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Honda Elevate User Reviews

3.5/5
10 Ratings | 6 Reviews

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The Honda Elevate uses a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 121hp and 145Nm. It is available with a six-speed manual or a CVT automatic, with the latter better suited to buyers who spend most of their time in traffic. The new Elevate retains this powertrain rather than introducing a new engine option.

Key facts for the Elevate:

  • The 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 121hp and 145Nm.
  • Gearbox options are a six-speed manual and a CVT automatic.
  • The SUV measures 4,312mm long, 1,790mm wide and 1,650mm tall, with a 2,650mm wheelbase.
  • Ground clearance is 220mm.
  • Boot space is 458 litres.
  • Safety tech includes Honda Sensing ADAS (Level 2), which now gets a Low-Speed Follow function, along with Honda’s LaneWatch camera and a 360-degree camera on the ZX+.
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Pankaj•4 Nov 2026
4/5

Bought the ZX CVT Black Edition. It's a practical SUV choice. I considered Creta and Seltos but chose Elevate for long-term ownership. Drawbacks are high NVH levels and lack of ventilated seats. Honda should improve marketing and add more features.

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User•2 Nov 2026
5/5

Excellent family SUV. I switched from Honda City to the Elevate CVT-AT, top model. Driven over 1.5 Lakh KM. Ground clearance, safety, material strength, and control switches are great. Petrol mileage about 15 km. ADAS performs excellently. Some improvements needed: armrest redesign, rear seat base length, and better online publicity.

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Sherief Khan•8 Oct 2026
4/5

Overall a nicely balanced vehicle to drive with peace and comfort. No unnecessary features and a smooth rider in both city and highway. So far having a good experience for the last 10months since I purchased it.

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V Reddy•24 Sept 2026
1/5

Nvh to high.boxy cabin.one can feel the minor jerks and road bumps inside the cabin

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Kartik•24 Sept 2026
1/5

I have ZX CVT 2024 model, it has NHV issue and water enters cabin from doors. Even after visiting ASC, still issue hasn't been solved. So please avoid this car.

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CHIRANJEEVI•24 Sept 2026
4/5

Need to impure the NVH, rare seat comfort, large infotainment system , classy Steering

Honda Elevate Expert Reviews

We like

  • Spacious cabin with large, well-cushioned seats that are comfortable even on long drives

  • Well-shaped 458-litre boot offers enough room for the entire family's luggage

  • 220mm ground clearance and long-travel suspension handle bad roads with ease

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We don't like

  • CVT makes the engine noisy and creates a rubber-band effect when accelerating hard

  • Road and tyre noise are quite noticeable inside the cabin at highway speeds.

  • Feature list falls short of rivals, especially on top-spec versions

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•2w

Dear Team Autocar, I am planning to buy a mid-size petrol automatic SUV and have a monthly running of around 500km. I am currently considering the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Neodrive G, Honda Elevate and Mahindra Scorpio. I have come across several online reports suggesting that a facelifted Toyota Hyryder could be launched soon. Could you confirm whether this is likely and, if so, provide an approximate launch timeline? I would also appreciate your guidance on choosing a vehicle that offers a low cost of ownership, affordable maintenance and better fuel efficiency. Thank you in advance for your suggestions.

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•2d

The Toyota Hyryder facelift is still some time away. While there are reports suggesting an update in 2027, we haven't seen a convincing indication of an imminent launch, and there is no confirmed timeline from Toyota.We would suggest considering the current Toyota Hyryder Petrol G(O) Neodrive AT rather than waiting indefinitely. The 1.5-litre petrol engine and six-speed torque converter automatic make for a reliable, easy-to-own package, and with your relatively low monthly running of 500km. The Honda Elevate CVT is also worth considering if you prioritise a smoother drive and a more spacious cabin.The current Hyryder is also attracting attractive discounts, which are unlikely to be available on the facelift when it first arrives. Our advice would be to negotiate hard on the current model and buy it if you get a good deal, rather than wait for an update that is still some distance away.

VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
VehicleHonda Elevate
•1w

improve the grammar and write it in a paragraph - Hi Autocar, Iam looking to book a car this week. I have narrowed it down to one of 3 cars. Petrol Automatic IVTs. My running is mostly going to be 95% city (office to work in Mumbai traffic). Daily commute is around 15km, so I don't want a turbo in traffic. That's roughly 5k annual running. I am 6ft tall so wouldn't want something that is cramped 1. New Seltos HTK(O) 2. New elevate VX 3. Bayon HX 8 All of these are close to the 16L ex showroom price. I've driven the Seltos and Elevate. I really liked both of them. The Seltos feels more premium from the inside and I feel like that is something worth having in a daily car. The elevate is brilliant, but it seems cheap on the inside. No pani sunroof too, although I would maybe use it 1 day in year, it's priced the same as the Seltos, so that felt a miss. I know Honda engines are top, but at my running and limited enthusiast journey, I'm not sure if that does justice to need. Now comes the bayon. I have not done a test drive yet as its not available, but the bayon pricing at Hx6 and hx8 seems very close to the Creta currently.. I am tempted to go for the hx8 as it as a 360 camera,( I think that might be usefull for parking etc as I am coming from a hatchback ) but I am getting a "lesser car" vs the Seltos here I wonder.. Which one would you recommend? I am keen on booking before diwali, will see if there are any discounts on the Seltos (unlikey though)

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•4d

All things considered, the Kia Seltos is the better fit for your needs. Since you are on the taller side, you will appreciate the extra room it has to offer compared to the Hyundai Bayon. Opting for the Bayon does get you a higher variant with a 360-degree camera, which can be helpful in tight spots. However, once you get used to the size of the vehicle, you might find yourself using the camera less often.As for the Honda Elevate, as you rightly mentioned, the Seltos feels more premium inside and costs about the same. The Elevate does offer a bit more performance from its 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, but since 95% of your driving is in slow-moving Mumbai traffic, the added performance won't really make much of a difference.Overall, the Seltos is the right fit for your needs.

VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleHyundai Bayon
VehicleHonda Elevate
•1w

Honda's domestic sales grew in october despite a decline in overall sales. People are buying Honda too much, is it because of Elevate mainly?

•1w

Hi Autocar, I am looking to book a car this week. I have narrowed it down to one of 3 cars, all petrol automatic IVTs. My running is mostly 95% in the city (office commute in Mumbai traffic). My daily commute is around 15 km, so I don't want a turbo engine for bumper-to-bumper traffic. That comes out to roughly 5,000 km in annual running. I am 6 feet tall, so I wouldn't want something that feels cramped. New Seltos HTK+(O) New Elevate VX Bayon HX8 All of these are close to the Rs. 16 lakh ex-showroom price mark. I've driven the Seltos and the Elevate, and I really liked both of them. The Seltos feels more premium on the inside, which I feel is a feature worth having in a daily driver. The Elevate is brilliant, but it feels a bit cheap on the inside. It also lacks a panoramic sunroof; although I might use it only one day a year, given that it's priced the same as the Seltos, it feels like a miss. I know Honda engines are top-notch, but given my limited running and lack of driving enthusiast priorities, I'm not sure if that does justice to my needs. Now comes the Bayon. I haven't done a test drive yet as it is not available, but the Bayon pricing at the HX6 and HX8 trims seems very close to the Creta. I am tempted to go for the HX8 as it offers a 360-degree camera (which I think might be useful for parking since I am upgrading from a hatchback), but I wonder if I am getting a 'lesser car' compared to the Seltos. Which one would you recommend? I am keen on booking before Diwali and will see if there are any discounts on the Seltos (unlikely, though).

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•1w

We would suggest going ahead with the Kia Seltos HTK(O) IVT. Given that you have already driven it and liked its cabin, it should make for a more satisfying daily companion. This Kia car feels more premium inside than both the Honda Elevate and the Hyundai Bayon, which is something you are likely to appreciate given your predominantly city usage. The naturally aspirated petrol engine and IVT combination should also work well in Mumbai traffic. This Honda car is a good alternative, particularly for its spacious cabin and refined engine, but its interiors do feel less premium.

VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleHonda Elevate
VehicleHyundai Bayon
•1w

My budget is around Rs 20 lakh, and I’m based in Bangalore. The car will be used for a mix of city and highway driving, with an approximate usage split of 60:40. Since this will be my first car, my priorities, in order, are comfort, long-term reliability, driving dynamics and overall cost of ownership, including fuel efficiency and maintenance. My current shortlist includes the Renault Duster Hybrid, Honda Elevate CVT and Kia Seltos IVT. Which of these would be the best choice for my requirements?

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•1w

Considering your requirements, the Renault Duster hybrid will be a good choice for you. The hybrid Duster is the most powerful car against its rivals and is genuinely impressive to drive and handle. The new Duster also gets FDD (Frequency Dependent Dampers) that improve ride and handling. What also works well is the multi-mode gearbox that gives it smooth performance in the city and stable and refined driving on the highway. Being a strong hybrid, its efficiency is also much better in comparison to the Honda Elevate and the Kia Seltos. The Duster also has a 7 year warranty for the car and an 8 year warranty for the battery adding peace of mind. The only downside maybe Renaults service network which isn't as established as Honda or Kia. However, if there is a showroom near you, this should not be a problem.

VehicleRenault Duster
VehicleHonda Elevate
VehicleKia Seltos