Honda Elevate vs Maruti Jimny

Should you buy Honda Elevate or Maruti Jimny? 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 Elevate price starts at Rs 11.60 Lakh ex-showroom for SV (Petrol) and Maruti Jimny price starts Rs 12.31 Lakh ex-showroom for Zeta (Petrol). Elevate has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Jimny has 1462 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Elevate has a mileage of 16.92 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Jimny has a mileage of 16.94 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Elevate Vs Jimny

Key Highlights	Honda Elevate	Maruti Jimny
On Road Price	Rs.19,24,246^*	Rs.16,69,425^*
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Engine(cc)	1498	1462
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic

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Honda Elevate
Rs16.67 Lakh^*
*Ex-showroom Price
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Maruti Jimny
Rs14.45 Lakh^*
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Brand / Model
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Honda Elevate
ADV Edition CVT Dual Tone
16.67 Lakh^*
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Maruti Jimny
Alpha Dual Tone AT
14.45 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	ADV Edition CVT Dual Tone	Alpha Dual Tone AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.19,24,246^*	Rs.16,69,425^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.36,635/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.32,815/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.74,097	Rs.65,919
User Rating	4.4 Based on 488 Reviews	4.5 Based on 403 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

ADV Edition CVT Dual Tone

Alpha Dual Tone AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.19,24,246^*

Rs.16,69,425^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.36,635/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.32,815/month

Get EMI Offers

Insurance

Rs.74,097

Rs.65,919

User Rating

4.4

Based on 488 Reviews

4.5

Based on 403 Reviews

Brochure

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	i-VTEC	K15B
Displacement (cc)	1498	1462
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	119bhp@6600rpm	103bhp@6000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	145Nm@4300rpm	134.2Nm@4000rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	Multipoint Injection
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gearbox	CVT	4-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	4WD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

i-VTEC

K15B

Displacement (cc)

1498

1462

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

119bhp@6600rpm

103bhp@6000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	16.92	16.39
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	-	40
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)	-	155
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Fuel & Performance

Fuel Type

Petrol

Mileage ARAI (kmpl)

16.92

16.39

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)

Emission Norm Compliance

BS VI 2.0

Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	Multi link suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Multi link suspension
Shock Absorbers Type	Telescopic Hydraulic Nitrogen Gas-filled	-
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)	5.2	5.7
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)	-	155
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	195/80 R15
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	17	15
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	17	15
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Multi link suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Multi link suspension

Shock Absorbers Type

Telescopic Hydraulic Nitrogen Gas-filled

Steering Type

Electric

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	4312	3985
Width (mm)	1790	1645
Height (mm)	1650	1720
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)	-	210
Wheel Base (mm)	2650	2590
Front Tread (mm)	1540	1395
Rear Tread (mm)	1540	1405
Kerb Weight (kg)	1213	1205
Grossweight (kg)	1700	1545
Approach Angle	-	36°
Break Over Angle	-	24°
Departure Angle	-	46°
Seating Capacity	5	4
Boot Space (Litres)	458	211
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	-
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	-
Vanity Mirror	Yes	-
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Adjustable	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	-
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	-	Yes
Parking Sensors	Rear	Rear
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	-
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	Yes	-
Paddle Shifters	Yes	-
USB Charger	Front & Rear	-
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	-
Gear Shift Indicator	No	-
Rear Curtain	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	No	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	Yes	-
One Touch Operating Power Window	-	Driver's Window
Idle Start Stop System	-	Yes
Power Windows	-	Front & Rear
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	Height & Reach	Height only
KeyLess Entry	Yes	-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	-
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	-
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	Yes	-
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	7	-
Upholstery	Leatherette	-
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
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Wheel
Headlight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Platinum White PearlLunar Silver MetallicPlatinum White Pearl With Crystal Black PearlMeteor Grey MetallicRadiant Red Metallic With Crystal Black PearlGolden Brown MetallicObsidian Blue PearlCrystal Black PearlRadiant Red Metallic+4 MoreElevate Colours	Pearl Arctic WhiteSizzling Red/ Bluish Black RoofGranite GreyBluish BlackSizzling RedNexa BlueKinetic Yellow/Bluish Black Roof+2 MoreJimny Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Washers	-	Yes
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	-	No
Alloy Wheels	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	-
Sun Roof	Yes	-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	-
Integrated Antenna	-	Yes
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	-	No
Roof Rails	Yes	-
LED DRLs	Yes	-
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	-
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights	Front	-
Antenna	Shark Fin	-
Sunroof	Single Pane	-
Boot Opening	Electronic	Manual
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	-	Powered,Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	195/80 R15
Tyre Type	Radial Tubeless	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Wheel

Headlight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Platinum White PearlLunar Silver MetallicPlatinum White Pearl With Crystal Black PearlMeteor Grey MetallicRadiant Red Metallic With Crystal Black Pearl+4 MoreElevate Colours

Pearl Arctic WhiteSizzling Red/ Bluish Black RoofGranite GreyBluish BlackSizzling Red+2 MoreJimny Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	-
Anti Theft Alarm	Yes	-
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	-
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	-
Traction Control	Yes	-
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	Yes	-
Anti Pinch Power Windows	Driver's Window	Driver's Window
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	-
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Hill Descent Control	-	Yes
Hill Assist	Yes	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	Yes	Yes
360 View Camera	No	-
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Lane Keep Assist	Yes	-
Road Departure Mitigation System	Yes	-
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	-
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	Yes	-
Adaptive High Beam Assist	Yes	-
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ADAS

Lane Keep Assist

Road Departure Mitigation System

Adaptive Cruise Control

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

Advance Internet
Google / Alexa Connectivity	Yes	-
Smartwatch App	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	Yes	-

Advance Internet

Google / Alexa Connectivity

Smartwatch App

Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	-
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.25	9
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	Premium Surround Sound System, Wireless Smartphone Connectivity (Android Auto, Apple CarPlay)	-
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	4	-
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Honda Elevate
- Sophisticated design: Simple design language that looks traditional, offers a good road presence, and will surely age well
- Classy interiors: Materials used are high on quality and cabin offers good practicality
- Spacious cabin: Ample legroom and headroom for rear seat occupants
- Best in class boot space: Can easily store an entire suitcase set with space to spare
Maruti Jimny
- Attention grabber: Quirky styling, upright SUV stance, compact dimensions and bright exterior hues.
- Spacious enough for four adults.
- Ride comfort: Despite being a capable off-roader, offers good ride comfort in the city.
- Easy to drive: lightweight and amateur-friendly off-roader makes off-roading easy for amateurs.
- Boot space: Usable enough for airport runs, even with all the rows up.

Honda Elevate
- Limited powertrains: No diesel or Hybrid options which the rivals offer
- Lacks a few features versus rivals: panoramic sunroof, front seat ventilation, 360-degree camera
Maruti Jimny
- Cabin Practicality: Lacks basics like bottle holders in the doors and no seat back pockets.
- Engine performance: Adequate for the city, but feels underwhelming on a highway, especially with a full load.

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Rs.11.60 - 16.67 Lakh^*
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Rs.11.95 - 16.07 Lakh^*
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Rs.12.31 - 14.45 Lakh^*
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Rs.9.99 - 16.99 Lakh^*
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car has good mileage Honda Elevate and Maruti Jimny?

A ) The mileage of Elevate is 16.92 kmpl & the mileage of Jimny is 16.39 kmpl. Honda Elevate gives better mileage than Maruti Jimny.

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