Architecture F
TNGA: GA-C |
| Dimensions |
4387 x 1790 x 1584 mm (172.7 x 70.5 x 62.4 in) 4495 x 1840 x 1545 mm (177.0 x 72.4 x 60.8 in) |
| Drag Co-Efficient |
0.31 Cd |
| Wheelbase | 2607 mm (102.6 in) 2640 mm (103.9 in) |
| Clearance | 135 mm (5.3 in) - Honda e:Ny1 |
| Weight | EU: 1733 kg unladen, 2080 kg gross - Honda e:Ny1 EU: 1885 kg unladen, 2245 kg gross |
| Suspension | Front MacPherson struts, rear semi-independent multi-link Front MacPherson struts, rear Trailing Wishbone |
| Wheels | R18 R17, R18 |
| Trunk/Boot |
EU: 361 l, 1176 l max - Honda e:Ny1 EU: 367 l |
| Frunk/Bonnet |
No No |
| Towing | No No |
| Centre |
15.2" touchscreen 7.0" or 10.3" touchscreen - 2018 model 8.0" or 12.3" touchscreen - 2022 model |
| Driver's Display | 10.3" Yes |
| Head-Up | No Yes |
| Others |
| Seats |
Heated front seats
Heated front and rear Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof |
Panoramic glass sunroof Panoramic glass roof |
| Parking Aids |
Front and rear sensors, reversing camera 4 front and 4 rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity |
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Wired or wireless (2022 model) Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Airbags |
Front, side, rear, including head airbag system
Side airbags, front and rear, head airbag system |
| Driving Aids |
Collision Mitigation Braking System, Collision Mitigation Throttle Control, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist System, Road Departure Mitigation, Traffic Sign Recognition System, High Beam Assist
Front radar and camera. Lexus Safety System, Pre-Collision System with pedestrian detection, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Trace Assist, Road Sign Assist, High Beam Assist, Secondary Collision brake, Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Emergency brake signal Intersection Turning Assist, Emergency Steering Assist - 2022 model |
| Crash Tests | NCAP 2019: 5 stars |
| Others | For China market only, dubbed as GAC Honda e:NP1 |
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