lineup with the introduction of a brand-new SUV. The company revealed the all-new Honda Elevate in India today,
making it the third addition to Honda’s product range in the country, joining the City and Amaze. Let’s take a closer look at what sets this new SUV apart.
Design and Features:
The design of the Honda Elevate SUV bears a resemblance to the HR-V and CR-V models, which are already popular in the global market.
With its robust appearance and a length of approximately 4.3 meters, the SUV exudes a strong presence.
As expected from a Honda vehicle, it boasts an array of features. Notable features include a digital instrument cluster with Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems),
a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with connected car functionality.
Additionally, the Elevate SUV comes equipped with various safety features such as ABS, six airbags,
hill hold assist, EBD, unauthorized access alert, rear seatbelt reminder, vehicle stability assist, and emergency stop.
Powertrain:
The new Honda Elevate SUV utilizes the powertrain from Honda’s mid-size sedan, the City.
It is equipped with a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine, capable of generating 121 Bhp of power.
The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a CVT transmission.
Furthermore, customers also have the option of a 1.5-liter Atkinson cycle petrol engine with strong hybrid technology, coupled with an e-CVT transmission.
Pricing:
The Honda Elevate SUV has been officially unveiled today and is expected to hit the market in August this year.
The exact pricing details will be announced during the launch. However, the anticipated ex-showroom price range for this mid-size SUV is between Rs 10 lakh and Rs 18 lakh.
Competitors:
In the Indian market, the new Honda Elevate SUV will directly compete with popular models such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara.
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara offers a 1.5-liter petrol engine with mild hybrid and strong hybrid powertrain options.
