Verdict
For RM149,900, the Honda e:N1 costs RM15,100 less than the Renault Zoe yet brings 201 hp and 310 Nm against 108 hp and 225 Nm, plus a claimed 410 km range to the Zoe’s 395 km. It is also the more practical family car on paper, with SUV proportions, a 344-litre boot and six airbags. The Zoe counters with far quicker 22 kW AC charging and RM50 annual road tax versus RM160. Choose the Renault only if home or destination AC charging is the priority and its smaller hatchback footprint suits you.
Pick the Honda e:N1 if you want the lower RM149,900 entry price, much stronger 201 hp/310 Nm performance and a fuller safety and convenience kit.
Pick the Renault Zoe if 22 kW AC charging, lower RM50 annual road tax and a shorter 4,087 mm hatchback are your priorities.
Key differences
- Price: Honda e:N1 RM149,900; Renault Zoe RM165,000.
- Motor output: Honda e:N1 201 hp and 310 Nm; Renault Zoe 108 hp and 225 Nm.
- EV range: Honda e:N1 410 km; Renault Zoe 395 km.
- AC/DC charging: Honda e:N1 11 kW/78 kW; Renault Zoe 22 kW/50 kW.
- Dimensions and boot: Honda e:N1 4,380 mm long with 344 litres; Renault Zoe 4,087 mm long with 338 litres.
- Safety: Honda e:N1 has six airbags and autonomous braking; Renault Zoe has four airbags and no autonomous braking.
e:N1
- RM15,100 cheaper to buy.
- 201 hp and 310 Nm, with a 7.7-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Six airbags, Honda Sensing autonomous braking, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control.
- 11 kW AC charging trails the Zoe’s 22 kW rate.
- RM160 annual road tax is RM110 higher than the Zoe’s.
- At 4,380 mm and 1,662 kg, it is longer and heavier than the Zoe.
Zoe
- 22 kW AC charging is double the Honda’s 11 kW rate.
- RM50 annual road tax is lower than the Honda’s RM160.
- Shorter 4,087 mm body and 1,502 kg kerb weight.
- Costs RM15,100 more than the Honda.
- 108 hp and 225 Nm fall well behind the Honda’s 201 hp and 310 Nm.
- Four airbags, no autonomous braking and no blind-spot monitoring.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM149,900✓ | RM165,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Segment | B-Segment | B-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | RM50✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp✓ | 108 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm✓ | 225 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 52.0 kWh |
| EV Range | 410 km✓ | 395 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 22.0 kW✓ |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 78 kW✓ | 50.0 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Gears | — | 1 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Renault |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 seconds | — |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,380 mm | 4,087 mm |
| Width | 1,790 mm | 1,787 mm |
| Height | 1,590 mm | 1,562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,607 mm | 2,588 mm |
| Weight | 1,662 kg | 1,502 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 344 litres✓ | 338 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/50R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/50R18 | 195/55R16 |
| Factory Tyres | Continental UltraContact UC6 | Continental ContiEcoContact 5 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | France (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Front Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Multi-spoke Alloys | 16" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack And Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 4 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available on front passenger seat, two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, Honda Sensing | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Warning Only | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam | LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 8-way Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding with Centre Armrest | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Manual Air-conditioning |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 Front USB, 2 Rear USB | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front |
| Audio | 15.1" Portrait Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | 7" Touchscreen Easy Link with Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch | Four Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Entry (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | — |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | — |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 160,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 8 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery Warranty | 5 Years/100,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery and Electric Drivetrain |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used e:N1 & Zoe for sale
e:N1 vs Zoe FAQ
Is the Honda e:N1 or Renault Zoe better?
The Honda e:N1 is the stronger pick for most buyers: it costs RM15,100 less, has 201 hp versus 108 hp, travels 410 km versus 395 km, and adds six airbags with autonomous braking. The Zoe wins on 22 kW AC charging and lower road tax.
What is the price difference?
The Honda e:N1 costs RM149,900 and the Renault Zoe costs RM165,000, so the Renault is RM15,100 more expensive.
Which one charges faster?
The Renault Zoe charges faster on AC at 22 kW versus 11 kW for the Honda e:N1. The Honda is quicker on DC charging, at 78 kW versus the Zoe’s 50 kW.
