What is the Honda EV Plus?
The Honda EV Plus is an early all-electric passenger car, designed from the outset to run on electric power. Its dedicated body and electric drivetrain made it a distinct model in Honda’s early work on road-going electric cars.
Honda described the EV Plus as a practical electric vehicle that brought together its passenger-car engineering and electric-drive technology. The experience helped lay groundwork for the company’s later work on electrified cars.
Electric power and official figures
The EV Plus runs on electricity and has no petrol engine. The US EPA listing covers one version from 1998 to 1999. EPA ratings use the US testing system; European WLTP and NEDC tests and Canada’s 5-cycle procedure measure vehicles differently.
As an electric car, the EV Plus produces no tailpipe CO₂ while driving.
Where was the Honda EV Plus sold?
The US EPA listing covers the EV Plus from 1998 to 1999. Honda also offered the car for lease in Japan. It was an early expression of the company’s interest in electric-drive technology, years before battery-powered cars became a familiar part of many manufacturers’ lineups.
Questions and answers
Was the Honda EV Plus petrol-powered?
No. It was an all-electric car.
Which market has official Honda EV Plus figures?
The US EPA listing covers the EV Plus.
When was the Honda EV Plus listed in the US?
The US listing covers 1998–1999.