10 All-New and Improved Japanese Cars for 2025-2026 (Review of Honda/Acura Lineup)

Honda is entering a year that may mark a turning point in their history. In 2025 the brand faces growing competition from Asian brands while negotiating a potential deal with Nissan. So today, we will showcase the full lineup that the Japanese giant intends to produce under Honda and Acura nameplates to decide how well they have prepared for the upcoming 2025 and 2026 model years. More #AutomotiveTerritory videos for you to check out: Best new Toyota models for the upcoming years: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VnejpSnCgg Most exciting Aston Martin performance cars of today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGUn9tE1hvY List of all models from this #AT_New_Cars release: 00:00 Introduction 00:31 Honda e: Saloon 0 and Honda e: SUV 0 hondanews.com/en-US/honda-corporate/releases/release-d73d9911716c8277bb60a2789704a9ab-honda-0-saloon-and-honda-0-suv-prototypes-make-global-debut-at-ces-honda-announces-new-asimo-operating-system Honda Prologue SUV turned out to be a sales hit last year, so it's not surprising that the Japanese giant wants to ramp up its EV efforts. At the 2025 CES exhibition, the brand unveiled two conceptual models that will lay the foundation for two upcoming production vehicles, scheduled for sale as early as 2026 with the production in the Honda's Ohio facility. 02:16 Honda Passport hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/releases/all-new-2026-honda-passport-sports-true-rugged-design-improved-off-road-capability-and-v6-power-to-create-the-ultimate-honda-adventure-suv Overlanding enthusiasts should be saving money until the new 2026 Passport arrives. The newcomer has a blend of rugged capability on the outside and class-leading comfort on the inside. 03:53 Honda Prelude hondanews.eu/gb/en/cars/media/pressreleases/525214/honda-confirms-prelude-to-arrive-in-europe-early-2026-featuring-honda-splus-shift-technology The true 90s icon that got popular because of its sleek design and sporty handling is making a comeback this year. The return of the ultimate sports coupe will revisit a significant chapter in Honda's performance heritage. 04:52 Honda CR-V Fuel Cell hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/releases/release-c28e8d1efb94e520fef21ff3f814d436-all-new-2025-honda-cr-v-fuel-cell-electric-vehicle-lease-pricing-announced-includes-generous-hydrogen-fuel-credits The vehicle features second-generation fuel-cell technology that adds a 17.7-kilowatt-hour battery pack, turning it into an EV, when hydrogen tanks are empty. This powertrain was co-developed with General Motors and features an FWD layout with a single 174-horsepower motor and a 229-pound-feet torque rating. 05:58 Acura ADX acuranews.com/en-US/channels/acura-adx SUVs by Honda's luxury division became popular owing to the blend of advanced tech features and sophisticated design choices. But what if you don't want a large model? In this case, the new compact SUV will get you premium driving for a budget-friendly price. 07:11 Honda Civic hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/channels/honda-civic After many years in the making, this moniker is associated with reliability, efficiency, and value. One of the best price offerings coming from Japan is offered with some significant updates both for the sedan and hatchback body styles. 08:22 Honda Civic Si hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/channels/honda-civic-si Performance-oriented drivers should keep an eye out for the 2025 iteration of Civic Si. Its visual upgrades come down to a sportier front fascia with a bold grille design, new taillights, fresh 18-inch wheel options, and trim-specific colors. 09:24 Acura Performance EV acuranews.com/en-US/releases/release-a6122f36d84ae07a2f9839772b0913db-acura-performance-ev-concept-makes-global-debut-at-monterey-car-week Its underpinnings will feature new EV architecture with batteries jointly produced with LG Energy, while the production-ready version is set to roll out of Ohio manufacturing lines in late 2025 - early 2026. 10:21 Honda HP-X hondanews.com/en-US/honda-automobiles/releases/release-24d1e769a5116e1ca61c5b016301b2e0-1984-honda-hp-x-concept-car-makes-north-american-debut-at-2024-pebble-beach-concours-delegance The restomod craze seems to have grown past small boutique carmakers and reached the international motoring giants. To stay trendy, Honda received support from Pininfarina and restored its 1984 wedge-style concept that served as the inspiration for the now iconic mid-engine NSX supercar. 11:26 Acura Integra Type S HRC acuranews.com/en-US/releases/acura-debuts-integra-type-s-hrc-prototype-at-monterey-car-week-showcasing-potential-line-of-hrc-performance-parts This build could be easily labeled as the most extreme Integra up to date. The sports sedan got an upgraded engine, suspension, and other vitals to be properly prepared for setting track records.

Added 13 Jul 2026