2023 Honda ZR-V e:HEV - Group Shot
Honda Cars India has officially unveiled the new Honda ZR-V in India ahead of its launch in the coming weeks. The ZR-V becomes Honda’s new flagship SUV in the country and also marks Honda’s first hybrid SUV for India.
Bookings for the SUV are now open, with deliveries beginning in July 2026.
The ZR-V will arrive in India as a Completely Built-Up Unit (CBU), which means pricing is expected to remain on the premium side.
The ZR-V sits above the Honda Elevate in Honda’s India lineup and measures:
making it closer in size to premium SUVs like the Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tayron.
The SUV rides on 18-inch alloy wheels and will be available in:
Powering the ZR-V is a 2.0-litre petrol engine, a strong hybrid system producing a combined 181 hp and 315 Nm torque.
Honda claims:
More importantly, the hybrid setup delivers a claimed fuel efficiency of 22.8 km/l, making it one of the most fuel-efficient petrol SUVs in its segment.
Inside, the ZR-V gets:
The SUV also comes loaded with safety tech, including:
Honda is expected to announce prices in June 2026, with estimates suggesting a starting price of around ₹ 45 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Honda ZR-V finally gives Honda a proper premium hybrid SUV for India. While it may end up being expensive because of the CBU route, the combination of Honda’s strong hybrid technology, premium features and SUV practicality could make the ZR-V an interesting alternative to larger European SUVs in the segment.
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