Honda Elevate vs Tata Harrier

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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1498 cc
1956 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Diesel

Pure Electric Driving Mode

Gearbox Type

CVT
Torque Converter

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Max Engine Power

121hp at 6600 rpm
170 hp at 3750 rpm

Max Engine Torque

145Nm at 4300 rpm

Number of Gears

6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Lockable Differential/s

Fuel & Performance

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

Official Fuel Economy

16.92 kmpl

Autocar Tested City Mileage

8.6 kmpl

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

13.1 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

40 litres
50 litres

Autocar Tested Mileage

10.85 kmpl

User Reported Mileage

24.22 kmpl

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail

Drive Mode Types

Multiple

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Nonindependent, Torsion Beam
Semi Independent Twist Blade

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Turning Radius

5.2 m

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
19 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/55 R17
245/55 R19

Rear Tyre Size

215/55 R17
245/55 R19

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

N/A
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4312 mm
4605 mm

Width

1790 mm
1922 mm

Height

1650 mm
1718 mm

Wheelbase

2650 mm
2741 mm

Ground Clearance

220 mm

Kerb Weight

1258 kg

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

458 litres
445 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
Fully Digital

Rear Power Outlet

Rear Reading Lamp

Driving Modes

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Driver Armrest Storage

Door Pockets

Remote Locking

Electric Tailgate Release

Dead Pedal

Roof Grab Handles

Cup Holders

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Cooled Storage

Cooled Glovebox

Climate Control

1-zone
2-zone

12 Volt Port

Rear Parcel Tray

Rear AC Vents

Push Button Start

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Powered Tailgate

Yes (Gesture Control)

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Front Seatback Pockets

Glove Box

Hands-free Boot Opening

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Interior Lamps

Launch Control

Keyless Entry

Sunroof

Single Pane
Panoramic

Sunglass Holder

Third Row AC Vents

Cabin Boot Access

Trunk Light

Auto Parking

Ambient Lighting

Bottle Holder in Doors

Utility Recess On Dashboard

Bluetooth Connectivity

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Vehicle to load (V2L)

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only with Light

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only

Cooled Cup Holders

Comfort Headrest

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

Heated ORVM

Foldable Seatback Table

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Acoustic Windshield

Accessory Power Outlet

12 Volt Port Boot

Safety

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Side Airbag

Central Locking

Brake Disc Wiping

Seat Belt Warning

Child Safety Lock

Curtain Airbag

Speed Assist System

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Dashcam

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Brake Assist (BA)

Boot Open Warning

Blind Spot Monitor

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Automatic Wipers

Traction Control

Traffic Sign Recognition

Automatic Headlamps

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Anti Theft Alarm

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
Driver's Window Only

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Video Recording

Airbags

6
7

Adaptive Cruise Control

Overspeed Warning

Rear Defogger

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Electronic Stability Control

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Front Collision Avoidance

Passenger Airbag

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Rollover Protection System

Heads Up Display

High Beam Assist

Hill Descent Control

Hill Start Assist

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Lane Keep Assist

Rear Washer/Wiper

Lane Departure Avoidance

Door Ajar Warning

Driver Airbag

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Dual Tone Horn

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

Road Departure Mitigation System

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Driver Attention Warning

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Brake Fade Support

Exterior

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Scuff Plates

Stop Lamp

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Headlight Height Adjuster

ORVM turn indicators

Connected LED

Illuminated Logo

Spoiler

Cornering Headlights

LED taillights

LED headlamps

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

LED fog lamps

Projector Headlamps

LED DRLs

Front Fog Lamps

Puddle Lamps

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Rub Strips

Roof Rails

Body Coloured Bumpers

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Wheel Arch Cladding

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

Sequential Turn Indicators

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured

Cornering Foglamps

Interior

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Trip Meter

Gear Indicator

Average Fuel Consumption

Head-up Display

Average Speed

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Shift Indicator

Low Fuel Level Warning

Distance to Empty

Instantaneous Consumption

Massage Seats

Adjustable Front Headrests

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Individual Chairs at Rear

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Heated Seats

Driver's Seat Memory

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Third Row Seats Split

Third Row Seats Fold

Third Row Seats

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Ottoman Seats

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Soft Touch Dashboard

Soft Touch Door Trim

Entertainment

Wireless Phone Charging

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Speakers

8
10

Steering Audio Controls

Voice Commands

Alexa

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based

Rear Entertainment Screens

USB Input

Steering Phone Controls

Touchpad

Gesture Controls

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Display

10.25-inch Touchscreen
14.5-inch Touchscreen

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Inbuilt Music App

CD Player

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Audio System

AUX Input

Branded Music System

JBL

Second Row USB port

Type A and Type C

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

Front Passenger Screen

Front USB port

Type A and Type C

Connected Car Features

Find My Car

Tow Away Alert

Auto Crash Alert

Emergency Call Button

SOS Button

Vehicle Tracking Via App

Phone App

Over the air (OTA) updates

Google/Alexa connectivity

Alexa Compatibility

Low Battery Warning

Location Based Services

Live Traffic Updates On App

Home to Car Connectivity

Remote AC On / Off via App

Check Vehicle Status via App

Smart Drive Information

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

Digital Key

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

App Details

E-Call & I-Call

Anti Theft Immobilisation

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

Summon Mode

Driving Analytics

Find and Book Parking Slot

In Car Payment

Geo Fence

Remote Engine Start/Stop

Live Location Sharing

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

Questions you may find useful

11w

I am confused between the Honda Elevate and the Tata Harrier Diesel base variant. My usage is around 60% city driving and 40% highway driving. At the same time, I also want a car that is enjoyable to drive and feels engaging behind the wheel. Could you please advise which one would be the better option considering driving experience, comfort, maintenance costs, long-term ownership, and overall value for money? Also, would it make sense to wait for any upcoming updates or facelifts before making a decision?

Verified
11w

The Honda Elevate manual/CVT seems to be the better fit for you. It feels light and easy in traffic, the petrol motor is smooth, and the steering is quite light, so daily drives are calmer. It also costs less to buy, and its routine service is likely to be cheaper than a big diesel. On the highway, it stays steady and performance is strong, so it feels friendly and confident.The Tata Harrier diesel base is great if most of your use is on wide highways. But in the city, it feels big, the manual needs more clutch work, parking is harder, and overall, it isn't as easy to drive as the Honda.If you can wait, the Elevate facelift is expected in the second half of 2026. If not, pick the outgoing version.

VehicleHonda Elevate
VehicleTata Harrier
16w

I am looking to buy a new SUV and have considered options like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, Tata Sierra, Tata Harrier, Mahindra XUV 7XO, and the new Renault Duster. I have test-driven all of them and found the Creta to be the most comfortable, though it feels slightly outdated. The Elevate also seems to lack some modern features and feels a bit dated. The Kushaq/Taigun feel slightly small for five occupants, which is a concern. I really enjoyed driving the new Duster, but rear seat comfort seemed to be an issue. This car will be my primary vehicle for weekly Jaipur–Delhi trips and occasional long drives, while city usage will mostly be handled by my secondary car (Volkswagen Polo diesel). Based on this, which SUV should I choose, and which engine option would you recommend?

Verified
15w

If you found the Hyundai Creta the most comfortable but too dated, the obvious answer is the new Kia Seltos. It gives you that same relaxed, easy-going ride but is more spacious than the Creta and feels more modern and upmarket inside, which will make your frequent Jaipur-Delhi runs nicer to live with.Given your usage is mainly highway with the Polo handling city duty, we would strongly recommend the 1.5 turbo-petrol Seltos. It has a strong mid-range punch, plenty of torque for effortless overtakes, and cruises very comfortably, which is exactly what you want for long, fast runs.The new Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun and Renault Duster are all very good to drive on the highway and dynamically more engaging, but as you’ve noticed, their rear seats are tighter for three adults across, and that’s a compromise on long trips with family. That’s where the Seltos scores: it strikes the best balance between space, comfort and a properly fresh cabin.

VehicleHyundai Creta
VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleSkoda Kushaq
VehicleVolkswagen Taigun
VehicleRenault Duster
16w

Hi, I have been following Autocar’s Q&A section closely and find it very insightful. I am currently exploring options for my next car, although I do not plan to purchase 2027. The new Renault Duster (2026), especially the 1.3 Turbo variant, has really caught my attention, and I am keen to take a test drive. My primary usage will be city driving, with occasional long-distance trips. Since this will be my first new car purchase, there is also an emotional aspect attached to it. I really like the interiors of the Kia Seltos, although I am not a fan of its exterior design. I was also excited about the Tata Sierra, but I was somewhat disappointed after seeing it in person. The Tata Curvv, particularly the petrol (Hyperion) variant, seems more appealing in comparison. Overall, the new Duster stands out to me, and I have yet to find any major drawbacks with it. On the other hand, my wife prefers the Tata Harrier for its strong road presence and overall appeal, but I am unsure if it justifies the higher cost for a small family of two (plus a dog). What would you advise in this situation? I have seen you advise the Honda Elevate to a lot of people who mention that city driving is the majority. Also, since my purchase is planned for 2027, do you expect more suitable options to be available in this segment by then?

Verified
16w

By 2027, you’ll have far more options to choose from, including (but not limited to) the Nissan Tekton (a Duster-equivalent), the next-gen Hyundai Creta, Honda’s new electric SUV, and several new-generation Mahindra SUVs. Do write in when you’re in the market for a new car with your exact requirements, and we’ll help solve your car-buying conundrum.

VehicleNissan Tekton