I have been using a Honda City i-VTEC for the last 14 years, and now I want to switch to a new car. I am confused about whether I should go for the newer City or the Elevate. I don’t want to consider Hyundai, as I am very unhappy with my i10 Nios. Within the first year, it has developed noise issues, and the service center has been unable to find the root cause.

Autocar India

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Your usage should determine which Honda you go for, as the City and Elevate are mechanically identical. Both are powered by a 121hp, 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that can be had with either a 6-speed manual or a CVT automatic and are similar in terms of driving experience.

If you're going to be primarily using the car in the city and if you are chauffeur-driven, go for the Honda City as it has a more comfortable rear seat and being smaller, it is easier to drive in the city. The City also benefits from a larger boot than the Elevate.

However, if you want the elevated driving position of an SUV, the added practicality, more ground clearance, easier ingress/egress to the cabin and a more robust suspension, go for the Honda Elevate.

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Adit Vaidya

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I am planning to upgrade from my existing car (Baleno) to an SUV. My budget is around 15 to 18 lakhs. I am confused between the Honda Elevate automatic and the Hyundai Creta automatic.

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Pick the Hyundai Creta S(O) CVT. It falls within your Rs 15-18 lakh budget and has a smoother powertrain and a more premium, refined cabin than the Honda Elevate.The Creta's 115hp, 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is more refined than the Elevate's, and its CVT auto gearbox is more seamless, so it feels easier and more relaxing to drive in the city. The Creta also offers a comfortable ride quality, which helps on the highway. Plus, the S (O) variant is equipped with all necessary comfort, convenience and safety features. You'll also be backed by Hyundai's aftersales network, which is more widespread than Honda's in our country.The one thing you give up is the outright boot volume. The Creta offers around 433 litres, while the Elevate is roughly 458 litres, and the Elevate also has a higher 220mm ground clearance.

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I am confused in the segment of Mahindra 3XO and Honda Elevate. I am not very inclined on unnecessary features but more towards functional features like powerful aircon, decent mileage, good power and torque. Budget under 15 lacs on road in Pune. Please suggest the best option

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For your requirements of strong performance, functional features and staying within a Rs15 lakh on-road budget, the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX7 1.2 TGDi manual variant makes a strong case. Its turbo petrol engine offers significantly more torque, which makes it feel more responsive in everyday driving and especially useful for overtakes with passengers on board. It also comes across as the more energetic and effortless car to drive, which aligns well with your focus on usable performance.That said, the Honda Elevate takes a different approach. Its naturally aspirated petrol engine is not as punchy, but it is smooth, predictable and easy to live with over the long term. It also offers a larger cabin and much better boot space, which adds to practicality if you travel with luggage frequently.So the choice depends on your priority. If you want stronger performance and a more responsive driving experience within your budget, the 3XO is the better fit. If you prefer a more relaxed, smooth and spacious car with a focus on long-term ease of ownership, the Elevate makes more sense.

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My budget is ₹16-18 lakh, and I am looking for a car mainly for highway driving (around 12,000 km per year) with good mileage. I am considering the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder and Honda Elevate. Which one would be more suitable for long-term ownership, better resale value, and fuel efficiency? Also, which variant of both cars should I consider, and is it worth waiting for a facelift?

Autocar India

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Since you are comparing the Honda Elevate with the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, we assume you are looking at the naturally aspirated engine of the latter and not the hybrid. Between the two, go with the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder; it should offer better efficiency and resale value than the Honda Elevate.In our real-world testing, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.5 petrol AT (essentially a badge-engineered Hyryder) delivered 15.3kpl on the highway and 11.6kpl in the city. This was slightly higher than the 13.10kpl highway and 10.85kpl city figures we recorded in the Elevate CVT. Resale value in India for Toyotas is also typically better than for Hondas.The one thing you give up is boot space; the Hyryder offers around 355 litres, while the Elevate has a more generous 458-litre boot. If you often travel with a lot of luggage, then the Elevate may be the better choice.On the test drive, reset the trip computer and check fuel efficiency with your driving style, and ensure the boot is large enough for your needs.

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