Honda 0 Saloon & Honda 0 SUV Prototypes Make Global Debut at CES
The carmaker also announced its new ASIMO Operating System…
Honda presented the world premiere of the first two models in the company’s new 0 Series line of battery electric vehicles at CES 2025—the Honda 0 SUV and Honda 0 Saloon prototypes.
Production models based on both prototypes will launch in North America in 2026, according to the company, followed by global markets.
Honda also debuted its original vehicle operating system ASIMO OS, for use in Honda 0 Series models. Additionally, Honda announced an agreement with Renesas Electronics Corp. to develop a high-performance system-on-chip, to be introduced on the next generation of 0 Series models in the late 2020s, as well as a new energy service through the Home Energy Management System to enable customers to enjoy a stress-free EV ownership experience with reduced environmental impact.
HONDA 0 SUV PROTOTYPE
Honda presented the prototype of a mid-size EV SUV, which will be the first Honda 0 Series model to enter production based on the company’s newly developed dedicated EV architecture. Building on the Space-Hub concept model unveiled at CES 2024, the Honda 0 SUV applies the “Thin, Light and Wise” approach to yield a spacious cabin with visibility and flexibility. The interior of the SUV prototype illustrates the company’s direction to offer a new value for its future Honda 0 Series EVs as a “space” for people.
As with the Honda 0 Saloon, the Honda 0 SUV will feature a wide variety of next-generation technologies such as an “ever-advancing” space through “ultra-personal optimization” and digital UX made possible by the ASIMO OS. Moreover, the adoption of a steer-by-wire system enables integrated control of the by-wire devices, such as steering wheel, suspensions and brakes, resulting in improved handling.
A production model based on the Honda 0 SUV prototype—built at the Honda EV Hub in Ohio—is scheduled to be introduced in the North American market in the first half of 2026, then in global markets, including Japan and Europe.
HONDA 0 SALOON PROTOTYPE
The Honda 0 Saloon, the flagship model of the Honda 0 Series, further advances the concept model introduced last year at CES 2024 and will feature several next-generation technologies that embody the “Thin, Light and Wise” development approach of the Honda 0 Series.
While staying true to the bold styling design of the concept model, the prototype features both a low height and sporty “wedge-shaped” styling that sets the Saloon apart from other EVs in the market. The low-slung cabin is complemented by an interior that is more spacious than expected based on the exterior dimensions.
At CES 2025, Honda previewed technologies and features that contribute to the “Wise” value of the Honda 0 models. This includes the highly reliable automated driving technologies backed by Honda’s Level 3 automated driving technology, as well as “ultra-personal optimization” of ASIMO OS that will offer a mobility experience customized for each individual user.
A production model of the Honda 0 Saloon—built at the Honda EV Hub in Ohio—is scheduled to be introduced first in the North American market in late 2026, followed by global markets, including Japan and Europe.
ASIMO OPERATING SYSTEM (OS)
Honda 0 Series models will be equipped with ASIMO OS, an original vehicle operating system developed in-house by Honda. First introduced at CES over 20 years ago, ASIMO was a humanoid robot capable of autonomous walking, developed as part of Honda fundamental technology research with the goal of helping people while coexisting in society.
As a software platform, ASIMO OS will apply integrated management of electronic control units (ECUs) for vehicle systems such as automated driving/advanced driver assistance systems (AD/ADAS) and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system.
By constantly updating the in-vehicle software based on the ASIMO OS through over the air (OTA) updates, even after the purchase of the vehicle, functions and services will be continuously advanced in accordance with the preferences and needs of each individual user.
