Honda EM1 e vs Yamaha NEO's: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Honda EM1 e vs Yamaha NEO's. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
Our verdict
Yamaha NEO's wins this head-to-head
It wins 4 of 8 categories compared below, with a margin of 4 category wins.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | EM1 e | NEO's |
|---|---|---|
| Range NEO's wins | 41 km | 90 km |
| Battery tie | 1.5 kWh | 1.5 kWh |
| Efficiency NEO's wins | 3.7 kWh/100km | 1.7 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h | 0 s | 0 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~0 min | ~0 min |
| Seats tie | 2 | 2 |
| Price NEO's wins | $4,000 | $3,500 |
| Rating NEO's wins | 3.8 / 5 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $83/yr | $38/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | EM1 e | NEO's |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 1.5 kWh (swappable) | 2x1.5 kWh (swappable) |
| Range | 41 km | 90 km |
| Top speed | 45 km/h | 45 km/h |
| Power | 4.1 hp | 4 hp |
| Weight | 96 kg | 96 kg |
| Charging | ~4.5 h | ~5 h |
| Drive | Belt | Belt |
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Extras | Swappable MPP battery | Swappable batteries |
Honda EM1 e
Pros
- Swappable battery
- Honda reliability
- Learner legal
- Low price
Cons
- Very short range
- Slow
- Charging takes hours
- Basic equipment
Yamaha NEO's
Pros
- Swappable batteries
- Yamaha quality
- Good city range
- Easy to ride
Cons
- Slow
- Short total range
- No fast charging
- Small storage
Frequently asked questions
Is the Yamaha NEO's really better than Honda EM1 e?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, Honda EM1 e or Yamaha NEO's?
41 km vs 90 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $83/yr for the Honda EM1 e and $38/yr for the Yamaha NEO's.
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