The Honda Elevate is Honda's first foray back into the compact SUV market by providing consumers with a car that offers a focus on providing maximum space, comfort and usability each and every day. The Elevate shares its platform with the City and lends itself to being something that feels familiar but also offers something new - a good blend of practicality and refinements. The car provides consumers with Honda's clean design language, an ample cabin and a naturally aspirated petrol engine that is designed to provide a smooth drive rather than an aggressive drive. When driving around town, the Honda Elevate is easy to control with its light steering and excellent visibility. When you take it onto the highway, it has the ability to settle into a relaxed cruising mode without any fuss. The Elevate provides a comfortable ride even over bumpier road surfaces because it has excellent ground clearance. The interior is spacious enough to carry 5 adults and has a large cargo area for family travels, along with a simple, yet functional layout for all necessary travel essentials. If you are looking for an SUV that has a no-frills approach and focuses on comfort, reliability and everyday convenience, then the Honda Elevate certainly meets those expectations. Especially in the used vehicle market, where it is more value-oriented.
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 1498 |
| Max power (bhp) | 119 bhp@6600rpm |
| Gear box | CVT |
| Max torque (Nm) | 145 Nm@4300rpm |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 16.92 |
| Fuel Type | petrol |
| Spacious cabin with excellent rear legroom | |
| Large 458-litre boot for family travel | |
| Six airbags standard across all variants | |
| Honda Sensing ADAS on higher trims |
| Popular Variants | On-Road Price*in Delhi |
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The Honda Elevate does not attempt to create an entirely new version of the compact SUV. Instead, it aims to get the fundamentals correct. The Elevate has a solid and dependable feel while driving, as well as providing comfort that families will appreciate. The car does not have a sporty feel or appear aggressive; however, it gets high scores for usability and reliability. As an everyday vehicle, it has a laidback and relaxing vibe, which is exactly what most people are looking for in their next vehicle.
| Design | 4/5 | |
| Paint Quality | 4/5 | |
| Panel Gaps | 4/5 |
| Design | 4/5 | |
| Space | 4/5 | |
| Comfort | 4/5 |
| No. of Airbags | 6 | |
| Features | 4/5 |
| Stability | 4/5 | |
| Eng. Response | 4/5 | |
| Clutch & Gears | 4/5 |
| Pros | Spacious cabin with excellent rear seat comfort | Smooth and reliable petrol engine | High ground clearance for Indian roads | Large boot for family use |
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| Cons | No diesel engine option | CVT feels sluggish during quick overtakes | Interior design feels a bit plain | No turbo petrol for enthusiasts |
"I love the Honda Elevate features like the panoramic sunroof, wireless Apple CarPlay, and premium interiors. The seats are very comfortable for long journeys. The only thing missing is a diesel option."
"I’ve been driving the Honda Elevate for months, and it’s been excellent for my daily office commute as well as highway drives. Good visibility, comfortable seating, and reliable performance make it a great all-rounder."
"The Honda Elevate offers a smooth drive, excellent ground clearance, and impressive mileage for a petrol SUV. The cabin is spacious, the features are modern, and the ride quality is great for both city traffic and long road trips."
"At its price in India, the Honda Elevate offers a perfect mix of comfort, safety, and features. It’s ideal for family use, with a spacious cabin and enough boot space for weekend trips."
"The Honda Elevate interior feels premium, and the dashboard layout is simple yet functional. The petrol engine is refined, and the CVT is smooth in traffic. Mileage is decent for a car of this size."
The Honda Elevate is offered in four main variants in India, SV, V, VX, and ZX — with both manual and CVT automatic transmission options. Each variant offers a different set of features and comfort enhancements.