Take my money. I’m sold! Been wanting a reliable/fuss free car in this segment with a sorted ride and handling and good steering. Gizmos and feature can go to hell.
Well some gizmos like a 360degree camera help a lot in parking / manoeuvring through tight spaces preventing scratches. Your hard earned money should be completely worth it if there were some good gizmos on top of the basics right? USB C is at present a basic. What’s your take?
@@aaronderyl I understand your perspective, and it’s true that having gizmos and advanced features can be appealing. However, from my experience, I’ve found that the fundamentals of a car play a more significant role in overall satisfaction. If the basics like ride and handling , comfort, and reliability are not up to par, buyer’s remorse can set in easily. Regarding the 360-degree camera, I feel that it may not always be as useful as expected, especially in this catagory where the resolution is not up to par. The edges turn up so vague that it does more harm than good. In most cases, relying on rearview mirrors might be more practical when making tight maneuvers. Premium cars with high-resolution 360-degree cameras do offer a better experience, but in the case of this category, a rear camera may be more than sufficient. The only feature I miss are electrically adjustable seats with multiple adjustments. Not even the ventilated seats so much. Honda have some of the best air conditioning in their cars so sort of negates the need for ventilated seats.
@@RockingHardikVlogs I’m all for gizmos but the truth is, there’s no perfect car. They simply won’t give you everything in a single package. Ultimately it comes down to your personal preference. I would always go for strong fundamentals instead of feature galore.
Gavin is a star for Autocar, when you present, the office chair feels like a driving seat :-) Seems like Honda has done it, looks simple which means a lot of modifiers out there gets a clear canvas to play around with.
Great review as always. Really hoping this car changes Honda’s fortunes. Have been driving a City for close to 9 years now and still runs like a dream. More power to Honda!
"Strong fundamentals, less flash value", very well said indeed. This shall keep Honda in business for a long time. And that's fantastic. Superb review with Gavin at the helm( looking a bit old though).
@@samshivp2358 in my tier two city I get 9-10 kmpl, on highway typically 16 kmpl and if I drive with a light foot on the expressway it approaches 20 kmpl.
I have city vx 2015 it was top model at that time , u won't believe it but I got an average of 23.5 kmpl on highway , 5 people were seating in the car and we drove around 200 km. And i easily get 14-18 in the city and 18-22 on highways. The power n torque Honda Accord,civic and city unmatchable Ivtech engine Unmatchable
ngl the elevate to me is the best looking suv in the segment. The proportions are just spot on. They have given just the right amount of features to keep price in check. And the ivtec is a legend on its own.Looks like honda is back only remaining peice is the price
What a review, full of enthusiasm, sticking to the core elements, not overtly flashy or loud but covered everything in a rather understated manner. Just like the product being reviewed. Elevated the whole experience 😊
Gavin, impressive presentation on the Honda Elevate car review! The elegance of the design and the seamless performance showcased are truly captivating. Honda continues to raise the bar, and your insightful analysis highlighted its strengths flawlessly. As someone who values both style and substance, this review hit the mark. Keep up the great work, Autocar India!
Despite its simple styling it looks surprisingly good! They have got their proportions spot on this time. Creta on the other hand looks quirky. One hopes that it does well in the market.
Honda's 1.5 Manual is the one to go for Elevate. It has better engines compared to rivals except 1.5 TSI from Volkswagen groups but the TSI has reliability issues. Anyways, the car is comfortable and honda has managed in handling department and body control.
Nice suv with 1.5 engine, leg space comfortable back seat, cvt gearbox, 17inches wheel base& lastly the suv should have 😊automatic gear shifting, the mileage is quite comfortable, seating is with great comfort as per the review😅. Totally a good suv. more over HONDA IS KNOWN FOR ITS QUALITY😅
Gavin hats off to your review man. Smooth as Silk (or I-vtec)! the music, the enthusiasm, the weather and last but not the least The HONDA. I logged into my email just to comment for your wonderful review. God Bless you!!! I really want Honda to succeed on this one! Props to your editing team as well.
Gavin, I'm jealous of you. Your delivery is natural, with every section flowing seamlessly to the next. The attention paid to Hondas of the past and how Elevate is a "back to form" for Honda is done incredibly well. You've painted a nice story with this review. Brilliant review for a brilliant (potentially COTY?) car. Also, kudos to the camera work. It's either that the Elevate really does look pretty good, or the camera work has flattered it immensely throughout the video.
All is perfect but for a few major omissions - ventilated seats, no interior LED lights, no rain sensing wipers from the City and 360 degree camera system, USB C ports. But they got the fundamentals right. It's spacious too. But it's time Honda gives an option to turbocharge that 1.5L engine.
Being a Honda City 5th Gen ZX CVT owner and considering to add a mid-size SUV to my garage, I was looking forward to the strong hybrid option for Elevate and a couple of features like ventilated seats with power adjustments and electronic parking with auto hold. Panoramic sunroof is not a miss for me as I as I do not open the sunroof at all but the rest does matter!!
An extremely well-articulated review. I appreciate Honda's approach, giving the features that are actually of use and focusing on how the car drives and handles.
The Elevate surely does add a lot of spice to the already hotly contested segment. This car is feature packed, very comfortable and it could be the new 'Honda City' of its segment. The tried and tested legendary 1.5L iVTEC powers this gentle giant.
I had been waiting for drive review of Elevate more nervously than any of my life-changing exam results. I drive a Honda and wanted to upgrade to only a Honda SUV. I desperately wanted it to drive well and to see positive reviews, it's weird but I feel proud and happy. No more confusion. Going for Elevate straightaway.
Fantastic and a very sensible review by Gavin! Honda checks a lot of lists - 220MM ground clearance, comfort, spacious, large boot and proper Honda driving dynamics. I wish they could elevate the interior a bit(it's time Honda upped the luxury quotient!) Also missing are 360 degree camera(immensely useful in crowded cities and parking spots), memory seat function and cooled seats. I can let go of the panoramic sunroof, but other than that a very compelling SUV. Honda needs to price it correctly if they want to compete in this increasingly overcrowded segment.
Great car! Honda never fails to deliver strong-on-fundamentals and well-deliberated machines. And oh yes, Gavin's great presentation. My admiration for him is in the same league as the legendary Renuka and Hormazd.
Nicely done Gavin. Nothing wrong with a true blue naturally aspirated block. I am sure it will be a fun to drive car. Hopefully Honda get a fair share if the SUV segment.
As expected, it seems like a no nonsense, practical and reliable car which many will appreciate. Safety rating and pricing is the key now though I strongly feel the strong hybrid would've made this perfect.
From the front it's looking like a RR Cullinan's brother. Absolutely the best front in the Crossovers in India. Of course followed by Nexon and Seltos.
The car looks good, interiors look comfortable and elegant, and as per the review the ride and handling is spot on. If petrol is the preferred option, this is a no brainer then, unless Honda price it exorbitantly. The lack of some features maybe a disappointment for some, but it packs in everything needed.
Design - Everything seems good except front end. Honda should change black box with some chrome dashes or more. Atleast it should be available as accessories. It would work wonders in India.
Despite being less on features than its competition, I truly find the Elevate more appealing. although the real proposition depends on the pricing. Finger crossed 🤞
As a wrv owner and a Honda fan. Believed me I’m very hesitant to say that this was underwhelming as I was waiting to upgrade since last year. The power train is a dealbreaker.
Good job Gavin.❤. Well my take would be Honda has done a decent job with the Elevate. The interiors are good, the looks are butch, but lack of a turbo charged engine is disappointing even as an option.
Honda ivtec engine is the best petrol engine available today. No other can match its performance. Not even toyota. Very smooth. As the presenter it is the best car with best reliablity which will draw customers. Too much features is also a complication.
This with hybrid powertrain would be a really great all-round option in this segment but alas honda doesn't want to go down that path for now atleast 😕
Great Review. In my humble opinion Honda is too late to the SUV party just like they were late to the diesel party and by the time they arrived on the scene customers had moved away from diesel. Similar looking SUVs surround us so much these days that popular opinion has started to move away from SUVs back to sedans. (I would only be happy to be proven wrong as I am an SUV owner who wants its resale value to remain high)
Car looks absolutely great and seems like it’s sorted dynamically. The engine isn’t the quickest around but is proven and very reliable. Should be a no brainer for people looking at a commuter car.
i think the styling inside and out are pretty tastful and well thought out. It doesnt follow the flashy trends with putting screens everywhere. Especially love the analog and digital combo speedo cluster.
Hats off to Gavin for such a brilliant review. No nonsense and straight to the point. You perfectly highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of the Elevate. Now about the car, i really like the design. Tall, upright and boxy, makes it seem more SUV than anything else in the segment. The interior also looks amazing and well built. And i don't mind the missing gizmos since majority of them are unnecessary or impractical. It's got all the basics covered. And Honda can add some of those missing features in the name of a facelift if they want to. I am really happy to hear that Honda didn't lose out on the fundamentals. Proven 1.5 IVTEC engine, brilliant ride and handling, steering feel, proper SUV like ground clearance, visibility and driving position. And being a Honda, it will also be reliable, safe and provide a fuss-free ownership. My only gripe is the lack of a turbo petrol/strong hybrid but they can do it later if they want to. Pricing is going to be the key and if Honda can price it under 17 lakhs or lower, it will turn out be a great proposition in the segment. Anything above that 17 lakh mark is going to be a bit of a gamble. I hope that this car sells in good numbers and it will help pull Honda out from the trouble they are in right now.
Thats yet another brilliant review by Gavin. Equally brilliant was the car being reviewed. It was a shame that Honda didn't have a car in the hot mid SUV segment and they had to wait so long. But though late to the party, what an entry!! With strong fubdamentals and matching looks and a feel of solidity I think Honda has a winner in Elevate. This sure is going to elevate the game to the next level in mid SUV segment.
Lots of so called SUVs in India without even an AWD option. Dear car manufacturers please stop fooling customers and at least offer an AWD option before clamouring about that SUV tag. It's not really an SUV if it's not off-road capable.
The cabin looks incredibly luxurious...honda has entered this segment at the right time when petrol is claiming market share from diesel powertrains...a 7 seater based on the Elevate would compete directly with the XUV and Hycross
Simple yet so elegant & classy!!🔥Wish it meets all the safety standards along its pricing too, then must be a great competitor of the Germans of the range!🔥
The interiors of the Elevate just feel so good, simple and premium, very much to my liking and not to mention that awesome analogue dials just stole my heart. Love to see the overall design of the car and interiors is what i want mainly bcoz thats the place where u will be sitting most of the times.
It's disappointing to see Honda's drop from the mercurial rise during dolphin Honda City days. Everything has gone down ever since. Being Honda loyalists, we've bought a couple of the models but the built quality, lack of features & a design that's plain at best, Honda has unfortunately lost the game completely in India! With the Elevate too it seems like they haven't learned from the losses over the past few years. It seems like they are playing "catch up" at best rather than create a ground breaking model for the category. No Panaromic Sunroof, Electronic Parking Brake, Impressive Sound System, Dated Screen, Cheap looking plastics, for a 2024 Mid Size SUV? Nevermind.
Good job Autocar India, Well presented Gavin. What's the NVH like ? Hope that is covered in the full review. The City isn't the best at shielding road & outside noise compared to its rivals although it has a refined engine.
Thank you. And yes, road and wind noise suppression is very good but the engine gets very noisy when you wring it out (which you will most likely do on the highway).
@@thurules yes, although mine is 3rd gen and current/5th gen reviews also suggest the same. I'm not saying the experience is bad but it's not the best especially on a relative basis.
I don't know man, it looks like a botched up hatchback or a compact SUV. Easy going, no nonsense car, reliable but definitely not ground breaking or benchmark making. Definitely suited more for adults who wants a reliable car and don't care much for any latest features.
Anyone who wants to buy a compact suv will just buy the elevate now Bigger car, better engine , more ground clearance. Bigger touchscreen , so anyone with a lower budget mid size suv buyer or a top model compact sub buyer can buy the elevate
It's the price point which will make it a hit pretty sure it'll be cheaper than even autocars expected price because of the lack of features which would be fantastic
Very good review, said everything. I wish if there were the deisel engine to power this one. It is extremely frugal and powerful at the same time. As far as the competition is considered this is really a step down in terms of features, and not to forget people are considering their cars as their 2nd home. Even tata motors is updating their small offerings with class leading features. As a honda the safety rating is expected to be better than that of koreans. Next thing that is about to disappear from hondas stable might be the city.
Value proposition through mild hybrid can really push their sales high. There is still a craze for Honda but the company is not realising this fact. Few points if they keep in mind, they can still flourish in the Indian market (both the youth and the mid-aged professionals) 1. Panoramic sunroof 2. Strong/mild hybrid (especially the mileage) 3. Pricing (see that they fit inline with Hyundai and Tata segments) 4. 360° camera (a car like Baleno offers that man).
UPDATE: Honda Elevate prices are out -
SV MT - Rs 11 lakh
V MT - Rs 12.11 lakh
V CVT - Rs 13.21 lakh
VX MT - Rs 13.5 lakh
VX CVT - Rs 14.6 lakh
ZX MT - Rs 14.9 lakh
ZX CVT - Rs 16 lakh
All prices are ex-showroom.
It is Right On Time Captain !!!!!
Where has Gavin been all this while. We need more Gavin.
Take my money. I’m sold! Been wanting a reliable/fuss free car in this segment with a sorted ride and handling and good steering. Gizmos and feature can go to hell.
Why ? whats the problem with Gizmos ? It makes life easier, smarter.
Well some gizmos like a 360degree camera help a lot in parking / manoeuvring through tight spaces preventing scratches. Your hard earned money should be completely worth it if there were some good gizmos on top of the basics right? USB C is at present a basic. What’s your take?
@@aaronderyl I understand your perspective, and it’s true that having gizmos and advanced features can be appealing. However, from my experience, I’ve found that the fundamentals of a car play a more significant role in overall satisfaction. If the basics like ride and handling , comfort, and reliability are not up to par, buyer’s remorse can set in easily.
Regarding the 360-degree camera, I feel that it may not always be as useful as expected, especially in this catagory where the resolution is not up to par. The edges turn up so vague that it does more harm than good. In most cases, relying on rearview mirrors might be more practical when making tight maneuvers. Premium cars with high-resolution 360-degree cameras do offer a better experience, but in the case of this category, a rear camera may be more than sufficient.
The only feature I miss are electrically adjustable seats with multiple adjustments. Not even the ventilated seats so much. Honda have some of the best air conditioning in their cars so sort of negates the need for ventilated seats.
@@RockingHardikVlogs I’m all for gizmos but the truth is, there’s no perfect car. They simply won’t give you everything in a single package. Ultimately it comes down to your personal preference. I would always go for strong fundamentals instead of feature galore.
@@punc1214 Well articulated.
As a long time honda city user, this review puts a smile on my face :)
True...i was smiling through and through😊😊
True man. If they price is it below kia and creta. Then they have a long waiting list of customers.
same here buddy.
Me too, proud owner of CRV 2019 (qatar)
Unnecessary excise duties ensuring that the Indian consumer will continue to have to tolerate underpowered engines such as this one here.
Gavin is a star for Autocar, when you present, the office chair feels like a driving seat :-) Seems like Honda has done it, looks simple which means a lot of modifiers out there gets a clear canvas to play around with.
Too kind sir, much appreciated! 😊
@@gavin_drivesWe Miss u in every video that Autocar present
Now it's feeling like OG Autocar
Great review as always. Really hoping this car changes Honda’s fortunes. Have been driving a City for close to 9 years now and still runs like a dream. More power to Honda!
"Strong fundamentals, less flash value", very well said indeed. This shall keep Honda in business for a long time. And that's fantastic. Superb review with Gavin at the helm( looking a bit old though).
Haha age will do that 😂 but thanks; glad you liked the review.
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When he said "Honda Dynamic Capability" made me smile. Proud Honda user since 2015
Honda = Outdated
@@perpetualprosperity2963 That's not true. Honda has Hybrid
Proud japanese car owner of a brand that takes money to japan and contributes to japan's development*
@@c.bulakh6231atleast they manufacture in India and give employment.That way,every product of indian households are made in china,malaysia etc.
I have the city cvt, and that powertrain is surprisingly fuel efficient.
even my old torque converter does very well on the highway.
@@vm-my6hghow much mileage it's get
@@samshivp2358 in my tier two city I get 9-10 kmpl, on highway typically 16 kmpl and if I drive with a light foot on the expressway it approaches 20 kmpl.
I have city vx 2015 it was top model at that time , u won't believe it but I got an average of 23.5 kmpl on highway , 5 people were seating in the car and we drove around 200 km. And i easily get 14-18 in the city and 18-22 on highways. The power n torque Honda Accord,civic and city unmatchable
Ivtech engine
Unmatchable
ngl the elevate to me is the best looking suv in the segment. The proportions are just spot on. They have given just the right amount of features to keep price in check. And the ivtec is a legend on its own.Looks like honda is back only remaining peice is the price
No ventilated seats in 2023. Very 🤡 move.
Guess you have never owned a Honda before lol
Seltos.
What a review, full of enthusiasm, sticking to the core elements, not overtly flashy or loud but covered everything in a rather understated manner. Just like the product being reviewed. Elevated the whole experience 😊
Thank you for the kind words. Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
Only thing Honda need now is proper pricing. Hopefully they keep it competitive
13.68 onroad mumbai
Top variant 19.65
@@techworld6163 for which variant?
This car cannot work with its outdated interiors... and amazing competition cars.
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@@vineet4077khatam TATA goodbye
Gavin, impressive presentation on the Honda Elevate car review! The elegance of the design and the seamless performance showcased are truly captivating. Honda continues to raise the bar, and your insightful analysis highlighted its strengths flawlessly. As someone who values both style and substance, this review hit the mark. Keep up the great work, Autocar India!
Thanks a lot. Glad you liked the review 😊
What performance?
Elevate is still a better choice who r looking for Safety and Reliability at the same time.
Despite its simple styling it looks surprisingly good! They have got their proportions spot on this time. Creta on the other hand looks quirky. One hopes that it does well in the market.
Thanks Autocar for doing justice to this excellent car. Also thank you for not incorporating an irritating loud music like many do.
Being City owner, I am very much satisfied with the engine power and it's fuel efficiency. So i think this will resonate in Elevate as well
Honda Brio was my first car and I currently drive WRv. Elevate looks like a good upgrade for me. Forever Honda Fan
Great review; this is the car I’ve been waiting for. Honda gets it late but almost always gets it right, and Elevate is no exception.
Honda's 1.5 Manual is the one to go for Elevate. It has better engines compared to rivals except 1.5 TSI from Volkswagen groups but the TSI has reliability issues. Anyways, the car is comfortable and honda has managed in handling department and body control.
Honda always hit the sweet spot between ride quality and handling
vw skoda never had engine reliability issues , it only had dsg reliability issues
What reliability issues ??😅
Nice suv with 1.5 engine, leg space comfortable back seat, cvt gearbox, 17inches wheel base& lastly the suv should have 😊automatic gear shifting, the mileage is quite comfortable, seating is with great comfort as per the review😅. Totally a good suv. more over HONDA IS KNOWN FOR ITS QUALITY😅
What reliability issue? Volkswagen is known for the most high quality engines in the world
Gavin hats off to your review man. Smooth as Silk (or I-vtec)! the music, the enthusiasm, the weather and last but not the least The HONDA. I logged into my email just to comment for your wonderful review. God Bless you!!! I really want Honda to succeed on this one!
Props to your editing team as well.
Thanks so much! And I'll be sure to pass that on to our super team! 🎉
Synonym of honda= Reliablity
Gavin, I'm jealous of you. Your delivery is natural, with every section flowing seamlessly to the next. The attention paid to Hondas of the past and how Elevate is a "back to form" for Honda is done incredibly well. You've painted a nice story with this review. Brilliant review for a brilliant (potentially COTY?) car.
Also, kudos to the camera work. It's either that the Elevate really does look pretty good, or the camera work has flattered it immensely throughout the video.
Thank you! Yes Pradeep (our DOP) and Siddhesh (our editor) did an amazing job of bringing it to life! 😊
All is perfect but for a few major omissions - ventilated seats, no interior LED lights, no rain sensing wipers from the City and 360 degree camera system, USB C ports. But they got the fundamentals right. It's spacious too. But it's time Honda gives an option to turbocharge that 1.5L engine.
Being a Honda City 5th Gen ZX CVT owner and considering to add a mid-size SUV to my garage, I was looking forward to the strong hybrid option for Elevate and a couple of features like ventilated seats with power adjustments and electronic parking with auto hold. Panoramic sunroof is not a miss for me as I as I do not open the sunroof at all but the rest does matter!!
Gavin, Nikhil & Rishad - You guys are best, when it come to reviews. Thanks Autocar.
An extremely well-articulated review. I appreciate Honda's approach, giving the features that are actually of use and focusing on how the car drives and handles.
Thanks a lot! Glad you liked it! 😊
Full marks for the review. Kudos to the editing and videography teams.😊
Thanks so much, and I'll be sure to pass that on to our team behind the scenes! 😊
Thank you so much for giving an honest review of Elevate.
The Elevate surely does add a lot of spice to the already hotly contested segment. This car is feature packed, very comfortable and it could be the new 'Honda City' of its segment. The tried and tested legendary 1.5L iVTEC powers this gentle giant.
Definitely not… it lags behind on a LOT of Parameters!
4~5 years ago, premium hatchback segment had so many cars just like this suv segment which was started by duster.
@@hrnur14yea it lags behind 'gimmicks' and so called 'impeccable safety' offered by the Koreans👍
Feature packed 😂😂
Seems like HONDA is back !!! ❤🎉
I had been waiting for drive review of Elevate more nervously than any of my life-changing exam results. I drive a Honda and wanted to upgrade to only a Honda SUV. I desperately wanted it to drive well and to see positive reviews, it's weird but I feel proud and happy. No more confusion. Going for Elevate straightaway.
What an absolute immaculate review, my inner child is drooling to buy this car as soon as possible! Incredible review Gavin!
Too kind sir, thank you! 😊
Fantastic and a very sensible review by Gavin! Honda checks a lot of lists - 220MM ground clearance, comfort, spacious, large boot and proper Honda driving dynamics. I wish they could elevate the interior a bit(it's time Honda upped the luxury quotient!)
Also missing are 360 degree camera(immensely useful in crowded cities and parking spots), memory seat function and cooled seats. I can let go of the panoramic sunroof, but other than that a very compelling SUV.
Honda needs to price it correctly if they want to compete in this increasingly overcrowded segment.
Very happy by seeing good reviews about Elevate. Good job Honda ( design, handling, stability, ) . Good package.
DOP has nailed in every single shot . Loved the visuals ❤
Great car! Honda never fails to deliver strong-on-fundamentals and well-deliberated machines.
And oh yes, Gavin's great presentation. My admiration for him is in the same league as the legendary Renuka and Hormazd.
Nicely done Gavin. Nothing wrong with a true blue naturally aspirated block. I am sure it will be a fun to drive car. Hopefully Honda get a fair share if the SUV segment.
Honda Is Honda Korean Car Siblings Cant Match It's Built Quality Or Driving Dynamics Japanese Engine Technology Superior Always✨✨
Gavin's top class presentation in itself sells the car. I'd blindly go with his recommendation. Top class stuff Gavin...
Why did they stop selling Honda Civic in India? I have a crush on that car.
As a long time Honda City user this review puts a smile on my face
13K, 14K and 15K (Motoroctane, Autocar India and Faisal Khan reviews views respectively) My God, this is awesome 👌🏻
Spot on if it had been a strong hybrid. Sad to see no eHEV because Honda didn't bother localising the power train.
i would’ve booked at day one if an eHev variant was on offer
As expected, it seems like a no nonsense, practical and reliable car which many will appreciate. Safety rating and pricing is the key now though I strongly feel the strong hybrid would've made this perfect.
What a fantastic review !!! I just loved the simplicity of the narration..
From the front it's looking like a RR Cullinan's brother.
Absolutely the best front in the Crossovers in India.
Of course followed by Nexon and Seltos.
The car looks good, interiors look comfortable and elegant, and as per the review the ride and handling is spot on. If petrol is the preferred option, this is a no brainer then, unless Honda price it exorbitantly. The lack of some features maybe a disappointment for some, but it packs in everything needed.
@10:17 what an amazing shot!
Design - Everything seems good except front end. Honda should change black box with some chrome dashes or more. Atleast it should be available as accessories. It would work wonders in India.
This guy is my favourite autocar india reviewer. Classy af
Despite being less on features than its competition, I truly find the Elevate more appealing. although the real proposition depends on the pricing. Finger crossed 🤞
As a wrv owner and a Honda fan. Believed me I’m very hesitant to say that this was underwhelming as I was waiting to upgrade since last year. The power train is a dealbreaker.
Good job Gavin.❤. Well my take would be Honda has done a decent job with the Elevate. The interiors are good, the looks are butch, but lack of a turbo charged engine is disappointing even as an option.
As usual, great review. Thank you!
Love the interior of the Elevate. The gauge cluster looks more classy than the all-digital affair in the Creta.
I like the interior colours.
I'd like to call this a professional review unlike others who have turned towards being cringey and overtly enthusiastic
What an amazing & insightful review. Good Job Man
Honda ivtec engine is the best petrol engine available today. No other can match its performance. Not even toyota. Very smooth. As the presenter it is the best car with best reliablity which will draw customers. Too much features is also a complication.
This with hybrid powertrain would be a really great all-round option in this segment but alas honda doesn't want to go down that path for now atleast 😕
They are giving what's needed for majority of customers. Very practical car
Finally reviews are here
I wish this was given a hybrid powertrain.😢😢
Do compare between Elevate and Kushaq, because we need to know which one is VFM?! And which one is to buy for long term?😊
Gavin's review perfectly on the point ..keep it up👍
Premium interior..... elegant.... sophisticated.... and of course rear seat is so specious
I just love the way you deliver the complete information along with the positive and basic pros to have this beast. I was confused but not now
Great Review. In my humble opinion Honda is too late to the SUV party just like they were late to the diesel party and by the time they arrived on the scene customers had moved away from diesel. Similar looking SUVs surround us so much these days that popular opinion has started to move away from SUVs back to sedans. (I would only be happy to be proven wrong as I am an SUV owner who wants its resale value to remain high)
Car looks absolutely great and seems like it’s sorted dynamically. The engine isn’t the quickest around but is proven and very reliable. Should be a no brainer for people looking at a commuter car.
i think the styling inside and out are pretty tastful and well thought out. It doesnt follow the flashy trends with putting screens everywhere. Especially love the analog and digital combo speedo cluster.
Yes
Hats off to Gavin for such a brilliant review. No nonsense and straight to the point. You perfectly highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of the Elevate. Now about the car, i really like the design. Tall, upright and boxy, makes it seem more SUV than anything else in the segment. The interior also looks amazing and well built. And i don't mind the missing gizmos since majority of them are unnecessary or impractical. It's got all the basics covered. And Honda can add some of those missing features in the name of a facelift if they want to. I am really happy to hear that Honda didn't lose out on the fundamentals. Proven 1.5 IVTEC engine, brilliant ride and handling, steering feel, proper SUV like ground clearance, visibility and driving position. And being a Honda, it will also be reliable, safe and provide a fuss-free ownership. My only gripe is the lack of a turbo petrol/strong hybrid but they can do it later if they want to. Pricing is going to be the key and if Honda can price it under 17 lakhs or lower, it will turn out be a great proposition in the segment. Anything above that 17 lakh mark is going to be a bit of a gamble. I hope that this car sells in good numbers and it will help pull Honda out from the trouble they are in right now.
Lovely Gavin! Continue to enjoy and admire your reviews! God bless
Gavin looks better in T shirts, nice presentation BTW
Thats yet another brilliant review by Gavin. Equally brilliant was the car being reviewed. It was a shame that Honda didn't have a car in the hot mid SUV segment and they had to wait so long. But though late to the party, what an entry!! With strong fubdamentals and matching looks and a feel of solidity I think Honda has a winner in Elevate. This sure is going to elevate the game to the next level in mid SUV segment.
Your actual milage on testing Along with arai claimed milage will be more helpful in purchase decision
Lots of so called SUVs in India without even an AWD option. Dear car manufacturers please stop fooling customers and at least offer an AWD option before clamouring about that SUV tag. It's not really an SUV if it's not off-road capable.
Good review, covers all aspects. We can expect same from ‘ Autocar’ every time.🎉
The cabin looks incredibly luxurious...honda has entered this segment at the right time when petrol is claiming market share from diesel powertrains...a 7 seater based on the Elevate would compete directly with the XUV and Hycross
Always look forward to Gavin's reviews.
How's the NVH and external noise levels in the Elevate, Gavin ?
Simple yet so elegant & classy!!🔥Wish it meets all the safety standards along its pricing too, then must be a great competitor of the Germans of the range!🔥
The interiors, man! How plush they are..!! 😍
The interiors of the Elevate just feel so good, simple and premium, very much to my liking and not to mention that awesome analogue dials just stole my heart. Love to see the overall design of the car and interiors is what i want mainly bcoz thats the place where u will be sitting most of the times.
Same thoughts…that interior definitely looks a notch above than anything in its segment
It does NOT have analogue dials it has digital
@@farainyika2365 Its semi digital maybe but the speedo or tachometer is analogue
Great presentation buddy!!
If only they could have offered additional variants including hybrid and 4wd
I really like the script of Autocar ❤
Just wow and on point 😍
Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.
I like the interior most.. specially, seats are beautiful and seems comfortable.. feels airy and fresh.. loved it❤
I think I will book this to replace my aging creta! This review just helped me make up my mind.
Hope it is as safe as its German rivals. It's ivtec engine is anyways legendary. Nice presentation team autocar.
Best review of honda elevate. I went through 3 others. Auto car india rocks
Great and Graceful review. All the best Honda .. hoping good numbers on sales now
It's disappointing to see Honda's drop from the mercurial rise during dolphin Honda City days. Everything has gone down ever since. Being Honda loyalists, we've bought a couple of the models but the built quality, lack of features & a design that's plain at best, Honda has unfortunately lost the game completely in India!
With the Elevate too it seems like they haven't learned from the losses over the past few years. It seems like they are playing "catch up" at best rather than create a ground breaking model for the category. No Panaromic Sunroof, Electronic Parking Brake, Impressive Sound System, Dated Screen, Cheap looking plastics, for a 2024 Mid Size SUV?
Nevermind.
The fuel economy figures seem okay, while turbo 1.5 engines are quoting 19 and 20kmpl nowadays, they rarely get above 10 in real world conditions.
Good job Autocar India, Well presented Gavin.
What's the NVH like ? Hope that is covered in the full review.
The City isn't the best at shielding road & outside noise compared to its rivals although it has a refined engine.
Is this from your experience of owning a City?
Thank you. And yes, road and wind noise suppression is very good but the engine gets very noisy when you wring it out (which you will most likely do on the highway).
@@thurules yes, although mine is 3rd gen and current/5th gen reviews also suggest the same. I'm not saying the experience is bad but it's not the best especially on a relative basis.
Good to see HCIL back in form...with a blend of new design and Honda's legendary precision engineering!!
Excellent review by Mr. Gavin. As he says about Honda, same thing goes to him. Full of substance and less flash value.
A hybrid from Honda was expected during launch
I don't know man, it looks like a botched up hatchback or a compact SUV. Easy going, no nonsense car, reliable but definitely not ground breaking or benchmark making. Definitely suited more for adults who wants a reliable car and don't care much for any latest features.
That's true! Expectations were high.. I don't know how it's going to compete with Creta!
Anyone who wants to buy a compact suv will just buy the elevate now
Bigger car, better engine , more ground clearance. Bigger touchscreen , so anyone with a lower budget mid size suv buyer or a top model compact sub buyer can buy the elevate
It's the price point which will make it a hit pretty sure it'll be cheaper than even autocars expected price because of the lack of features which would be fantastic
Also leaving features aside this thing sounds like a perfect combination of vw and hyundai groups
They're all compact SUVs under 4.4 meters lol
Very good review, said everything.
I wish if there were the deisel engine to power this one. It is extremely frugal and powerful at the same time.
As far as the competition is considered this is really a step down in terms of features, and not to forget people are considering their cars as their 2nd home. Even tata motors is updating their small offerings with class leading features.
As a honda the safety rating is expected to be better than that of koreans.
Next thing that is about to disappear from hondas stable might be the city.
Value proposition through mild hybrid can really push their sales high. There is still a craze for Honda but the company is not realising this fact. Few points if they keep in mind, they can still flourish in the Indian market (both the youth and the mid-aged professionals)
1. Panoramic sunroof
2. Strong/mild hybrid (especially the mileage)
3. Pricing (see that they fit inline with Hyundai and Tata segments)
4. 360° camera (a car like Baleno offers that man).
Wow. Very nice explaination bro thank you so much ❤❤
Gavin be my favorite auto journalist. Hats off bro.
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