Honda City vs Honda Elevate
Should you buy Honda City or Honda Elevate? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Honda City price starts at Rs 12.28 Lakh ex-showroom for SV Reinforced (Petrol) and Honda Elevate price starts Rs 11.91 Lakh ex-showroom for SV Reinforced (Petrol). City has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Elevate has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the City has a mileage of 18.4 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Elevate has a mileage of 16.92 kmpl (Petrol top model).
City Vs Elevate
| Key Highlights | Honda City | Honda Elevate |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.19,26,066* | Rs.19,35,355* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1498 | 1498 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Honda City vs Honda Elevate comparison
- Honda City
- SV Reinforced (Petrol) 12.28 Lakh*
- SV (Petrol) 12.38 Lakh*
- V Elegant (Petrol) 12.80 Lakh*
- V Reinforced (Petrol) 13.05 Lakh*
- V (Petrol) 13.15 Lakh*
- V Apex Edition (Petrol) 13.30 Lakh*
- V Elegant CVT (Petrol) 14.05 Lakh*
- Top SellingVX Reinforced (Petrol) 14.12 Lakh*
- VX (Petrol) 14.22 Lakh*
- V CVT Reinforced (Petrol) 14.30 Lakh*
- VX Apex Edition (Petrol) 14.37 Lakh*
- V CVT (Petrol) 14.40 Lakh*
- V Apex Edition CVT (Petrol) 14.55 Lakh*
- ZX Reinforced (Petrol) 15.30 Lakh*
- VX CVT Reinforced (Petrol) 15.37 Lakh*
- ZX (Petrol) 15.40 Lakh*
- VX CVT (Petrol) 15.47 Lakh*
- VX Apex Edition CVT (Petrol) 15.62 Lakh*
- ZX CVT Reinforced (Petrol) 16.55 Lakh*
- ZX CVT (Petrol) 16.65 Lakh*
Rs16.65 Lakh *VS - Honda Elevate
- SV (Petrol) 11.91 Lakh*
- SV Reinforced (Petrol) 11.91 Lakh*
- V (Petrol) 12.39 Lakh*
- V Reinforced (Petrol) 12.71 Lakh*
- V Apex Edition (Petrol) 12.86 Lakh*
- V CVT (Petrol) 13.59 Lakh*
- V CVT Apex Edition (Petrol) 13.86 Lakh*
- V CVT Reinforced (Petrol) 13.91 Lakh*
- VX (Petrol) 14.10 Lakh*
- VX Reinforced (Petrol) 14.10 Lakh*
- VX Apex Edition (Petrol) 14.25 Lakh*
- VX CVT Apex Edition (Petrol) 15.25 Lakh*
- VX CVT (Petrol) 15.30 Lakh*
- VX CVT Reinforced (Petrol) 15.30 Lakh*
- ZX (Petrol) 15.41 Lakh*
- ZX Reinforced (Petrol) 15.41 Lakh*
- ZX Black Edition (Petrol) 15.51 Lakh*
- ZX CVT Dual Tone (Petrol) 16.59 Lakh*
- ZX CVT (Petrol) 16.63 Lakh*
- ZX CVT Reinforced (Petrol) 16.63 Lakh*
- Top SellingZX CVT Reinforced Dual Tone (Petrol) 16.71 Lakh*
- ZX Black Edition CVT (Petrol) 16.73 Lakh*
Rs16.73 Lakh *VS - Volkswagen Taigun
- 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol) 11.80 Lakh*
- 1.0 Highline (Petrol) 13 Lakh*
- 1.0 Highline AT (Petrol) 14 Lakh*
- Top Selling1.0 Highline Plus (Petrol) 14.40 Lakh*
- 1.0 GT Line (Petrol) 14.80 Lakh*
- 1.0 Highline Plus AT (Petrol) 15.50 Lakh*
- 1.0 GT Line AT (Petrol) 15.90 Lakh*
- 1.0 Topline ES (Petrol) 16.60 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT (Petrol) 16.77 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT DSG (Petrol) 17.36 Lakh*
- 1.0 Topline AT ES (Petrol) 18 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Chrome ES (Petrol) 18.38 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Sports (Petrol) 18.63 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Chrome DSG ES (Petrol) 19.58 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Sports DSG (Petrol) 19.83 Lakh*
Rs16.60 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.19,26,066* | Rs.19,35,355* | Rs.19,12,569* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.36,652/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.36,828/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.36,409/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.74,027 | Rs.74,325 | Rs.66,080 |
| User Rating | Based on 189 Reviews | Based on 473 Reviews | Based on 241 Reviews |
| Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years) | Rs.5,625.4 | - | - |
| Brochure |
Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | i-VTEC | i-VTEC | 1.0L TSI |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1498 | 1498 | 999 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 119.35bhp@6600rpm | 119bhp@6600rpm | 114bhp@5000-5500rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 18.4 | 16.92 | 19.2 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | 40 | - | 50 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Shock Absorbers Type The kind of shock absorbers that come in a car. They help reduce jerks when the car goes over bumps and uneven roads. They can be hydraulic or gas-filled. ✕ | Telescopic Hydraulic Nitrogen Gas-filled | Telescopic Hydraulic Nitrogen Gas-filled | - |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | Electric | Electric | Electric |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4583 | 4312 | 4221 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1748 | 1790 | 1760 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1489 | 1650 | 1612 |
| Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | - | 188 |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | Yes | Yes | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Platinum White Pearl Lunar Silver Metallic Golden Brown Metallic Obsidian Blue Pearl Meteoroid Grey Metallic +1 MoreCity Colours | Platinum White Pearl Lunar Silver Metallic Platinum White Pearl With Crystal Black Pearl Meteor Grey Metallic Golden Brown Metallic +6 MoreElevate Colours | Lava Blue Carbon Steel Grey Matte Deep Black Pearl Rising Blue Reflex Silver +3 MoreTaigun Colours |
| Body Type | SedanAll Sedan Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | - | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - | - |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes | - |
| Road Departure Mitigation System | - | Yes | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | - | - | Yes |
| E-Call & I-Call | No | - | - |
| Google / Alexa Connectivity | Yes | Yes | - |
| SOS Button | - | - | Yes |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Touchscreen A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Honda City
- Spacious cabin. Rear seat kneeroom rivals cars from a segment above.
- Best in segment interior quality
- Comfortable ride quality
- Updated exterior makes it more tempting
- ADAS standard in multiple variants
Honda Elevate
- Simple, sophisticated design. Sure to age well.
- Classy interiors are high on quality and practicality.
- Ample legroom and headroom for rear seat occupants.
- Best in class boot space.
Honda City
- Lacks some ‘wow’ features like ventilated seats, powered driver seat, branded stereo
- Diesel motor is now discontinued
- Tight rear seat headroom
Honda Elevate
- No diesel or Hybrid options.
- Lacks a few features versus rivals: panoramic sunroof, front seat ventilation, 360° camera
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car has good mileage Honda City and Honda Elevate?
A ) The mileage of City is 18.4 kmpl & the mileage of Elevate is 16.92 kmpl. Honda City gives better mileage than Honda Elevate.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi