Honda has chosen Vitesco Technologies’ EMR3 integrated final drive for its latest electric SUV model, the e:Ny1, being marketed in Europe. This marks the eighth order for the EMR3, which offers a 3-in-1 solution by integrating power electronics, a drive unit, and a reduction gearbox into a single unit. The EMR3 provides the e:Ny1 with a peak power of 150 kW and a torque of 310 Nm while weighing only 76 kilograms.
The EMR3 represents the third generation of Vitesco’s integrated axle drives, specifically tailored as a permanently excited synchronous motor (PSM) with a permanent magnet. In contrast, Vitesco’s newer EMR4, introduced in 2021, offers a wider power range from 80 to 230 kW and is available in both permanently excited and externally excited synchronous motor options.
Despite being an earlier generation, the EMR3 has already been selected by eight vehicle brands, with over three-quarters of a million units produced by June 2023. The success of the EMR3 as an electric axle drive has established it as a key component for various manufacturers.
Based on the e:N Architecture F platform, the Honda e:Ny1 is a four-door B-segment electric SUV designed for front-wheel drive. The model boasts a 68.8 kWh battery pack, providing a WLTP range of 214 kilometers.
In an update on August 1, 2023, Honda revealed the UK pricing for its e:Ny1 battery-electric compact SUV, starting from £44,995 OTR when orders open in late October. Honda is offering an attractive package, including “5 Years Complimentary Servicing, 5 Year Guarantee, and 5 Years UK + European Roadside Assistance” for the e:Ny1. The range-topping Advance grade is priced from £47,195 OTR and comes with additional convenience and premium features. Rebecca Adamson, Head of Automobile at Honda UK, expressed the importance of the all-new e:Ny1 in Honda’s electrification journey, delivering performance, comfort, and usability expected from Honda’s engineering excellence and integrity. As Honda’s second fully electric vehicle, the e:Ny1 plays a vital role in the brand’s commitment to electrification.
