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Honda Elevate Facelift Bookings Open Ahead of October 6 Launch
Honda is preparing a refreshed version of its Elevate SUV.
People can now reserve one by paying Rs 21,000.
The updated SUV will be launched in India on October 6.
Its front will receive new lights, a redesigned grille, and a differently placed Honda logo.
The rear and alloy wheels will also get small design changes.
Inside, Honda may add lighter upholstery, ambient lighting, ventilated seats, and a 360-degree camera.
Reports disagree about whether the existing touchscreen will become larger.
The engine and gearbox choices are expected to remain the same, while the SUV faces strong competition from other mid-size SUVs.
Honda Cars India has opened pre-bookings for the Elevate facelift for a Rs 21,000 token amount.
The updated SUV will launch in India on October 6, when its price is expected to be announced.
Exterior changes include connected LED lighting, a revised grille, a higher-mounted Honda logo, new alloy wheels, and rear styling updates.
Expected cabin additions include beige upholstery, ambient lighting, ventilated seats, a 360-degree camera, and possibly a larger touchscreen.
The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, six-speed manual gearbox, and CVT automatic are expected to continue unchanged.
- Who
- Honda Cars India and customers pre-booking the Elevate facelift.
- What
- A facelifted Honda Elevate will receive exterior and feature updates while retaining its existing mechanical package.
- Where
- India; bookings are available through Honda’s website and authorised dealerships.
- When
- Pre-bookings are open; the launch and expected price announcement are scheduled for October 6.
- Why
- Honda is updating the SUV amid intensifying competition and Elevate sales of about 1,600 units per month this year.
Reported additions
Reportedly unchanged or unconfirmed
Infotainment system
Reported additions
One report says the facelift is expected to receive a larger touchscreen.
Reportedly unchanged or unconfirmed
Another report says the existing touchscreen may continue, and the article notes that reports differ on this point.
Advanced driver assistance
Reported additions
ADAS has been suggested as a possible feature addition to improve the updated SUV’s equipment list.
Reportedly unchanged or unconfirmed
Its inclusion remains speculative and has not been confirmed by Honda in the provided reports.
Mechanical changes
Reported additions
The facelift is expected to retain the current engine and transmission choices rather than introduce a new mechanical package.
Reportedly unchanged or unconfirmed
The 1.5-litre petrol engine, six-speed manual gearbox, and CVT are specifically reported as continuing unchanged.
Key facts
- Launch date
- October 6
- Pre-booking amount
- Rs 21,000
- Booking channels
- Honda’s website and authorised dealerships
- Exterior updates
- Connected-style LED lighting, revised grille, higher Honda logo position, new alloy wheels, connected LED tail lamps, and a redesigned rear bumper
- Expected cabin features
- Beige upholstery, ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, and a 360-degree camera
- Powertrain
- 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with six-speed manual and CVT automatic options
- Engine output
- 121 hp and 145 Nm
Sources
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