Honda, a renowned automobile manufacturer, has made a powerful comeback in the SUV segment with the global unveiling of its latest offering, the Honda Elevate. The much-anticipated event took place in New Delhi, marking Honda’s re-entry into the SUV market in India. With Elevate, Honda aims to capture the hearts of SUV enthusiasts by offering an impressive combination of design, features, and performance. Let’s delve into the details of this exciting new SUV.
Design and Dimensions
The Honda Elevate boasts a stylish design that bears a resemblance to the popular CR-V sold overseas. With a length of 4,312mm, a width of 1,790mm, a height of 1,650mm, and a wheelbase of 2,650mm, the Elevate is similar in size to the well-known Creta SUV. It features a prominent grille, sleek LED headlights, and flared wheel arches with sturdy plastic cladding, giving it a robust and commanding appearance. The rear of the Elevate exhibits distinctive wraparound tail-lights connected by a red bar, adding to its overall appeal.
Interior and Features
Stepping inside the Elevate, you’ll find a spacious cabin equipped with a range of modern features. The highlight is a free-standing 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, offering seamless connectivity and entertainment options. While the Elevate comes with a single-pane sunroof, some of its competitors provide panoramic sunroofs.
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Nevertheless, it compensates with a 7-inch semi-digital instrument cluster, lane-watch camera, wireless charging, wireless smartphone integration (supporting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), and a rear parking camera. Honda has also incorporated its advanced Sensing ADAS suite into the Elevate, including features like collision mitigation braking, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and more, ensuring safety and convenience on the road.
Powertrain and Platform
The Honda Elevate is built on the Global Small Car platform, which has proven its reliability and versatility in the Honda City sedan. Under the hood, the Elevate is powered by a 1.5-liter, four-cylinder petrol engine, producing 121 horsepower and 145 Nm of torque. The power is transmitted to the front wheels through a choice of a 6-speed manual or a CVT transmission. Excitingly, Honda has also confirmed plans to introduce an electric powertrain option for the Elevate within the next three years, showcasing their commitment to sustainable mobility.
Competition and Expectations
As the Honda Elevate enters the fiercely competitive midsize SUV segment in India, it faces tough rivals such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, MG Astor, and the upcoming Citroen C3 Aircross. Honda’s re-entry into the SUV market is a strategic move to expand its presence and cater to the growing demand for SUVs in India.
The pricing of Elevate will be a crucial factor in its success, considering the intense competition and the established market shares of its competitors. Honda is expected to announce the pricing details in the coming months, and it’s an eagerly awaited moment for potential buyers and SUV enthusiasts.
