Honda had launched the Elevate mid-sized SUV in the country in September 2023. The SUV is available in 4 variants and is offered in the price bracket of Rs 11 lakh to Rs 16 lakh (ex-showroom). The Honda Elevate is fairly equipped with some advanced features including advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), sunroof, a large touchscreen infotainment system, lane watch assist and a wireless phone charging. However, it misses out on some premium features that are accessible in most of its rivals.
The Honda Elevate misses out on the panoramic sunroof and the ventilated seats, which are available in its direct rivals including the Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos. The company has understand the high demand for these features and is now offering several features as accessories. Honda Elevate owners can add ventilated seats with massage function as an accessory for an additional cost of Rs 6,000. This comes as a strap-on seat cover, which can be connected via the 12V charging socket.
Its direct rivals, the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara/Toyota Hyryder, and Skoda Kushaq/VW Taigun are equipped with built-in seat ventilation function. The top-spec variant of the Elevate is equipped with features like ADAS, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 6 airbags, leatherette upholstery, auto dimming IRVM, wireless phone charging, a single-pane sunroof, 17-inch dual-tone alloys and LaneWatch camera.
The Honda Elevate is powered by a tried & tested 1.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine that powers the City sedan. This engine churns out a maximum power output of 121PS and 145Nm of peak torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual and a CVT automatic.
