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Honda Elevate Facelift Set for October 6 Launch with Updated Design and Features
Honda will launch the Elevate facelift on October 6, marking the first mid‑lifecycle update for the midsize SUV introduced in 2023. The brand has released teaser videos and begun pre‑bookings at Rs 21,000. The new exterior shows a bolder look: LED headlamps linked by segmented LED daytime running lamps, a gloss‑black honeycomb grille, and the Honda badge repositioned to the bonnet. A thick chrome element above the grille now has a black finish. Rear LED tail‑lamps are connected, and the 17‑inch alloy wheels retain the previous design. The styling shares similarities with the WR‑V TrailSport HRC Concept shown at Tokyo Auto Salon 2026, though it is unclear if orange accents or black alloy wheels will appear on the production model.
Inside, the dashboard features more soft‑touch leatherette padding and minor layout revisions, with new upholstery and trim materials. The cabin may be offered in two dual‑tone themes: white and black or brown and black.
Honda is expected to add several features that rivals currently offer, such as powered and ventilated front seats, dual‑zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, rear sunblinds, updated infotainment graphics, and ambient lighting (optional on the current model). Existing features—wireless phone charger, part‑digital infotainment, lane‑watch camera, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an 8‑speaker sound system, optional 360‑degree camera, and Level 2 ADAS—will remain.
The facelift will likely keep the current powertrain lineup: a 1.5‑litre naturally aspirated 4‑cylinder petrol engine producing 121 hp and 145 Nm, paired with a 6‑speed manual or a 7‑step CVT. A dealer‑fitted CNG kit can also be fitted to the manual version for selected variants. The City’s strong‑hybrid powertrain is unlikely to appear.
Pricing is expected to rise slightly from the current range of Rs 11.88 lakh to Rs 16.36 lakh ex‑showroom, India. The Elevate will continue to compete with the Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Kia Seltos, Tata Sierra, Maruti Grand Vitara, and Victoris.