Honda Elevate V Variant Analysis: Is This The True Entry-level Variant?
It is the SUV’s entry-level variant if you want it with the petrol-automatic combo
The Honda Elevate SUV’s second-from-base V variant commands a premium of more than a lakh rupees over the entry-level SV trim. Not only does it get some useful infotainment and safety feature upgrades over the SV variant, but it also is the entry-level variant if you want the Elevate with an automatic transmission at a premium of over Rs 2 lakh. Let’s check if the premium it commands is justified:
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1.5-litre Petrol MT |
1.5-litre Petrol CVT |
| V |
Rs 12.11 lakh |
Rs 13.21 lakh |
| VX |
Rs 13.50 lakh |
Rs 14.60 lakh |
| Difference |
Rs 1.39 lakh |
Rs 1.39 lakh |
Why Consider The Elevate V?
For the premium that the Elevate V commands over the base-spec SV, the former gets useful additions in the form of some comfort and convenience features, and safety tech as well. The Honda SUV now gets an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, connected car tech, and a 4-speaker music system. Safety additions include a reversing camera with guidelines and a rear defogger. It’s also the entry-level variant if you want the SUV’s petrol-CVT combo.
Here’s a look at its features in detail:
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Infotainment |
Safety |
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Why Skip The Elevate V?
Although the V variant gets some premium comfort and convenience features along with additional safety tech over the entry-level variant, you still don’t quite get a premium experience for the jump. If you truly want an ‘elevated’ experience over base, we recommend you stretch the budget to the next trim (VX). For a further premium of under Rs 1.5 lakh, Honda is offering the Elevate VX with functional features such as wireless phone charging, a single-pane sunroof, LaneWatch camera, and even 17-inch alloy wheels.
| Variant |
Verdict |
| The variant of our choice if you wish to buy the petrol-MT option. Accessorise it and skip upgrading to V variant. |
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| V |
Only pick if you want the Elevate with an automatic gearbox on a budget. Else, go to the next variant. |
| Gets a lot more tech at a justifiable premium. Can be skipped if you want the full premium Honda experience. |
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| Pick it for a better cabin experience, more tech, safety features and dual-tone paint option. |
All prices introductory, ex-showroom pan-India
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