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Honda N-One II 0.7 (58 Hp) CVT
Overall Rating
Honda N-One:
The Honda N-One is a kei car produced by Honda since 2012 over two generations. It is a five-door hatchback with retro styling and either front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The N-One was previewed at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show and went on sale on 1 November 2012 for the Japanese market. Together with the N-Box, N-WGN and N-Van, is part of the renewed N lineup of kei class city cars from Honda. The "N" prefix was previously used for the late 1960s and 1970s N360; originally it stood for norimono which loosely translates to vehicle. For the new N lineup, the "N" represents New, Next, Nippon, and Norimono....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Honda N-One (II). With 65 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.13 l/100km). Weighing only 840 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Honda N-One II, being a Japanese domestic market (JDM) Kei car, has not been tested by Euro NCAP. Its safety ratings are typically assessed by JNCAP standards in Japan.
0.7 (58 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The naturally aspirated 58 Hp engine, paired with a CVT, provides adequate power for city driving. It's smooth and predictable, but lacks the punch of the turbocharged variants, especially when accelerating from a standstill or at higher speeds.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, as expected from a naturally aspirated Kei car engine. The CVT optimizes efficiency, making it a very cost-effective option for daily urban commutes.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy across all engine variants
- • Highly maneuverable and easy to park in urban environments
- • Surprisingly spacious and practical interior for its compact size
- • Distinctive retro-modern styling stands out
- • Honda's reputation for reliability and low maintenance
- • Available 4WD option enhances versatility in various conditions
Cons:
- • Limited power for sustained highway cruising, especially the NA engine
- • Small fuel tank capacity requires frequent refueling
- • Primarily a Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicle, limiting international availability
- • Basic interior materials on lower trims reflect its budget-friendly nature
- • Ride can be firm on rougher surfaces due to its small wheelbase
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Honda |
| Model: | N-One |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.7 (58 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 58 Hp @ 7300 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 88.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 65 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | S07B |
| Engine displacement: | 658 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 60 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 12:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.12 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.5 kg/Hp, 69 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 12.9 kg/Nm, 77.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 840 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 27 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3395 mm mm |
| Width: | 1475 mm mm |
| Height: | 1545 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1305 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1305 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 135 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.0 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 155/65 R14 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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