The upcoming EV will be designed exclusively for India, the Honda electric car competes with models such as the Creta EV and Tata Curvv.
Takashi Nakajima, Honda Cars India’s new President and CEO, who took over from Takuya Tsumura, outlined the brand’s next major move in India. Speaking at an informal gathering in Delhi, Nakajima stated that Honda will debut a brand-new battery electric vehicle (BEV) in the coming year.
A Made-in-India EV
Contrary to popular belief, this EV will not be a derivative of the Honda Elevate, but rather a whole new model created specifically for Indian buyers. While the business has not stated whether the new EV would be a sedan or an SUV, industry insiders believe it will be an electric SUV. If so, it will compete with the Hyundai Creta EV, Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV, and the future Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara. To support this new launch, Honda is expanding its charging network across the country.
Honda Focuses on Hybrid Expansion
Along with EVs, Honda has stated that it will continue to expand its hybrid vehicle lineup in India. The brand is developing a new platform to support both hybrid and electric vehicles. According to reports, this platform might incorporate a 1.5-litre petrol engine combined with an electric AWD system. Honda currently provides the City Hybrid in its model portfolio, and the Elevate, Amaze, and City models are also on sale.
India Becomes a Key Market for Honda
With this announcement, India has joined Japan and the United States as Honda’s top three global markets. And the company also intends to manufacture hybrid systems locally to make them more affordable and competitive for Indian consumers.
As per reports, Honda sold 4,871 units, with 3,360 sold on the local market and 1,511 exported in April 2025. Surprisingly, the Elevate SUV, now rebadged as the Honda WR-V in Japan, remains in more demand abroad than in India.
The unveiling of a new electric vehicle represents a significant shift in Honda’s India business strategy. With growing rivalry and demand for environmentally friendly modes of transport, Honda’s decision to build a dedicated EV, backed by local development and charging support, marks a substantial entry into the Indian EV industry. More details about the EV’s design, features, and pricing will be released in the coming months.
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