Honda Elevate SUV: A Detailed Look at Features and Design
The Honda Elevate is a new SUV designed to offer a blend of style, comfort, and performance. This compact SUV stands out with its muscular design and range of features. Let’s take a closer look at what the Honda Elevate offers.
Meet the Honda Elevate Variants
The Honda Elevate comes in four different models: SV, V, VX, and ZX. The ZX is the top model. The car comes with a smart key that has lock and unlock buttons, and a Honda logo on the back.
Bold and Muscular Exterior Design
The Honda Elevate has a strong and muscular look from every angle, making it stand out on the road.
Striking Front Look
The front of the Elevate features full LED headlights with integrated Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), giving it a sleek appearance. Functional indicators are also present. White LED fog lamps are included. The lower grille is black with a silver finish, adding to its muscular look. Large skid plates and sump guards are also visible. This SUV offers a high ground clearance of 220 millimeters, which is the most in its segment. Dual wipers and windshield washer placement are also seen. On the roof, there is a sunroof and silver-finished roof rails.
Dynamic Side Profile
From the side, the Honda Elevate maintains its muscular stance. It offers an unlimited kilometer warranty, which can be extended for an extra cost. The car features 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels. The side mirrors are body-colored, auto-foldable, and include integrated indicators. A camera is also placed on the left side mirror for added safety when turning. The B-pillar has a matte black finish, and chrome garnish can be seen along the side profile.
Distinctive Rear View
The rear of the Honda Elevate also looks very muscular. It is available in various colors including White, Orange, Red, Blue, Silver, and Grey. While it has many features, the car does not come with a diesel engine option or a panoramic sunroof. The overall look from the back is strong and like a true SUV. The dimensions are 4312mm in length, 1790mm in width, and 1650mm in height. The VX model is discussed, and the ZX model adds ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) features.
At the center of the rear, there is a large Honda logo and an integrated spoiler. The “Elevate” badge is on the right side. Reflectors are visible on the left side. The bumper has a dual-tone design. An i-VTEC petrol engine badge is also present. The rear suspension setup, a towing option, and the exhaust pipe on the right side complete the rear design.
Practical and Spacious Boot
The Honda Elevate offers a segment-best boot space of 458 liters. Inside the boot, there is a yellow boot light and a hook for hanging bags. The rear seats can be folded in a 60:40 split for more cargo room. The spare wheel, which is a normal steel rim, is placed below, and the toolkit is neatly arranged. A large parcel tray is also present.
Comfortable and Feature-Rich Interior
The interior of the Honda Elevate is designed for comfort and convenience, both for passengers and the driver.
Spacious Rear Seating
The rear cabin features dual-tone door trims. The door opener has a grey finish. Tweeters, power window controls, bottle holders, and speakers are integrated into the doors. Rear passengers get AC vents and a 12-volt charging outlet for their devices. The legroom is ample, making it comfortable for passengers. Pockets are also provided in the seatbacks. The VX model, being the second-top variant, is highlighted. The car has a regular-sized sunroof. Two headrests are provided, but they are not adjustable. An armrest is not available in this variant. ISOFIX child seat mounts are included for safety. All seats are covered in fabric, offering good quality and width. Three 3-point seatbelts are available for rear occupants. Two people can sit comfortably, while a third might find it a bit snug, which is common in this segment.
Driver-Focused Front Cabin
The Honda Elevate comes with a smart key that allows for automatic unlocking by just grabbing the door handle. The front door trim includes controls for all four power windows, lock/unlock buttons, and ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirror) adjustments. The door opener has a grey finish, and tweeters, speakers, and bottle holders are also present.
The dashboard has a unique color that helps hide dust and dirt. Glossy black finishes are found in the center. The front seats are fabric, with options for height adjustment and recline. The car features a manual transmission with ABC pedals and a dead pedal. Levers for opening the fuel lid and bonnet are conveniently placed. Switches for traction control and headlight level adjustment are also present.
The instrument cluster is fully digital with adjustable brightness. The multi-function steering wheel has controls for audio, calls, and voice commands. Cruise control is not available in the VX variant. The steering wheel offers a good grip and can be adjusted for both tilt and telescopic positions. Automatic headlights and wipers are included.
The car is equipped with a touchscreen infotainment system that supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, and AUX connectivity. It also displays the reverse parking camera feed. The AC vents are finished in black. A hazard light switch is included. The fully automatic climate control system has buttons for defogger, mode change, and a Max Cool option. From the VX variant onwards, a wireless charging pad is provided, along with two USB ports and a 12-volt charging outlet (which can be turned on or off). Two glass holders are placed near the six-speed manual transmission, which is surrounded by a glossy black finish. A handbrake and an armrest with storage space are also present. The glove box offers normal storage space but does not have a cooling function.
The IRVM (Inside Rear View Mirror) is manually adjustable. White LED roof lights are provided, and controls for the sunroof are located nearby. The sunroof is of a regular size. One sun visor has a vanity mirror, while the other is plain.
Engine Performance and Advanced Safety
The Honda Elevate is designed with both performance and safety in mind.
Powerful Petrol Engine
The Honda Elevate is powered by a 1.5-liter i-VTEC petrol engine. This engine delivers 121 PS of power and 145 Nm of torque. It is paired with a six-speed manual transmission. The car offers a mileage of 15.31 kilometers per liter.
Comprehensive Safety Features
For safety, the Honda Elevate includes ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), six airbags, reverse parking sensors, a reverse parking camera, traction control, VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist), a speed alert system, seat belt reminders, an engine immobilizer, and a crash sensor. A notable safety feature is the left turn camera, which shows the left side view on the infotainment screen when turning.
Price and Conclusion
The Honda Elevate VX Manual Petrol model has an ex-showroom price of around ₹13.81 Lakhs. The on-road price in Lucknow is approximately ₹16.60 Lakhs.
The Honda Elevate stands out in its segment with its excellent features and highest ground clearance. It offers a complete package for those looking for a capable and stylish SUV.
