# Honda Teases New Hybrid SUV Avancier

> Honda's new hybrid SUV Avancier may not reach America, but it signals a major shift toward hybrids.
- Title: Honda Teases New Hybrid SUV Avancier · Car and Driver
- Summary: Honda's new hybrid SUV Avancier may not reach America, but it signals a major shift toward hybrids.
- Keywords: honda, avancier, hybrid, suv, north america, hybrid technology, 2027, Car and Driver
- Source: Car and Driver — https://caranddriver.com/news/a74415525/honda-teased-new-hybrid-suv-avancier
- Author: Natalie Neff
- Published: 2026-11-12T20:36:50+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: honda, avancier, hybrid, suv, north america, hybrid technology, 2027, cars
## Honda Teases New Hybrid SUV
Honda posted teaser images of an all-new Avancier on global social media channels.
## New Hybrid Powertrain
The Avancier will debut Honda's newly named 'Honda Hybrid' powertrain, replacing the current e:HEV badge.
## Seven-Seat SUV Design
The new SUV is expected to be a larger, seven-seat model competing with Hyundai Santa Fe and Toyota Highlander.
## Global Debut Date
The Avancier will make its world debut at the Thailand International Motor Expo on December 1.
## Hybrid Strategy Shift
Honda plans to introduce 15 next-generation hybrid models by the end of fiscal 2029, with North America a primary focus.
## Cost and Efficiency
The new hybrid system costs more than 30 percent less than the 2023 Accord's system while improving fuel economy by over 10 percent.
## U.S. Availability Unclear
Whether the Avancier will come to the United States remains unclear as Honda has not announced U.S. availability.
## Key takeaway

Honda plans to launch a new hybrid SUV called the Avancier in 2027, but U.S. availability remains unclear.