Honda Elevate price in Sarangarh-Bilaigarh

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Whether it is worth paying the premium for a Honda Elevate over the Skoda Kylaq purely depends on your use case.The Skoda Kylaq will appeal to those buyers who want a (relatively) compact car that's enjoyable to drive. It is well-built and has a strong 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine with a responsive 6-speed torque converter automatic that complements its taut chassis and excellent ride-handling balance. Being a sub-4-meter offering, it also falls in a lower tax bracket compared to the Elevate; hence it is more affordable too.The Honda Elevate, on the other hand, is a larger car with more rear seat space and a bigger boot, which makes a difference for buyers who regularly travel with family and/or luggage. The price difference is not just for the engine; it is for the overall package, including space, comfort, higher ground clearance and Honda’s reputation for long-term reliability.Also, do keep in mind that the Elevate's 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine is a proven, reliable unit, and the CVT makes the drive experience very seamless. The 1.5 NA engine's low-end pulling power is also stronger. Sure, at higher altitudes, the Kylaq's turbo-petrol engine is likely to lose less power than the Elevate's NA engine, but off-boost responses will feel noticeably duller because turbo lag in small-capacity turbo engines usually feels more pronounced. So both cars have their pros and cons while driving in hilly regions.You're also getting more features with the Elevate, like ADAS, a 360-degree camera and front and rear seat ventilation, which the Kylaq doesn't get.Lastly, as you go to higher-end segments, even though these might not offer outright value-for-money as offerings from lower segments, buyers are happy to pay the 'prestige' premium for driving a bigger car or a more luxurious car.

Skoda Kylaq

Honda Elevate

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Go for the Honda Elevate VX CVT. At 6ft, the driving position matters most to you, and that's where this Honda car wins. Its seat is upright, and there's plenty of headroom. The new Seltos's front seats, by comparison, feel a bit snug, and the seat base is short for taller drivers. For 20km a day in Mumbai traffic, get the CVT. It's smooth in stop-go conditions, and you won't miss working a clutch.The VX is the sweet spot in the range, and it costs about the same as the Kia Seltos HTK(O) CVT. The Honda Elevate facelift launched this week and fills many of the old car's equipment gaps. It also has a bigger boot than the Seltos.

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Kia Seltos

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Go for the Honda Elevate VX CVT. At 6ft, the driving position matters most to you, and that's where the Elevate wins. Its seat is upright, and there's plenty of headroom. The new Kia Seltos's front seats, by comparison, feel a bit snug, and the seat base is short for taller drivers. For 20km a day in Mumbai traffic, get the CVT. It's smooth in stop-go conditions, and you won't miss working a clutch.The VX is the sweet spot in the range, and it costs about the same as the Seltos HTK(O) CVT. The Elevate facelift launched this week and fills many of the old car's equipment gaps. It also has a bigger boot than the Kia car mentioned above.

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Go for the Hyundai Creta automatic. At 73, your priorities are clear: ease of use, comfort and a stress-free ownership experience. The Creta’s automatic gearbox is smoother and more refined than the Honda Elevate’s CVT, especially in stop-start traffic, and the overall ride quality is softer and more comfortable, which makes a real difference on longer journeys. The front seats are comfy, and the cabin feels more premium and better insulated from road noise.The Honda Elevate is a good car, but its CVT can feel strained under hard acceleration, and the ride is a bit firmer. Do note, however, that there is a completely new-generation Creta due in about 4 to 5 months' time, so we would recommend you wait for that if you can, or bargain hard for a good deal on the current car.

Hyundai Creta

Honda Elevate