Honda Cars India Ltd (HCIL) has announced Honda ALPHA as the name of its upcoming electric SUV, which will be the company's first electric SUV manufactured in India. The model is scheduled to make its global debut on December 2, 2026, with India becoming the first market to introduce it.
The announcement marks the first details of the production model's identity ahead of its global debut. Honda had previously showcased the vehicle as a concept prototype at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. The company has described the ALPHA as an SUV developed for both urban and natural environments, although technical specifications, powertrain details and pricing have not yet been disclosed in the announcement.
According to Honda Cars India, the name ALPHA is derived from the first letter of the Greek alphabet and represents a new beginning. The company has also indicated that India will serve as the global production base for the model in the future.
Honda ALPHA to be India's First Made-in-India Electric SUV
The Honda ALPHA is part of the company's electrification plans for the Indian market. Its global debut in India will make the country the first market to introduce the model.
At the Japan Mobility Show 2025, the vehicle was presented as a concept showcasing Honda's approach to electric mobility, incorporating technology and design elements intended for its next generation of electric vehicles.
Honda Cars India President and CEO Toshiyuki Yanagisawa said the model's development and planned production in India would form part of the company's electrification strategy. He also indicated that the company intends to use India as a global manufacturing base for the SUV.
Further details regarding the vehicle's specifications, production timeline, battery capacity and market launch have not been announced.
Honda ALPHA to Introduce New H Mark in India
The announcement also marks the first appearance of Honda's redesigned H mark in official communication from Honda Cars India. The updated emblem has been adopted globally for the company's automobile business.
Honda said the H mark was first introduced in 1963 to represent its automobile products and business activities and has undergone several design changes since then. The latest redesign is intended to reflect the company's ongoing transformation and focus on new technologies and business directions.
The Honda ALPHA will be the first Honda model in India to feature the redesigned H mark.