Honda N-Box
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| Honda N-Box | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Production | December 2011 – present |
| Assembly | Japan: Suzuka, Mie (Suzuka plant)[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Kei car |
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| Predecessor |
The Honda N-Box (Japanese: ホンダ・N-BOX, Honda Enubokkusu) (stylized in all caps as N-BOX) is a kei car produced by Honda since 2011 over three generations. A Japanese domestic market vehicle,[2] the N-Box is a five-door minivan with a front-mounted engine and either front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. Together with the N-WGN, N-One and N-Van,[3] it is part of the renewed N lineup of kei class city cars from Honda. The "N" prefix was previously used for the late 1960s and 1970s N360; originally it stood for norimono which loosely translates to vehicle. For the new N lineup, the "N" represented New, Next, Nippon, and Norimono.[4]
As of December 2019[update], the N-Box has been the best-selling car in Japan for 28 consecutive months.[5][6] As of 2019, 1.7 million units had been sold since its introduction.[7]
First generation (JF1/2; 2011)
[edit]| First generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | JF1/2 |
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| Designer | Katsuhito Nakamura and Kazufumi Oyamada[10] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 5-door minivan |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
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| Transmission | CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm (99.2 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height |
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| Kerb weight | 930–1,060 kg (2,050–2,337 lb) |
The first-generation N-Box was unveiled on 27 October 2011 and launched in Japan on 30 November 2011.[8] The N-Box+ variants include: 2 tone styles, and Custom.[11] This model, based on the N Concept 3, has a slanted loading floor at the rear and can be fitted with a fold-out ramp - enabling heavy objects to be rolled up and into the cargo area. The seating arrangement was also made more flexible, allowing a variety of different configurations.[11]
A model for wheelchair access, released in August 2012. Four-wheel drive is standard for wheelchair access models.[12]
The highest trim, the Modulo X was released in December 2012.[13] Featuring a redesigned grille and front fascia, and suspension lowered by 15 mm. It was only offered in Front-wheel drive drivetain.[13]
Rear view
N-Box Custom
N-Box Custom rear view
N-Box+
N-Box+ Custom
N-Box+ interior
N-Box Slash (JF1/2; 2014)
[edit]| N-Box Slash | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | JF1/2 |
| Production | December 2014 – February 2020 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 5-door hatchback |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Power output |
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| Transmission | CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm (99.2 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height |
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| Kerb weight | 920–1,000 kg (2,028–2,205 lb) |
The N-Box Slash was a lower roof version of the N-Box released in December 2014. Unlike the regular N-Box, the Slash model had hinged rear doors. [14] It was offered in 2 variants: G, and X.[14] It remained on sale for over two more years alongside the second generation N-Box, until the beginning of 2020.
Rear view
Interior
Second generation (JF3/4; 2017)
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| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | JF3/4 |
| Production | September 2017 – 2023 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 5-door minivan |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Power output |
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| Transmission | CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm (99.2 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height |
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| Kerb weight | 890–1,030 kg (1,962–2,271 lb) |
The second-generation N-Box was unveiled on 25 May 2017 and launched in Japan on 31 August 2017 via a livestream on YouTube. It went on sale on 1 September 2017.[15][16]
Safety
[edit]The N-Box is equipped with Honda Sensing technology which includes pre-collision assist with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning with lane keeping assist, ultrasonic mis-acceleration mitigation system, and road sign assist.[16]
Utility
[edit]The N-Box's seats can slide front to back, recline, and tip up and down separately or both to accommodate passengers, long and tall cargo and its slope can be used as an under-storage compartment and ramp for PWD wheelchairs.[citation needed]
By removing the seat's headrest, its refresh mode can be used as a bed.[citation needed]
2021 facelift
[edit]The second-generation N-Box received a facelift in late December 2020.[17] The headlights were altered slightly, while the grille was changed and the lower grille received a chrome crossbar. The Custom was also changed, receiving a more sculptured front grille and having the front license plate moved to the center of the bumper.
Rear view
N-Box Custom G L Turbo
N-Box Custom
N-Box L (facelift)
N-Box Custom L Turbo (facelift)
Interior
Third generation (JF5/6; 2023)
[edit]| Third generation | |
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 Honda N-Box Fashion Style | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | JF5/6 |
| Production | 2023–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 5-door minivan |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Power output |
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| Transmission | CVT |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,520 mm (99.2 in) |
| Length | 3,395 mm (133.7 in) |
| Width | 1,475 mm (58.1 in) |
| Height | 1,790–1,815 mm (70.5–71.5 in) |
| Kerb weight | 910–1,030 kg (2,006–2,271 lb) |
The third-generation N-Box was unveiled on 3 August 2023 and was released on 5 October 2023.[18][19]
The N-Box received a minor facelift on 18 June 2026. The facelift of the Custom grade features a redesigned bumper and LED-integrated headlights; the Joy grade features the Honda wordmark embossed around the grille and fog lights as standard; and the Fashion grade receives new tone paint in the roofline.[20]
N-Box Fashion Style rear view
N-Box Custom Turbo front view
N-Box Custom Turbo Coordinate Style rear view
N-Box Joy
N-Box Joy rear view
Interior
Awards
[edit]Sales
[edit]In December 2011, Honda set a monthly sales target at 12,000 units for the N-Box series.[citation needed] With the introduction of the second generation model, Honda increased the target to 15,000 units, and the N-Box exceeded above the target selling in 6-digit number figures.
| Year | Japan[23] |
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| 2011 | 2,860 |
| 2012 | 194,407 |
| 2013 | 207,844 |
| 2014 | 164,875 |
| 2015 | 156,857 |
| 2016 | 169,944 |
| 2017 | 207,999 |
| 2018 | 207,999 |
| 2019 | 247,770 |
| 2020 | 195,688 |
| 2021 | 188,939 |
| 2022 | 202,197 |
| 2023 | 231,385 |
| 2024 | 206,272 |
| 2025 | 201,354 |
References
[edit]- ↑ "About Suzuka Factory". Honda Worldwide. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Retrieved 22 November 2016.
- ↑ Holder, Jim. "First drive review: Honda N Box". autocar.co.uk. Retrieved 27 February 2015.
- ↑ "Hondaの軽自動車Nシリーズ｜Honda". Honda公式ホームページ (in Japanese). Retrieved 8 October 2022.
- ↑ Austin, Mike (30 November 2011). "The Rest of Honda's 2011 Tokyo Show Stand". Car and Driver. Hearst Autos, Inc. Archived from the original on 7 December 2022.
- ↑ "新車販売総合、10か月連続でトップ3を軽自動車勢が独占 6月車名別". レスポンス（Response.jp）.
- ↑ クロステック, 日経. "日産「デイズ」が健闘、2019年6月の新車販売ランキング". 日経 xTECH（クロステック）.
- ↑ "Japan's Best-Selling Car of 2019 is a Boxy Honda We Don't Get Here". 11 January 2020.
- 1 2 "新型軽乗用車「N」シリーズ第一弾となる「N BOX」を発売". Hondaホームページ：本田技研工業株式会社. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Retrieved 30 November 2011. Cite error: The named reference "新型軽乗用車「N」シリーズ第一弾となる「N BOX」を発売" was defined multiple times with different content (see the help page).
- ↑ "「N-BOX」シリーズが2018年暦年 新車販売台数 第1位を獲得" [The "N-BOX" series ranked first in new car sales for the 2018 calendar year] (Press release) (in Japanese). Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 10 January 2019.
- ↑ https://pdki-indonesia.dgip.go.id/index.php/di/NExhVEcySFY2dGQ2QkRpRVpGU3ZWUT09?q=mobil&type=1&skip=90 [dead link]
- 1 2 Cite error: The named reference
nboxdebutwas invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ↑ "新型軽乗用車「N BOX +」に、車いす仕様車を追加し発売" [New wheelchair-accessible version added to the lineup of the new mini passenger car "N BOX +" and released] (Press release). Honda. 30 August 2012. Retrieved 24 July 2026.
- 1 2 "コンプリートカーブランド「Modulo X」の展開を開始" [Launch of the complete car brand "Modulo X"]. Honda. 24 December 2012. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- 1 2 "新型軽乗用車「N-BOX SLASH（エヌボックス スラッシュ）」を発売" [New mini passenger car "N-BOX SLASH" launched]. Honda. 22 December 2014. Retrieved 22 July 2026.
- ↑ "新型「N-BOX（エヌボックス）」をホームページで先行公開" [The new "N-BOX" has been unveiled on the website] (Press release). Honda. 25 May 2017. Retrieved 24 July 2026.
- 1 2 "新型「N-BOX」を発売" [New "N-BOX" released] (Press release). Honda. 31 August 2017. Retrieved 24 July 2026.
- ↑ "「N-Box」改良モデルをホームページで先行公開".
- ↑ Pappas, Thanos (3 August 2023). "2024 Honda N-Box Debuts In Japan With Improved Style And Practicality". Carscoops. US: Carscoops. Retrieved 4 August 2023.
- ↑ "新型「N-BOX」を発売 | Honda 企業情報サイト" [New "N-BOX" launched | Honda Corporate Information Site]. Honda Global (in Japanese). 5 October 2023. Retrieved 20 March 2025.
- ↑ Pappas, Thanos (18 June 2026). "Honda Refreshed The $11K Kei Car That Outsells Everything Else In Japan". Carscoops. US: Carscoops. Retrieved 21 June 2026.
- ↑ "Honda N-Box Wins Japan Hall of Fame's Car of the Year". Nippon.com. 10 November 2017. Retrieved 4 December 2017.
- ↑ "RJCカーオブザイヤー2018に、スズキの スイフト 受賞 (15 Nov 2017)". Response.jp. Retrieved 4 December 2017.
- ↑ "ホンダ NBOX 新車販売台数の推移/売れ行き(生産台数)と生産状況は？生産工場も - 株式会社アイディーインフォメーション" [What are Honda NBOX new car sales trends/sales (production numbers) and production status? production factory too]. id-information.co.jp (in Japanese). Retrieved 20 April 2024.
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