Honda 0 SUV
| Honda 0 SUV | |
|---|---|
Honda 0 SUV at Marysville Auto Plant (Marysville, Ohio) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Production | Cancelled |
| Assembly | United States: Marysville, Ohio (Marysville Auto Plant) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Platform | Zero platform |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | Single or dual-motor |
The Honda 0 SUV is a cancelled electric vehicle prototype unveiled by Honda at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show, as part of the Honda 0 Series in 2025.[1] This mid-size SUV was part of Honda's planned 0 Series, which also included the Honda 0 Saloon.[2] In March 2026, Honda cancelled the 0 SUV, citing US tariffs, cancellation of EV subsidies and competitive pressures which would make launching the vehicle unprofitable.[3]
Design and architecture
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The Honda 0 SUV follows a design inspired by the Space-Hub concept model. It features a boxy exterior with elements influenced by vehicles from the 1970s and 1980s.[4] The SUV is built on Honda's dedicated EV platform, incorporating a thinner battery design. The interior is designed to maximize space and visibility.[5]
Technology
[edit]The vehicle includes an integrated operating system called ASIMO OS, which provides personalized driving experiences.[6] It is also equipped with Level 3 automated driving capabilities, which allow limited hands-free operation under specific conditions. The vehicle's computing system is developed in collaboration with Renesas Electronics Corporation.[7]
Performance and range
[edit]The Honda 0 SUV was expected to be available in single and dual-motor configurations.[8] The single-motor version may have delivered approximately 241 horsepower, while the dual-motor, all-wheel-drive version could have provided up to 480 horsepower.[9] The estimated battery capacity is between 80kWh and 90kWh, offering a projected range of around 300 miles per charge.[10]
Market availability
[edit]The production version of the Honda 0 SUV was planned for release in North America in 2026, followed by Japan and Europe.[11] Pricing details were not officially announced.
In March 2026, Honda cancelled the 0 SUV, along with the 0 Saloon and Acura RSX due to "the unfavorable impact of changes in U.S. tariff policies" and competitive pressures leading to Honda being "unable to deliver products that offer value for money better than that of newer EV manufacturers".[3]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ "Honda Presents World Premiere of Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV Prototypes at CES 2025 – alongside ASIMO OS, a Honda Original Vehicle Operating System". hondanews.eu. Retrieved 2025-03-12.
- ↑ "Honda Presents World Premiere of the "Honda 0 Series" Represented by Two New Global EV Concept Models at CES 2024 | Honda Global Corporate Website". Honda Global. 2023. Retrieved 2025-03-12.
- 1 2 "Honda Announces Losses Associated with Reassessment of Automobile Electrification Strategy; Revision to Forecast for Consolidated Financial Results; and Future Direction | Honda Global Corporate Website". Honda Global. 2026. Retrieved 2026-03-12.
- ↑ Hawkins, Andrew J. (2025-01-09). "The Honda Zero EVs look even more compelling up close". The Verge. Retrieved 2025-03-12.
- ↑ Smith, Karl (2025-01-10). "Honda '0' Series makes debut at CES". Car Design News. Retrieved 2025-03-13.
- ↑ "The Honda 0 SUV Prototype Hits Reset on Honda's Midsize EV for the Masses". MotorTrend. 2025-01-07. Archived from the original on 2025-01-16. Retrieved 2025-03-13.
- ↑ Marshall, Aarian. "Can Your Car Be Your Friend?". Wired. ISSN 1059-1028. Retrieved 2025-03-12.
- ↑ "New Honda 0 Series saloon and SUV finally uncloak brand's EV masterplan". DrivingElectric. Retrieved 2025-03-13.
- ↑ Stocksdale, Joel (2025-01-07). "Sedans Ain't Dead: Honda Reveals Radical 0 Series Saloon And SUV For 2026". CarBuzz. Retrieved 2025-03-14.
- ↑ "New Honda 0 SUV and saloon preview upcoming electric car line-up". www.whatcar.com. Retrieved 2025-03-12.
- ↑ "The Honda 0 Saloon and 0 SUV prototypes preview 2026 production cars". Top Gear. 2025-01-07. Archived from the original on 2025-01-08. Retrieved 2025-03-12.