Honda Alpha electric SUV named for India, global debut on 2 December 2026
By Arjun Ramanarayanan, IndiCar · Published 3 November 2026 · News
Honda's first Made-in-India electric SUV is called the Alpha. It makes its global debut on 2 December 2026 and goes on sale in India and Japan in 2027.
Key takeaways
- Honda's first Made-in-India electric SUV is named the Alpha.
- Global debut on 2 December 2026, with India as the first market.
- Sales in India and Japan start in 2027. No price or launch date yet.
- Two LFP battery options, expected between 65kWh and 75kWh.
- First Honda in India to wear the new global H mark.
Honda Cars India has named its first Made-in-India electric SUV the Alpha. It makes its global debut on 2 December 2026. Honda has not announced a price or launch date, but says the production car goes on sale in India and Japan in 2027.
What the Alpha is
The Alpha is an all-new electric SUV, and India will be the first market to get it. It was previewed by the 0 Alpha concept in October 2025. Honda says the name comes from the first letter of the Greek alphabet and stands for a new beginning in its customers' lives.
It is also the first Honda model in India to carry the company's new global H mark. The name announcement was the first time Honda Cars India used that badge in its official communication.
Battery and motor
Honda has confirmed two battery pack options, both reported to use LFP chemistry. The capacities are expected to fall between 65kWh and 75kWh. At the start, the SUV is reported to use a single motor driving the front wheels.
Honda has not confirmed the exact battery sizes, so treat these figures as expected until the debut.
Where it will be built
The Alpha will be built in India. Honda's Tapukara plant in Rajasthan is expected to be its global production base. That makes the Alpha a car Honda plans to make here for more than the Indian market.
It is part of a bigger push. Honda has outlined plans to bring 10 new models to India by 2030, and seven of them will be SUVs.
When you can buy one
The debut on 2 December 2026 is when Honda shows the car. The company has not given a price, a launch date or a timeline for bookings and deliveries. What it has said is that sales in India start in 2027.
If you need an electric SUV before then, you can check what is on sale now on the list of new cars with on-road prices. You can also work out what any of them will cost on the road with the on-road price calculator.
Sources: Honda Electric SUV Named Alpha - Debut In December 2026, Honda Alpha named as brand's upcoming electric SUV for India, Honda ALPHA Named as Brand's First Made-in-India Electric SUV
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Honda Alpha?
It is Honda's upcoming all-new electric SUV and the company's first Made-in-India electric SUV. India will be the first market to get it.
When does the Honda Alpha make its debut?
Its global debut is on 2 December 2026.
When will the Honda Alpha go on sale?
Honda says the production car goes on sale in India and Japan in 2027. It has not announced a launch date or price.
What battery will the Honda Alpha have?
Honda has confirmed two battery pack options. Both are reported to use LFP chemistry, with capacities expected between 65kWh and 75kWh.
Where will the Honda Alpha be made?
It will be built in India. Honda's Tapukara plant in Rajasthan is expected to be its global production base.
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