Honda GT Unveiled: Sleek Design, But Interior Raises Questions
May 1, 2025 26 Honda
The all-new Honda GT electric vehicle boasts an eye-catching name and a sleek, modern exterior design—but it's the interior layout that's sparking debate. While automakers warn of smartphone distractions, the GT’s screen-heavy cabin might pose similar concerns.
The vehicle integrates side-mounted displays connected to exterior cameras and a necessary upper instrument cluster. However, the abundance of additional screens, particularly the large passenger-side display, feels excessive. Critics have likened it to an outdated early-2010s tablet, awkwardly embedded into the dashboard with oversized bezels.
One redeeming feature is the presence of physical controls: a few physical buttons are located between the infotainment system and the vertical screen beside the gear selector. The central display also features fixed touch-sensitive keys, though overall usability and visual appeal remain sticking points.
So, what is the Honda GT? It’s the latest addition to Honda’s new Ye Series of electric vehicles for the Chinese market, following the launch of the S7 and P7 models last year. With a coupe-inspired roofline, the GT brings a sportier aesthetic to the lineup. Official imagery reveals two variants: the Dongfeng Honda GT in blue and the GAC Honda GT in red—both built by Honda’s joint venture partners in China.
Initially showcased as a concept, the GT is now production-ready and being previewed at Auto Shanghai, alongside other China-exclusive Ye Series models. These vehicles are positioned as flagships of the Ye lineup, although Honda has yet to release full technical specifications.
The GT likely shares the e:N Architecture W platform with the earlier P7 and S7, which supports both rear- and all-wheel drive configurations. Single-motor variants deliver 268 horsepower, while dual-motor versions push up to 469 hp. Power comes from an 89.8-kWh CATL battery, offering a range of up to 404 miles (650 km) in RWD form and 385 miles (620 km) with AWD, based on the CLTC testing cycle.
Visually, the Dongfeng and GAC versions sport two-tone paint and a redesigned Honda logo that drops the traditional rectangle. While their overall bodies are similar, the headlights, taillights, and bumpers differ, giving each model a unique character. Like the S7 and P7, the GT stands apart from global Honda vehicles—dare we say, it’s a head-turner. If only the cabin weren’t quite so dominated by screens.
The vehicle integrates side-mounted displays connected to exterior cameras and a necessary upper instrument cluster. However, the abundance of additional screens, particularly the large passenger-side display, feels excessive. Critics have likened it to an outdated early-2010s tablet, awkwardly embedded into the dashboard with oversized bezels.
One redeeming feature is the presence of physical controls: a few physical buttons are located between the infotainment system and the vertical screen beside the gear selector. The central display also features fixed touch-sensitive keys, though overall usability and visual appeal remain sticking points.
So, what is the Honda GT? It’s the latest addition to Honda’s new Ye Series of electric vehicles for the Chinese market, following the launch of the S7 and P7 models last year. With a coupe-inspired roofline, the GT brings a sportier aesthetic to the lineup. Official imagery reveals two variants: the Dongfeng Honda GT in blue and the GAC Honda GT in red—both built by Honda’s joint venture partners in China.
Initially showcased as a concept, the GT is now production-ready and being previewed at Auto Shanghai, alongside other China-exclusive Ye Series models. These vehicles are positioned as flagships of the Ye lineup, although Honda has yet to release full technical specifications.
The GT likely shares the e:N Architecture W platform with the earlier P7 and S7, which supports both rear- and all-wheel drive configurations. Single-motor variants deliver 268 horsepower, while dual-motor versions push up to 469 hp. Power comes from an 89.8-kWh CATL battery, offering a range of up to 404 miles (650 km) in RWD form and 385 miles (620 km) with AWD, based on the CLTC testing cycle.
Visually, the Dongfeng and GAC versions sport two-tone paint and a redesigned Honda logo that drops the traditional rectangle. While their overall bodies are similar, the headlights, taillights, and bumpers differ, giving each model a unique character. Like the S7 and P7, the GT stands apart from global Honda vehicles—dare we say, it’s a head-turner. If only the cabin weren’t quite so dominated by screens.
