Archive · 31 Aug 2026
Honda Confirms New 2028 Sub-4-Metre SUV for India
Honda plans to bring a new small SUV to India in 2028.
It will be shorter than four metres, a popular size for Indian cars.
The vehicle will compete with models such as the Tata Nexon and Hyundai Venue.
Honda says it is designing the SUV with Indian customers and road conditions in mind.
It may use a new platform for small and midsize vehicles.
The expected engine is a locally sourced 1.2-litre petrol engine.
Honda is also considering hybrid and electric versions.
The SUV will take the place of the discontinued Honda WR-V.
This is part of Honda’s larger plan to launch 10 new models in India by 2030.
Honda Cars India plans to launch a new sub-4-metre SUV in India in 2028.
The SUV will compete with the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and Mahindra XUV 3XO.
Honda says the model will use an India-specific development approach rather than simply modifying a global platform.
Expected powertrains include a locally sourced 1.2-litre petrol engine, with hybrid and electric options under consideration.
The SUV will replace the discontinued Honda WR-V as part of Honda’s plan to introduce 10 new models in India by 2030.
- Who
- Honda Cars India, with Honda Motor Co. President and CEO Toshiro Mibe commenting on the project.
- What
- Honda plans to launch a new India-focused sub-4-metre SUV with petrol and possible hybrid or electric powertrains.
- When
- The SUV is scheduled for launch in 2028; Honda’s first mass-market electric car is expected earlier.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- Honda wants to expand its presence in India’s growing SUV market and compete in a high-volume compact-SUV segment.
- Planned launch
- 2028
- Market
- India
- Vehicle size
- Sub-4 metres
- Expected petrol engine
- Locally sourced 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine
- Possible transmissions
- Manual and CVT automatic
- Possible powertrains
- Petrol, hybrid and electric
- Broader Honda plan
- 10 new models in India by 2030