Honda Unveils Ye - its Next-Generation EV Series for China

Honda has unveiled the Ye Series, an all-new EV series it will introduce to the Chinese market. The first set of the Ye Series models, namely Ye P7 and Ye S7, as well as the concept model for the second set of series models, the Ye GT CONCEPT.

Honda is planning to launch a total of six new models in China by 2027.

he all-new Ye P7 and the Ye S7, the first set of Ye Series models, were developed based on the newly developed dedicated EV platform and will be available in two variations – a one-motor rear-wheel drive model and a two-motor four-wheel drive model. 

They are scheduled to go on sale at the end of 2024.

The Ye GT CONCEPT offers a 'low & wide' silhouette that redflects its GT (Grand Tourer) name.

The driver’s seat is designed to immerse the driver in the driving experience, much like a race driver. 

Honda is currently offering the e:N Series EV models in China, where electrification of automobile products is in progress, and the all-new Ye Series models will be a new addition to the lineup.

The new series was named with the Chinese letter “烨” which means 'shine brilliantly'.

In a press release, Honda states: 'As next-generation EVs, the Ye Series models are being developed in pursuit of more value for customers. In addition to human-centric packaging based on the M/M concept^*1, which is the foundation of Honda car design, the Ye Series models feature driving performance that further refines the “joy of driving” by applying a newly developed dedicated EV platform developed in China and integrating it with electrification technologies Honda has amassed over many years'.

It adds: 'As for application of intelligence technologies, including offering of an AI-powered assistant, the Ye Series models are being developed with the aim to create a “space” where all occupants can enjoy comfortable mobility'. 

Honda has set a global goal of realising carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities it is involved in by 2050.