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Rahul

•5w

I have decided to buy the Honda Elevate and I see that a facelift is expected to launch around June 2026, as published on the Autocar portal. Is this news confirmed from insider or reliable sources? If it is confirmed, I would wait for the facelift.

Autocar India

•5w

Yes, that's right. Reliable sources have told us that the Honda Elevate will be getting a minor facelift in the second half of 2026.

However, do not expect a lot to change on this updated version. Chances are the updates will be restricted to a few cosmetic updates like grille and bumper designs, as well as a few feature additions.

There will be no changes to the powertrain, nor the introduction of a hybrid variant. While we estimate that it will launch in the month of June, that's still uncertain. Also, it could come a few months later, too.

If you are in a hurry, you could go for the current version, as the changes are expected to be minor. However, if you don't mind waiting, then you should, as you will get the very latest version of Honda's capable SUV.

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Akhilesh

•4w

Is hybrid variant with elevate is confirmed ?

Rahul bhaskaran

•5w

I have booked honda elevate v cvt at chennai. I did confirm with the dealership and they have no confirmation on the facelift or its launch anytime soon

Ragav Chari

•5w

We have a Honda Elevate zx cvt. You won't have regrets in buying. You can cruise past ant speed breaker or spine breaker at a good speed with effortless ease.

Rohit

•5w

Which is better car in terms of comfort, mileage and performance between SKODA Slavia and Honda Elevate ??

Uya

•5w

Slavia should be compared with City.

Uya

•5w

Elevate

Prady

•5w

Also, ground clearance for Elevate is 220 mm, highest in its category.

Prady

•5w

Latest upgraded cars are mostly 3 cylinder variants with turbo charger. Honda Elevate is 4 Cylinder naturally aspirated engine. Kindly bear this in mind while opting for new introductions.

Ainan

•1w

Can you please expand further on how this impact if the power figures are same

Subhash

•5w

IIRC, Autocar reported Honda City facelift in H1 2026 and Elevate in H2 which most probably mean towards Diwali, so too late to wait IMO. Also it's Honda we're talking about, always lazy, so no point to trust their timelines, which are not publicly announced anyway. Either way, I hope Honda does not make sunroof as compulsory from base variants, but rather keep it optional like Maruti/Tata are doing. I for one hate any kind of sunroof in Indian conditions.

Rohan Shukla

•5w

Sir you also check New generation kia seltos or Hyundai creta.

Hiren Shah

•5w

I purchased Elevate CVT in October 2024. If you want a most practical car and can miss some extra features,then go for it. I also owned a Jazz X 2012, which is still superb after 1.5 lakh kms . Fuel efficiency of Elevate CVT is about 20 on hiways and 16 in city.

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Manish Patel

•21h

I’m planning to purchase a new car with an on-road budget of around ₹16-18 lakh. My daily usage will be about 40-50 km, mostly in city conditions with heavy bumper-to-bumper traffic. Approximately 70% of the driving will be in the city, with occasional highway trips. I’m considering the Honda Elevate and the Toyota Hyryder. Could you please advise which car would be the better choice based on my requirements?

Autocar India

•2h

At your budget, the better bet is the Honda Elevate, and there are a couple of reasons for this. In your budget, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder strong hybrid is not an option, and you would have to get the mild-hybrid Neodrive version instead. With that considered, the Elevate is stronger on most counts.For one, it's a much better value, and you can get a fully-loaded ZX CVT variant for around the top end of your budget, whereas you'd have to settle for a mid-range version of the Toyota. It offers a more powerful petrol engine - a 1.5-litre i-VTEC unit that produces 121hp and 145Nm, which is flexible enough to work well both in the city and on the highway. Plus, it has a far more spacious rear seat that's much better suited to carrying three passengers in comfort.Lastly, should this matter to you, it's more fun from behind the wheel as well. The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder has the advantages of being more refined and fuel-efficient in real-world use, but overall, the Honda Elevate is the better bet for your usage, at your budget.

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Amit Deshmukh

•1d

I have a Maruti Baleno (2016) as our family car, which is good, but I am looking to replace it with a newer SUV. Although I read your column regularly, I am confused about which car to buy. I have a tight budget of ₹16-17 lakh and am looking to get maximum value for my money. So out of Seltos HTK, Duster (2026), Sierra, and Elevate, which one should I consider? My usage is 70% in the city and 30% on highways.

Autocar India

•23h

Pick the Kia Seltos HTK IVT as it best suits your requirements.Your city-heavy usage benefits from its smooth and seamless powertrain, light controls and settled low‑speed ride, which make driving in traffic and parking less tiring. For weekend highway runs, it feels confident at 80-100 kph cruising speed and has enough room for 4 adults plus luggage. Within your budget, the Kia Seltos HTK gives you the core safety and convenience features without forcing you into pricier trims. The one thing you give up is advanced driver assistance (ADAS) on the HTK; those features start higher up the range.Alternatively, if you prefer a simpler, no-frills package and prioritise easy ownership over features, consider the Honda Elevate V CVT.

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Rajesh

•1w

Hi, I have booked a Honda Elevate V CVT for Rs 15.30 on road, along with 50k worth of free accessories. However, I am quite confused about the Kylaq Prestige and XUV 3XO AX5L, which come in the same budget. So, I need your suggestion whether I can proceed with the Elevate or should I go with 3XO or Kylaq because of their plush interiors.

Autocar India

•1d

Go ahead with the Honda Elevate V CVT you’ve booked. At Rs 15.30 lakh on-road plus Rs 50,000 in accessories, it secures a smooth automatic, solid 5‑seat practicality, and hassle‑free, predictable ownership. Switching now could mean losing the Rs 50,000 accessory bundle and current discount.Compared to the Skoda Kylaq and Mahindra XUV 3XO, the Elevate is a segment bigger with significantly more cabin space and luggage room. The one thing you give up is a plusher‑feeling cabin, compared with the 3XO or Kylaq. The Elevate V’s interior and touch points are more basic at this trim.If cabin ambience matters more than anything else and you’re okay with a smaller footprint, consider the XUV 3XO AX5L (preferably the AT) instead, provided the AT fits your ₹15.30 lakh budget in your city. The Kylaq 1.0 TSI is nicer to drive, but doesn’t have the cabin ambience of the 3XO.

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