In 2025, Honda continues to make waves in the Indian mid-size SUV segment with its updated Honda Elevate. Designed with Indian roads and drivers in mind, the Elevate combines bold SUV styling with trusted Honda reliability and advanced safety features like ADAS (Honda Sensing). Built with a powerful 1.5L i-VTEC engine, a spacious cabin and segment-leading boot space.
Whether you’re cruising the city streets or planning weekend getaways, the 2025 Honda Elevate offers a comfortable, confident and technology-rich driving experience that rivals the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos.
Engine and Performance
Powered by a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine that produces 121PS at 6,600 rpm and 145Nm at 4,300 rpm, it is mated to a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed CVT with a pad.
Mileage: Manual returns around 15.31km/l, CVT offers up to 16.92km/l (ARAI-claimed).
Design and Comfort
The Elevate presents a bold, confident, muscular stance with:
Alpha‑Bold grille, LED projector headlamps, LED DRLs, LED taillamps
17″ dual‑tone alloy wheels; ground clearance of 220 mm for city and rural versatility.
Cabin layout is spacious, ergonomic, and loaded with convenience:
Supports up to 5 passengers
Boot space: a capacious 458 litres—among the largest in its class.
Optional single-pane sunroof (VX and ZX variants).
Tech & Safety Highlights
The Elevate scores high on tech:
10.25″ touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
7″ digital+analog driver display, steering controls, wireless charging, automatic climate control, rear AC vents.
Advanced ADAS features via Honda Sensing (ZX trim) include.
Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Mitigation Braking System, Lane Keep Assist
Road Departure Mitigation, Lead Car Departure Alerts, Auto‑High Beam.
Honda Elevate 2025 Price & Variants
As of early 2025, the ex-showroom prices in India:
SV MT (base): ₹11.91 L – Manual only
V MT: ₹12.39 L | V CVT: ₹13.59 L
VX MT/CVT: ~₹14.10 L / ₹15.30 L
ZX Black (top MT/CVT): ₹15.51 L / ₹16.73 L.
The latest Apex Summer Edition variant (based on the V) is available at ₹ 12.39 L (MT) / ₹ 13.59 L (CVT) with additional cosmetic and convenience updates.
Final Verdict
The 2025 Honda Elevate is a refined, well-equipped SUV designed for those seeking reliability, comfort, and safety. Its strengths—a spacious cabin, large boot, high ride height, and ADAS tech—are tempered by mediocre engine performance and missing luxury touches.
