Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Honda Elevate

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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Strong Hybrid Alpha+ (O) AT

19.62 lakh

Honda Elevate

Honda Elevate

ZX Plus Black Edition CVT

18.40 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
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Engine Displacement

1490 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol-Electric Hybrid
Petrol

Motor Type

AC Synchronous Motor
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Number of Motors

1
–

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

CVT
CVT

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

–

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

–

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

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Max Engine Power

92.45hp at 5500rpm
121 hp at 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

122Nm at 3800-4800
145 Nm at 4300 rpm

Combined Max Power

116hp
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Max Motor Power

80hp
–

Max Motor Torque

141Nm
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Fuel & Performance

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Terrain Modes

–

Auto Start/Stop

–

Official Fuel Economy

27.97 kmpl
16.61 kmpl

City Fuel Economy as Tested

23.77 kmpl
–

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

20.39 kmpl
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Fuel Tank Capacity

45 litres
40 litres

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Torsion Beam
Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

–

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
–

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

–

Turning Radius

5.4 m
5.2 m

Front Brakes

Discs
Ventilated Disc

Rear Brakes

Discs
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/60 R17
215/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

215/60 R17
215/55 R17

Wheels

Alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
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Dimensions

Length

4345 mm
4312 mm

Width

1795 mm
1790 mm

Height

1645 mm
1650 mm

Wheelbase

2600 mm
2650 mm

Kerb Weight

1285 kg
1226 - 1291 kg

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Doors

5
5

Boot Capacity

–
458 litres

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
–

Powered Tailgate

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Cup Holders

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Cabin Boot Access

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Bottle Holder in Doors

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Front Seatback Pockets

Roof Grab Handles

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Door Pockets

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Rear Window Sun Shades

–

Rear Reading Lamp

LED
–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only with Light

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Rear Parcel Tray

–

Trunk Light

Interior Lamps

Electric Tailgate Release

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding
Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
1-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

–

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

–

Rear Power Outlet

–

Sunroof

Panoramic
Single Pane

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

–

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

–

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Glove Box

–

Safety

Airbags

6
6

Dual Tone Horn

Door Ajar Warning

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Seat Belt Warning

Driver Airbag

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

–

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Speed Assist System

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Lane Keep Assist

Passenger Airbag

Overspeed Warning

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Heads Up Display

–

Front Collision Avoidance

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

High Beam Assist

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

–

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

–

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

–

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
–

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
–

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Projector Headlamps

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

ORVM turn indicators

LED DRLs

LED headlamps

LED fog lamps

LED taillights

Illuminated Logo

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Stop Lamp

Spoiler

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

–

Connected LED

Cornering Headlights

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Rub Strips

–

Scuff Plates

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Roof Rails

–

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Analogue

Tachometer

Digital
Analogue

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

–

Instantaneous Consumption

–

Gear Indicator

–

Shift Indicator

–

Head-up Display

–

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leather

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

–

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

–

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

–

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front & Rear

Heated Seats

–

Massage Seats

–

Front Seat Armrest

–

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
–

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

–

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual
–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Third Row Seats

–

Seat Count

5
5

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

–

Front USB port

Type A and Type C
Type C

Speakers

4
8

USB Input

–

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

–

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

9-inch Touchscreen
10.25 -inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

–

Web Browser

–

Video Player

–

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
–

Voice Commands

Alexa

Gesture Controls

–

Touchpad

–

Rear Entertainment Screens

–

Second Row USB port

–
2 Type C

Connected Car Features

Anti Theft Immobilisation

–

Find My Car

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Alexa Compatibility

Driving Analytics

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Geo Fence

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Phone App

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Remote Engine Start/Stop

–

Questions you may find useful

•4w

I am planning to buy a car for my family, with comfort for my ageing parents as the main priority. I don't like the rubber-band effect of CVTs, although I found it less noticeable in the Honda Elevate. Because of this, I have ruled out the Seltos and Creta. I would like to know how the performance and comfort of the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara compare with the Elevate, especially since the Grand Vitara gets a torque-converter gearbox. I also do a lot of spirited highway driving and need strong performance for overtaking. My maximum budget is Rs 19 lakh on-road. Which one would you suggest?

•4w

Which of the three would be most suitable for cross-country trips involving a mix of smooth, average and bad roads: the Honda Elevate CVT, Maruti Grand Vitara Smart Hybrid AT, or Volkswagen Taigun 1.0 AT? My key criteria are reliability and safety, ride quality, and fatigue-free driving. I am also considering a few potential downsides: the NVH levels of the Elevate, the long-term reliability of the Smart Hybrid battery in the Grand Vitara, although this is not a deal-breaker, and the possibility of EPC-related faults in the Taigun. I would appreciate some expert advice on which of these three would be the best overall choice for my requirements.

•7w

I am currently driving an 11-year-old Honda Brio manual in Pune and am looking to upgrade to a naturally aspirated petrol automatic SUV with either a CVT or torque-converter automatic. I do not want a sunroof, and the budget is under Rs 18 lakh. My daily running is around 10-12km, with occasional weekend drives and one or two annual trips of around 500-600km. I have shortlisted the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Zeta AT and Honda Elevate VX CVT, although the Elevate does come with a sunroof. Most of the driving will be in the city. Between the two, which would be more fuel-efficient, particularly with E20 petrol, offer good ride quality, and be reliable and easy to maintain over the next 10-15 years? Are there any other vehicles worth considering? I am not interested in EVs or petrol DCT/DSG powertrains. Thank you.

•12w

With average run of 500 kms per month, I want a petrol car manual. Which one will be better Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara or Honda Elevate.

•13w

How is the taigun highline automatic. Between, Honda elevate , Skoda kushaq and Grand vitara . Looking for automatic option