Come explore Honda’s upcoming portfolio in detail, including the introduction of ICE, hybrid, and EV models.
Honda is attempting to balance the demands of the current market with the long-term drive towards cleaner, electrified mobility, as seen in its most recent roadmap. The Japanese automaker hasn’t given up on its larger objective of becoming carbon neutral by 2050, even as it is slowing down its EV accelerator in favour of hybrids. Furthermore, a lot of new models will still be released throughout the course of the next ten years, even with some updated timelines.
First up, the Honda Prelude is finally making a comeback, and later this year, North America, Japan, and Europe will all be attending. With a hybrid drivetrain and a fun but gimmicky “S+ Shift” mode that simulates gear changes, the next generation coupe is intended to be a sharper, more performance-focused substitute for the Civic. A mid-cycle update is anticipated in 2028, which should prevent the Prelude from becoming stale too soon.
Honda plans to introduce 13 new hybrid cars worldwide between 2027 and 2031. These will include the upcoming version of the company’s e:HEV self-charging hybrid technology, which will reduce production costs while providing tighter packaging, enhanced performance, and increased efficiency. Additionally included will be cutting-edge driver-assistance technologies, which will increase safety throughout the range.
Expectations for Honda’s Worldwide Lineup
Honda’s anticipated product rollouts from 2025 to 2035 are detailed in a recent report by Global Data. A new Civic is one among them, which makes sense considering that Honda just slightly updated the existing 11th-generation model in 2024 and is probably planning to release a 12th-generation model in 2028. The brand’s next-generation hybrid system will help it.
A mid-cycle update is anticipated before the US-spec HR-V (marketed as the ZR-V in Europe) leaves the crossover market until at least 2030. The next generation of Honda’s bigger CR-V, which is one of its best-selling models both domestically and internationally, is anticipated in 2027. This covers both the European model and the Chinese variants, such as the Dongfeng Honda CR-V and the GAC Honda Breeze.
SUVs of the Future and Pilots’ Roles
The Pilot, which has been available for purchase since late 2022, is now the focus of attention due to the freshly updated Honda Passport. According to Global Data, a redesign is imminent and might include a hybrid option.
In keeping with Honda’s recent announcement that a new large SUV that is exclusively hybrid will make its US debut around 2030, a complete makeover is anticipated to arrive in 2028 or 2029. Honda is unlikely to introduce two three-row SUVs of comparable size given the overlap; therefore, this future model is most likely the next-generation Pilot. Honda states that it will have powerful performance and significant towing capacity, obviously trying to attract weekend caravan haulers and families.
Although sedans are no longer popular in the US, the Honda Accord is still in demand in China. The upcoming facelift for the eleventh-generation vehicle, which debuted in late 2022, may replicate the small adjustments made to the Chinese-spec model earlier this year. Additionally, a new generation that is produced in both China and the US is expected to arrive in the fourth quarter of 2027.
The (Delayed) Ascent of Honda Electric Vehicles
Toshihiro Mibe, the CEO of Honda, recently announced a reduced EV strategy at a press conference. By 2031, the company’s electrification investment plan has been cut from ¥10 trillion, or around $69 billion, to ¥7 trillion, or $48 billion. By 2030, Honda anticipates that EVs will account for less than 30% of their global sales mix.
The EV industry is still alive and well, with a number of intriguing launches scheduled for the upcoming years. In 2026, the cutting-edge Honda 0 Series EVs will go into production. The first will be the Saloon, which will essentially follow the concept’s styling. Three electric SUVs, one of which has already been spotted in near-production condition, will follow it in 2027 and 2028.
HONDA 0 SERIES SEDAN & SUV
Alongside its brother, the Chevrolet Blazer, the Honda Prologue SUV, which was developed in collaboration with GM, will get a makeover in 2028. But a next-generation Prologue doesn’t appear feasible now that Honda and GM have formally parted ways regarding their joint EV development.
In the meantime, Honda continues to advance its line of electric vehicles in China through its joint ventures with GAC and Dongfeng. Built on EV-specific underpinnings, the lineup consists of the new Ye P7 and S7 SUVs as well as the GT sedan twins. It’s unknown if any of these models will be exported or kept in China.
Updates Outside the US Market
In order to remain affordable, the Honda City is scheduled for a 2026 redesign in both hatchback and sedan configurations, most likely keeping its internal combustion engine. The compact Honda Amaze sedan, which made its debut in late 2024, won’t be replaced in India until 2031.
Later in 2025, a fully electric version of the Elevate, which is manufactured in India and exported to Japan as the WR-V, will be available. In 2028, the small SUV might get a mid-lifecycle modification, and a new model might follow in 2031. It is reported that Honda’s other WR-V, which is available in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, would receive a facelift in 2026 and a replacement before the decade is out.
Honda’s Facelifted Fit For China Looks More Toyota Than Honda
Later this year, the Honda Fit/Jazz will also get a significant makeover in China; it is unclear if this version will be available in other countries. Since 2019, the fourth-generation Fit/Jazz has been in production. In 2022, it had a minor redesign for the European and Japanese markets. To stay competitive, Honda is expected to release the next version of the minivan-style hatch by 2028.
With hybrid and completely electric drivetrain options on the table, the mechanically similar global-spec Honda HR-V, which is marketed as the Vezel in Japan, may also receive a new generation in 2028.
The Honda N-Box kei van in Japan is anticipated to receive a facelift in the upcoming years, followed by a complete redesign before the end of the decade. Launched in 2023, the current version has continuously sold over 200,000 units annually, making it Honda’s best-selling vehicle in the Japanese market. It is also anticipated that a fully electric version, perhaps based on the N-Van e:, will be added to the passenger selection.
The Odyssey minivan manufactured in the United States and the one being exported to Japan are completely different models. Its lifecycle is coming to an end, and a brand-new replacement is anticipated later this year. It was first introduced in 2013 and received facelifts in 2017 and 2020.
In contrast, the Honda Freed minivan, which debuted in 2024, is still a relatively new model. A complete redesign is anticipated in 2032, with a facelift perhaps arriving in 2028.
Finally, Honda isn’t abandoning hydrogen. The business is still working on its next hydrogen-powered model itself even if it has ended its partnership with GM. Although it is not yet known if it will be more readily accessible than the limited-edition CR-V e:FCEV plug-in hybrid, it is expected to debut in 2027.