Honda’s Big Return to India: Hybrids, EVs and SUVs Will Shake Up the Roads by 2029!
From hybrid ZR-V to the electric Elevate EV and a brand new 7-seater SUV, Honda prepares to revamp Indian roads with cars that are future-proof.
Honda’s Electrified Return: India is Turbocharged with Hybrid SUVs, EVs and New Platforms!
Indian car buffs, get ready. Honda is finally opening its next-gen floodgates on Indian roads – and it’s not just introducing cars, but a full-fledged hybrid-electric onslaught. Years of being cautious, Japanese behemoth that it is, is now going all out with daring launches, intelligent hybrids, and all-out EVs. And yes, all this is to turn heads, disrupt the SUV segment, and perhaps even make Tata and Hyundai a tad nervous.
Let’s crack the code on what’s headed your way, what it means to you, and why your next upgrade might as well have an H badge attached to it.
2025: The Year Honda Shifts Gears
The 3rd-Gen Honda Amaze: India’s favorite sub-compact sedan receives a new reboot in October 2025. Look out for a new-gen bold design, premium materials, larger displays, and a probable feature onslaught with ADAS and 6 airbags. The 1.2L petrol motor stays on, but it’s now quieter, smoother, and perhaps nicer to fuel.
Elevate Hybrid SUV: Envision the tough Elevate, but now equipped with a smart strong-hybrid configuration and a staggering 25+ km/l fuel efficiency. It’s coming by late 2025, and it might just be the perfect city SUV for the mileage-mindful but feature-starved Indian buyer.
ZR-V Hybrid (CBU) : The world SUV monster is set to debut in India as a CBU (to begin with) with a strong 2.0L hybrid engine (180 hp), AWD option, Honda Sensing technology, and more screen space within than your smartphone. Launch in view for late 2025/early 2026.
2026: Electric Dreams Get Real
Elevate EV: It is Honda’s electric moment. Arriving in 2026, the Elevate- electric SUV will feature a 50-60 kWh battery pack and a range approx 400 km.Designed and made in India and potentially exported to the world. Sharp pricing of 20-25 lakhs expected.
e:Ny1 SUV (Global Model): Honda’s global EV SUV featuring a 68.8 kWh battery and 412 km WLTP range is in the sights for early 2026 India launch. As a premium EV, this one could very well match up with the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona.
2027: Honda Gets Roomier and Modular
New 7-Seater SUV PF2 Platform: Built on Honda’s new PF2 modular platform, this three-row SUV is designed and tuned for India . Petrol and strong-hybrid choices will be available. CR-V style, Ertiga room.
The PF2 platform is a game-changer – it will handle ICE, hybrid, and full EV powertrains. More modular than your IKEA bookshelf and twice as reliable.
2028-2029: The Future Rolls In
Future Honda City (2028): The popular City sedan is becoming modular in 2028 with PF2-based architecture, improved hybrid system, slimmer styling, and even more connected tech. The sedan’s not dead – not if Honda gets its way.
Sub-4m Compact SUV: Coming in 2029, this city will probably replace the WR-V.Look for 1.5L petrol, hybrid powertrains, and export-friendly design. It may be Honda’s response to the Punch, Fronx, and Exter.
Another EV? Oh Yes! Word on the street is, Honda’s also developing a second PF2-based EV by 2029. Probably a smaller crossover EV, which will be priced to take on the Nexon EV and Mahindra XUV400.
Why This Matters: The Honda Renaissance
Honda’s not only rolling out cars. It’s creating a whole ecosystem of electrified, future mobility for India. With a solid portfolio of hybrids and EVs, with localization (Tapukara plant), and an India-centric global strategy, this is Honda finally playing offense.
It’s been a long time coming, but better late than never. Japanese giant is finally taking India seriously – and in classic Honda style, with adding precision, performance, and practicality to the equation.
Final Word:
If you’ve been sleeping on Honda, wake up now. The company is gearing up for a full-fledged India offensive with intelligent hybrids, EVs, and SUVs that actually cater to us. So before you hop on the next Indian or Korean SUV bandwagon, hold your horses. Because the true “H” is coming.
Stay tuned, stay curious – and perhaps leave a little room in your garage.
FAQs
Q: Is Honda launching new cars in India?
Definitely! From the Elevate Hybrid to the next-generation City and a full 7-seater SUV, Honda is launching new models by 2025-2029.
Q: What is the PF2 platform?
Honda’s new modular platform compatible with petrol, hybrid, and electric powertrains.First PF2 product?A 7-seater SUV in 2027.
Q: Is Honda introducing electric vehicles in India?
Yes! The Elevate EV comes in 2026, and perhaps the e: Ny1 SUV even sooner.
Q: Is the Honda Amaze going to be updated?
Yes, the third-gen Amaze arrives in October 2025 with new-age styling and premium features.
