Honda e
Honda e Base
The Honda e Base has compact dimensions that ease city parking and navigating tight streets. Its boot has less room than most rival hatchbacks.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 84% of its battery health, roughly 140 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you’re buying used. What owners say: Owners praise the styling, camera-based mirrors and screen-filled interior, saying the car attracts compliments wherever they take it. Driving range attracts most complaints: owners report about 100 to 120 miles in mild weather, falling to as little as 60 to 80 on cold motorway journeys.
Price
Discontinued, no pricing data yet
New MSRP was £30,715 (discontinued 2024)
Read the used buyer's guideRange
138 mi
Battery
35.5kWh
Charge
56kW
Specifications
Dimensions
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsWhat the Critics Say
6.4/10
5 reviews
Euro NCAP Safety
Tested 2020
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the styling, camera-based mirrors and screen-filled interior, saying the car attracts compliments wherever they take it.
- Ride comfort is unusual for a car this small, while rear-wheel drive and a tiny turning circle give it nimble handling in town.
- Acceleration feels brisk from a standstill up to 40 mph, while one-pedal driving is effective in stop-start traffic.
Watch Out For
- Driving range attracts most complaints: owners report about 100 to 120 miles in mild weather, falling to as little as 60 to 80 on cold motorway journeys.
- Rapid charging peaks at about 50 kW and slows substantially above 80%, making long journeys time-consuming.
- Boot space is very limited, with little rear legroom available for taller passengers.
Owner Tips
- Use it as a town or second car with home charging, checking its winter range against your longest regular journey.
- Preserve winter range by using the heated seats and steering wheel instead of the cabin heater.
- Inspect the door handles, assess brake pedal feel and confirm that charging software updates are complete.
Videos
Size Overview
Length
3.89m
Width
1.75m
Height
1.51m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry supports good longevity with appropriate charging habits
Estimates use battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based projection. Actual health depends on charging habits, climate and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the Honda e Base is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 109 miles in summer and 81 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Honda e Base is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 105 miles in summer and 78 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Honda e Base is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 99 miles in summer and 73 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 160,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates use battery chemistry, age and real-world driving data. Actual results depend on charging habits, climate and patterns of vehicle use.
Find This Car
Lease Deals
This model is discontinued, with no active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Buyer's guide
Used Honda e buyer's guide
This used Honda e buying guide covers the e and e Advance, real-world range, owner-reported rapid-charging faults, remaining battery warranty, the recall, expected prices and a printable checklist.
7 min read
Rankings & tools
Compare
Find Similar EVsData accuracy
Specifications come from manufacturer websites and receive manual review.
Spotted an error?
Report incorrect specHonda e Advance
The Honda e Advance has compact dimensions that ease city parking and navigating tight streets. Its boot has less room than most rival hatchbacks.
By eight years on the road it should still hold about 84% of its battery health, roughly 140 km of real-world range, which is a useful yardstick if you’re buying used. What owners say: Owners praise the styling, camera-based mirrors and screen-filled interior, saying the car attracts compliments wherever they take it. Driving range attracts most complaints: owners report about 100 to 120 miles in mild weather, falling to as little as 60 to 80 on cold motorway journeys.
Price
Discontinued, no pricing data yet
New MSRP was £33,215 (discontinued 2024)
Read the used buyer's guideRange
138 mi
Battery
35.5kWh
Charge
56kW
Specifications
Dimensions
EVcarsguide Scores
Ranked against similar EVs
Scores calculated from verified specs. How it works
See rankingsEuro NCAP Safety
Tested 2020
What Owners Say
BalancedOwners Love
- Owners praise the styling, camera-based mirrors and screen-filled interior, saying the car attracts compliments wherever they take it.
- Ride comfort is unusual for a car this small, while rear-wheel drive and a tiny turning circle give it nimble handling in town.
- Acceleration feels brisk from a standstill up to 40 mph, while one-pedal driving is effective in stop-start traffic.
Watch Out For
- Driving range attracts most complaints: owners report about 100 to 120 miles in mild weather, falling to as little as 60 to 80 on cold motorway journeys.
- Rapid charging peaks at about 50 kW and slows substantially above 80%, making long journeys time-consuming.
- Boot space is very limited, with little rear legroom available for taller passengers.
Owner Tips
- Use it as a town or second car with home charging, checking its winter range against your longest regular journey.
- Preserve winter range by using the heated seats and steering wheel instead of the cabin heater.
- Inspect the door handles, assess brake pedal feel and confirm that charging software updates are complete.
Videos
Size Overview
Length
3.89m
Width
1.75m
Height
1.51m
Battery Health Estimator
Estimated condition if buying used
NMC chemistry supports good longevity with appropriate charging habits
Estimates use battery chemistry and age. Chemistry-based projection. Actual health depends on charging habits, climate and usage.
Detailed degradation forecast
After 3 years, the Honda e Advance is estimated to retain around 93.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 109 miles in summer and 81 miles in winter. After 5 years, the Honda e Advance is estimated to retain around 89.6% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 105 miles in summer and 78 miles in winter. After 8 years, the Honda e Advance is estimated to retain around 84.2% battery health, giving a real-world range of approximately 99 miles in summer and 73 miles in winter. The battery is covered by a 8-year warranty or 160,000 km, whichever comes first. This car uses a Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) battery. For best longevity, charge to 80-90% for daily use.
Estimates use battery chemistry, age and real-world driving data. Actual results depend on charging habits, climate and patterns of vehicle use.
Find This Car
Lease Deals
This model is discontinued, with no active lease deals available.
Company-car tax (BiK)
2026-27 · 4% band
Buyer's guide
Used Honda e buyer's guide
This used Honda e buying guide covers the e and e Advance, real-world range, owner-reported rapid-charging faults, remaining battery warranty, the recall, expected prices and a printable checklist.
7 min read
Rankings & tools
Compare
Find Similar EVsData accuracy
Specifications come from manufacturer websites and receive manual review.
Spotted an error?
Report incorrect specConsidering something smaller, or licence-free?
Micro-EVs (electric quadricycles such as the Citroen Ami) cost less to buy and run, fit almost any parking space, and some allow driving from age 16. Separate rules apply to their licences and running costs.
Explore around the Honda e
Other EVs near the Honda e, with the measured differences explaining why each appears here.