The Honda Elevate, a mid-size SUV that has captured the attention of the Indian market, has recently made its debut in South Africa. Priced at R 369,900 approximately Rs. 15.92 lakh, the Elevate is available in two trims Comfort and Elegance, and carries over the same powertrain from its Indian counterpart. As it enters the global market the made-in-India SUV's introduction represents an important turning point. Let's examine this more closely at the features and details of the Honda Elevate in the South African market.
Exterior and Design
The exterior design of the Honda Elevate remains consistent with the Indian model, featuring a tall and upright bonnet adorned with ridges, LED DRLs integrated into the headlamps, and a prominent blacked-out grille. The SUV is further enhanced with fog lamps, functional roof rails, and an electrically adjustable single-pane sunroof. Additional design elements include L-shaped LED taillights, a rear spoiler, a shark fin antenna, chrome-finished door handles, 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, and black cladding that encircles the vehicle. With a variety of Metallic and Pearl finishes to suit a range of aesthetic tastes, the Elevate is available in six exterior color options Lunar Silver, Meteoroid Grey, Radiant Red, Phoenix Orange, Platinum White, and Obsidian Blue.
Interior and Features
Inside, the South African-spec Elevate sees minimal changes, maintaining a black-colored theme for the leatherette seats, steering wheel, and gear lever. An eight-inch touchscreen entertainment system that offers drivers and passengers an updated and user-friendly interface is one of the SUV's many impressive features. Other features include six speakers for an immersive audio experience, all four power windows for convenience, automatic climate control for maintaining a comfortable cabin temperature, a digital instrument cluster for easy monitoring of vehicle information, a wireless charger for hassle-free charging of compatible devices, and six airbags for enhanced safety. However, it's important to note that the Elevate in South Africa does not include the ADAS technology that is available in the Indian model, which may be a consideration for potential buyers looking for advanced driver assistance features.
Powertrain and SpecificationS
With a 1.5-liter naturally extracted petrol engine that can produce 145 Nm of maximum torque and 119 horsepower, the Honda Elevate's powertrain remains the same for the South African market. There is a range of transmission options available for this engine to accommodate various driving preferences: a six-speed manual or a CVT gearbox. India has a three-year guarantee with unlimited kilometers, whereas Honda offers a robust five-year or 200,000-kilometer warranty in South Africa. Honda is committed to providing excellent customer service and is confident in the dependability of the Elevate, as seen by this extended warranty.
A significant advancement for the Indian-made SUV's global market share is the launch of the Honda Elevate in South Africa. Because of its beautiful design, affordable cost, and an extensive list of features, Elevate is expected to have a big impact on South African customers. The South African version differs significantly from the Indian version in that it features ADAS technology, even though it still has the majority of the Indian version's capabilities. The arrival of the Honda Elevate in South Africa provides proof of the SUV's attractiveness on a worldwide scale it will be interesting to watch how it does in this new market.