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Honda e:Ny1 1

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Honda e:Ny1 1 is available with one engine variant at 136 hp.

Elektro 68.8 kWh · Electric· 204 PS
2023 2024

Electric motor in the Honda e:Ny1 (2023+). Main criticisms: below-average DC charging speed (max. 78 kW) and a software recall (odometer display).

  • !! Recall: odometer resets to 0 after deep discharge

    Software fault in the instrument cluster: after the 12V battery is fully discharged, the total odometer reading resets to 0. Approximately 53,000 vehicles affected worldwide. Honda fixes this with a free software update.

    Symptoms: Odometer shows 0 after the 12V battery has been fully discharged
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  • ! Below-average DC charging speed (max. 78 kW)

    The e:Ny1 charges at DC stations at a maximum of 78 kW — significantly less than competitors in the same class. 10–80% officially takes 45 minutes.

    Symptoms: 10–80% charge takes over 45 minutes at DC stations
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  • ! Sat-nav without charging route planning — software limitation

    The navigation system does not support route planning with automatic charging stops — a fundamental shortcoming for an electric car.

    Symptoms: Sat-nav does not plan charging stops on long trips; driver must search for charging points manually
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Vehicle Weaknesses

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!Recall: Odometer reset to zero

A software fault resets the total odometer reading to zero after deep discharge of the 12V battery. Approximately 53,000 vehicles affected worldwide.

Symptoms: After deep discharge of the 12V battery the instrument cluster shows an odometer reading of 0 km — the correct value does not restore itself automatically even after a battery replacement.
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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 9 weaknesses have been documented for the Honda e:Ny1 1 (2023–2024) — 5 engine-related and 4 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Electronics, Interior.

e:Ny1 (ENY1-EM, 2023–2024) — Be Careful: Recall: odometer resets to 0 after deep discharge, Below-average DC charging speed (max. 78 kW), Sat-nav without charging route planning — software limitation. Power: 204 PS.

What to watch out for with the Honda e:Ny1? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Honda e:Ny1 1 have? +
The Honda e:Ny1 1 has 5 known engine weaknesses and 4 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Honda e:Ny1 1? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: MCF5 (Elektro 35.5 kWh), ENY1-EM (Elektro 68.8 kWh). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the ENY1-EM (Elektro 68.8 kWh).
Which Honda e:Ny1 1 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Honda e:Ny1 1 — rated: "Not Really". {description} 204 hp is enough for brisk progress, but Honda's engineering reputation is barely felt in the e:Ny1. Too much power for the front axle, the variable steering ratio distracts. No driving pleasure.
Is the Honda e:Ny1 1 worth buying used? +
The Honda e:Ny1 1 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Honda e:Ny1 1? +
The Honda e:Ny1 1 is available with engine variants from 136 to 204 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee