Similar in size to the Lucid Air and Tesla Model S, this electric sedan lacks some of their capabilityThe Afeela 1 has 40 sensors for its high-tech electronics.By Benjamin PrestonWhat do you get

Sony and Honda's joint-venture electric sedan made its debut during CES 2020.

We scored a seat inside the AFEELA 1 Signature, the top-tier trim of the lineup that clocks in a massive $102,000. But don't let the sticker shock scare you off just yet — this EV is loaded with bells,

The Afeela 1 Origin and Signature trims are available to reserve in California for $200, with deliveries anticipated to start in 2026.

But that turned out to be exactly the plan. Although Sony began developing its EV with the contract manufacturer (and tier 1 supplier) Magna Steyr, the car— now called the Afeela 1 —will be built by Honda, which formed a strategic alliance with Sony to create the aforementioned Sony Honda Mobility, which will sell the new car.

Introducing World’s First Micro LED Media Bar Solution on AFEELA, designed to create Engagement between the Cockpit and the Outside World Micro LED Media Bar AUO is collaborating with Sony Honda Mobility to showcase the world’s first Micro LED Media Bar Solution mounted on the exterior of the AFEELA.

The EV will be available in "two trims," as per Sony, with prices starting from $89,900 with a 3-year complimentary subscription for certain functionality and features, according to a company press release. The tech titan has also announced online reservations through the AFEELA website with a fully refundable reservation fee of $200.

Honda showcased its Sony Honda AFEELA 1 EV, but while it highlights futuristic tech, there are four reasons it already seems doomed.

Honda EV joint venture will forgo using a dealer network to distribute its Afeela 1 midsize battery-electric sedan in favor of online sales.