At the CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Afeela—a joint venture between Sony and Honda—showcased the near-production version of its first electric vehicle, the Afeela 1. This midsize liftback promises advanced technology, a luxurious interior, and a strong focus on connectivity and entertainment. We were there in person to check it out!
Features and Design
The Afeela 1 measures 4,915 mm in length, slightly shorter than competitors like the Lucid Air, but its design emphasizes interior space with a generous wheelbase. Inside, the cabin features a futuristic layout with sustainable materials and a panoramic dashboard screen. A yoke-style steering wheel enhances the view of the displays.
Speaking about the panel, there are lots of possibilites like dragging windows from one side to the other:
And the screen also makes it easy to navigate when planning routes:
Entertainment and comfort are central to the design, with Sony’s 360 Spatial Sound Technologies providing immersive audio and the use of noise-canceling technology for a quieter ride.
The sound system really blew us away, the quality was superb and something that you would for sure expect from a car with such a hefty pricetag.
Afeela 1 Signature’s interior. The Origin variant doesn’t bring the screens for the passengers.
Production and Future Plans
Honda says it will manufacture the Afeela 1 at its plant in Ohio, with a launch in North America and Europe planned for 2026. Afeela intends to expand its lineup with an SUV and a compact model later in the decade.
