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Mugen Performance

The new Honda Super-One is catching headlines with its retro styling. The small EV brings back memories of the old Honda hatchbacks in its history, but it presents itself as a modern EV with tech and features to match.

Mugen takes the design and style of the Super One to the next level, with a full-body kit, interior bits, and performance suspension upgrades to boot. However, not a single item on the list matches the power this hatchback produces.

Exterior

Starting at the front of the car, we have a front spoiler on the chin, a vented hood, and a set of vented wide fender extensions that complement the front arches. Other parts on its side include a set of side skirts, 16-inch forged aluminum wheels, and at the back, Mugen added a rear spoiler that complements the rear bumper add-on. There are also Mugen badges and decals available for the Super-One in this package, along with a set of mirror caps that add to the sporty aesthetic.

All of this results in a stance that looks more aggressive, lower to the ground, and "faster." Paired with the modest drop that the lowered suspension and forged wheels bring, it makes for a very aggressive look overall. Mugen's performance dampers are made in collaboration with Yamaha for this small EV.

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Interior

It looks like Mugen has been having a love affair with its recent collaboration with Recaro, putting its Mugen-branded Recaro SR-S seats in everything from its Spec.III kit for the Prelude to this Honda Super-One. It's on full display here, along with an aftermarket steering wheel. Other dress-up bits were also fitted, including floor mats, scuff plates, and kick plates in a carbon finish.

Any car can benefit from a set of Recaros, and the steering wheel upgrade is a great touchpoint for the package. All of this is well and good, but what's under the hood?

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Electric Motor Tuning?

All of its dress-up and aero bits look great, but how does it go? Well, probably just as fast, if not slower than the standard Super-O