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Honda Reveals 0 Alpha EV Prototype, Sets 2027 Launch for Japan and India

India will anchor production for the entry 0 Series SUV with sales starting in 2027.

Overview

  • The 0 α prototype debuted at the Japan Mobility Show as the gateway model in Honda’s new 0 Series of dedicated EVs.
  • Honda says the production model will enter the market in 2027 in Japan and India, with additional regions to follow.
  • India is slated for local manufacture of the 0 α to supply domestic buyers and exports, making it a key hub for the model.
  • Preliminary targets include a 2,700–2,800 mm wheelbase, two LFP battery packs of roughly 65–75 kWh, and an initial single‑motor front‑wheel‑drive layout.
  • The 0 Series emphasizes software-defined capability, with Asimo OS and Level 3‑ready features reported, while a larger 0 Series SUV is due in 2026 and expected in India as a CBU import.