Honda Cars India has rolled out exciting updates for its popular SUV, the Honda Elevate, just in time for the festive season. The Japanese automaker has added a fresh set of interior themes, exterior styling enhancements, and optional feature packs to strengthen the premium appeal of the SUV. With these upgrades, Honda aims to make the Elevate even more attractive for Indian buyers who value design, comfort, and technology.
What’s New in the Honda Elevate?
The highlight of this festive upgrade is the introduction of a new Ivory interior theme for the Elevate ZX grade. Customers opting for this top variant will now enjoy:
- Ivory leatherette seats for a plush cabin experience
- Ivory soft-touch inserts on the door lining and dashboard
- Ivory finish on the instrument panel, creating a more spacious and airy feel inside the SUV
This fresh theme joins the existing Tan interior option and the all-black upholstery available in the Black Edition, giving customers three distinct choices.
To add to the SUV’s bold road presence, Honda has also introduced the Alpha-Bold Plus Grille as an optional accessory. This new grille design provides a more commanding stance to the Elevate, further enhancing its rugged yet stylish look.
Honda Elevate Enhanced Features for ZX Grade
The Honda Elevate ZX Ivory grade is priced at ₹15.51 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). Alongside the interior updates, buyers can also choose from additional features such as:
- 360-degree surround vision camera for better parking assistance
- Rhythmic 7-colour ambient lighting, elevating the premium cabin feel
This makes the ZX grade one of the most feature-rich variants in the Elevate lineup, catering to buyers who want both luxury and safety in their SUV.
V and VX Grades Get Refreshed Interiors
Honda has not limited the upgrades to the top trim alone. The V and VX grades also benefit from important changes:
- New black fabric upholstery replaces the earlier shadow beige fabric
- Ivory soft-touch inserts on the dashboard and doors, creating a stylish dual-tone cabin look
- Alpha-Bold Plus Grille available as an optional accessory
Prices for these updated trims start at ₹12.39 lakh for the V grade and ₹14.13 lakh for the VX grade (ex-showroom Delhi).
To further expand personalization options, Honda has added a new Crystal Black Pearl colour to the Elevate’s paint palette. This shade will now be offered across V, VX, and ZX grades, in addition to the existing colour lineup.
Honda Elevate Black Edition
For customers who prefer a sportier and more aggressive design, Honda continues to offer the Black Edition of the Elevate. This special variant focuses on an all-black design theme, featuring:
- Black exterior finish complemented by chrome and silver highlights
- Retention of the standard grille with sleek darkened styling elements
In addition, the Signature Black Edition now comes with:
- Alpha-Bold Plus Grille as standard
- 7-colour rhythmic ambient lighting, enhancing the luxury appeal
- Full blacked-out elements for a bolder presence
On the inside, both Black Edition trims boast an all-black premium cabin with:
- Black leatherette seats with contrast stitching
- Black dashboard and soft-touch door pads
- Leatherette-wrapped armrests, ensuring comfort with style
These updates make the Black Edition especially appealing to younger buyers and enthusiasts looking for a sporty yet premium SUV.
Honda’s Focus on Premium Experience
Commenting on the new upgrades, Kunal Behl, Vice President, Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India, said:
“The Honda Elevate is a very successful model and has been greatly appreciated by customers for its versatility in both the domestic and export markets. With the introduction of the new ZX grade with ivory interiors and enhancements across all grades, it is our endeavour to offer more choices to customers during the festive season and warmly welcome them into the Honda family.”
This statement reflects Honda’s strategy of continuously refreshing its products to keep them in line with customer expectations.
Powertrain and Driving Dynamics
The Honda Elevate continues to be powered by the trusted 1.5L i-VTEC petrol engine, producing 119 bhp and 145 Nm of torque. Buyers can choose between a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed CVT automatic transmission.
This engine is known for its reliability and smooth performance, making the Elevate a balanced choice for both city commutes and highway drives.
Safety: A Core Priority
Safety has always been a strong point for Honda, and the Elevate remains one of the safer SUVs in its segment. The ZX grade comes equipped with the Honda SENSING suite of ADAS features, which includes:
- Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)
- Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS)
- Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Lead Car Departure Notification
In addition, the SUV also features:
- ACE Body Structure for crash safety
- Six airbags
- LaneWatch camera
- Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
- Traction Control
- Hill Start Assist
- Emergency Stop Signal
- Multi-angle rear-view camera
- ISOFIX-compatible rear seats with lower anchorages and top tethers
These features ensure that the Honda Elevate not only looks premium but also provides top-notch safety for its passengers.
Warranty and Ownership Benefits
Honda offers the Elevate with a standard 3-year unlimited kilometre warranty, ensuring peace of mind for buyers. Customers can also extend their coverage with:
- Extended warranty up to 7 years
- Anytime Warranty for up to 10 years
- Roadside Assistance (RSA) from the date of purchase
These ownership benefits further add to the long-term reliability and low-maintenance appeal of the Honda Elevate.
Final Thoughts
The latest updates to the Honda Elevate clearly show the brand’s intent to cater to evolving customer preferences. With new interior options, bold exterior upgrades, and premium features like a 360-degree camera and ambient lighting, the SUV becomes more stylish and competitive.
For festive season buyers, these upgrades add more value and personalization options, making the Elevate an attractive choice in the mid-size SUV segment.
Disclaimer: This article is based on official information released by Honda Cars India. Prices and features may vary depending on the city, dealership, and availability.
