Sony and Honda's Afeela 1 Electric Car: $89,900 and Subscription Fees

Sony and Honda have announced the start of sales for their Afeela 1 electric vehicle, initially unveiled at CES 2025. This high-tech car comes with a premium price tag and an unconventional approach to feature access via a subscription model. Afeela 1: Performance and Features The all-wheel-drive Afeela 1 is powered by an electric motor with 482 horsepower and a 91 kWh battery, providing a range of up to 483 kilometers (approximately 300 miles). It supports 150 kW fast charging and is compatible with Tesla Supercharger stations. Key features include: ADAS Level 2 "autopilot" with lane-keeping assistance, collision avoidance, and automated parking Planned software update to Level 3 autonomous driving 40 sensors and cameras combined with lidar AI assistant for navigation and entertainment Active noise cancellation Configurations and Subscription Model The Afeela 1 will be offered in two configurations: Origin (Base): Starting at $89,900, with a black interior and exterior. Signature: Sta…