New Honda Elevate vs Old Model: What’s New?

The Honda Elevate entered the Indian SUV market with bold styling, a naturally aspirated petrol engine, spacious interiors and Honda SENSING safety technology. Since its launch, Honda has introduced several styling and equipment updates, with the latest version bringing noticeable changes to the SUV’s exterior and comfort features. The new Elevate gets updated lighting elements, a more premium ivory-black cabin, ventilated front and rear seats, power-adjustable front seats and a 360° Surround-Vision Camera. 

So, how different is the new Honda Elevate from the earlier model? In this blog, we compare the two versions to highlight the key changes and what remains familiar. 

Before diving into the old vs new comparison, here are the top 5 things to know about the Honda Elevate facelift.

New vs Old Honda Elevate: Quick Comparison

The new Honda Elevate brings several updates to its design, cabin, comfort and equipment compared with the earlier model. Here’s a quick look at the major differences between the new and old model:

Key Area	New Honda Elevate	Old Honda Elevate
Exterior	Bold Mesh Grille, Rugged Tri-Bar Signature LED Lights, Connected Signature LED Tail Lamps	Alpha-Bold grille, LED projector headlamps, LED tail lamps with dual trails
Cabin	Premium Dual-Tone Ivory-Black Cabin with Soft-Touch Finish	Premium Dual-Tone Ivory & Black Cabin
Comfort	Front & rear ventilated seats, power-adjustable front seats	Standard front seats
Parking	360° Surround-Vision Camera, Front Parking Sensors	Multi-Angle Rear Camera; 360° camera available as accessory
Safety	Honda SENSING, 6 Airbags, 360° Camera	Honda SENSING, 6 Airbags
Powertrain	1.5L i-VTEC, 6MT/CVT	1.5L i-VTEC, 6MT/CVT
Boot Space	458L boot space	458L boot space

Exterior Design: What Has Changed?

The new Honda Elevate retains the familiar SUV shape but gets several styling updates. Its biggest visual changes are concentrated at the front and rear, where the revised lighting and grille design give the SUV a sharper appearance. These changes give the SUV a sharper and more distinctive appearance.

The updates also include R17 Dual Tone Diamond Cut Alloys with Dark Clear Finish and more prominent black exterior garnishes. Compared with the previous model, the new Elevate looks more modern and strong without changing its overall proportions. The changes are mainly focused on making the familiar design look fresher rather than creating a completely new exterior.

Exterior Area	New Honda Elevate	Old Honda Elevate
Front Grille	Bold Mesh Grille	Alpha Bold Front Grille
Front Lighting	Rugged Tri-Bar Signature LED Lights	LED Projector Headlamps with integrated DRLs
Fog Lamps	LED Projector Fog Lamps	LED fog lamps on higher variants
Tail Lamps	Connected Signature LED Tail Lamps	LED Tail Lamps with Dual Trails
Alloy Wheels	R17 Dual Tone Diamond Cut with Dark Clear Finish	R17 Dual Tone Diamond Cut
Exterior Details	Black painted lower garnishes and new styling details	Black painted exterior garnishes

Cabin and Comfort: More Comfort and Convenience

The new Honda Elevate receives a more substantial cabin update than the exterior. It gets a Premium Dual-Tone Ivory-Black Cabin with Soft-Touch Finish, along with perforated ivory leather seats and wrap-around ambient lighting. The biggest comfort upgrade is the addition of front and rear ventilated seats, with the front seats also offering 8-way driver and 4-way co-driver power adjustment.

The cabin also gains useful technology and convenience features, including a 26.03 cm touchscreen with wireless smartphone connectivity, wireless smartphone charger, one-touch electric sunroof and an 8-speaker premium surround sound system. Rear passengers get AC vents with ventilated-seat control, two USB-C ports and a rear armrest with cup holders. These additions make the cabin more comfort-focused, particularly for buyers choosing the higher variants.

Features	New Honda Elevate	Old Honda Elevate
Seat Ventilation	Front & rear ventilated seats	Not offered
Front Seat Adjustment	8 way driver, 4 way co-driver power adjustment	Manual adjustment
Cabin Finish	Ivory-Black with soft-touch finish	Ivory & Black cabin
Infotainment	Up to 26.03 cm touchscreen	Up to 26.03 cm touchscreen
Ambient Lighting	Wrap-around ambient lighting	Ambient lighting on higher variants
Rear Convenience	Ventilated-seat control, 2 USB-C ports, rear armrest	Rear AC vents, rear armrest and USB-C ports

Safety: Updated Protection and Driver Assistance

The new Honda Elevate retains the earlier model’s six airbags, ACE body structure, Vehicle Stability Assist, Hill Start Assist and Honda SENSING safety package. Its key change is the addition of a factory-fitted 360° Surround-Vision Camera and front parking sensors, giving the driver a wider view while manoeuvring in tight spaces. The earlier model offered a multi-angle rear camera, while the 360° camera was listed as an accessory.

Honda SENSING continues with Collision Mitigation Braking System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Mitigation, Lead Car Departure Notification and Auto High-Beam. The new model also gets Low Speed Follow with the CVT, which adds convenience in slow-moving traffic by helping maintain a controlled gap from the vehicle ahead.

Safety Area	New Elevate	Old Elevate
Parking Camera	360° Surround-Vision Camera	Multi-angle rear camera; 360° camera as accessory
Front Parking	Front parking sensors	Not offered
Honda SENSING	Continues with established ADAS features	Available with Honda SENSING
Low-Speed Follow	Available with CVT	Not offered
Core Safety	6 airbags, ACE, VSA and Hill Start Assist	6 airbags, ACE, VSA and Hill Start Assist

Engine Transmission: Mostly Unchanged

The new Elevate carries forward the same 1.5 litre i-VTEC DOHC petrol engine, producing 121 PS and 145 Nm. Its 6-speed manual and CVT options also continue, so the update brings no major change to the mechanical package. The brand has retained the existing mechanical package, making the latest model more of an equipment and comfort upgrade than a powertrain revision.

Specification	New Honda Elevate	Old Honda Elevate
Engine	1.5 litre i-VTEC DOHC petrol	1.5 litre i-VTEC DOHC petrol
Power	121 PS	121 PS
Torque	145 Nm	145 Nm
Manual Gearbox	6 speed manual	6 speed manual
Automatic Gearbox	CVT with 7 speed paddle shifters	CVT with 7 speed paddle shifters

Dimensions and Space: No Major Change

The new Honda Elevate retains the same basic dimensions as the earlier model, measuring 4,312 mm long, 1,790 mm wide and 1,650 mm tall. Its 2,650 mm wheelbase and 220 mm ground clearance also remain unchanged, so there is no major difference in its road presence or underbody clearance.

The 458 litre boot and 5 seat layout are also carried forward. This means Honda has kept the existing passenger and luggage space intact while focusing the latest update on styling, comfort and technology rather than changing the SUV’s proportions.

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Dimensions	New Honda Elevate	Old Honda Elevate
Length	4,312 mm	4,312 mm
Width	1,790 mm	1,790 mm
Height	1,650 mm	1,650 mm
Wheelbase	2,650 mm	2,650 mm
Ground Clearance	220 mm	220 mm
Boot Space	458 litres	458 litres
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats

Is the New Elevate a Worthwhile Upgrade?

For an existing Elevate owner, the new model is not a major mechanical upgrade because the engine, transmissions and dimensions remain unchanged. Its appeal comes mainly from the additional comfort, technology and parking assistance, making it more relevant for buyers who want a better equipped version rather than a different driving experience.

For a new buyer, the updated Elevate offers the same familiar mechanical package with a more premium cabin experience at the higher end of the range. This makes the new model more attractive for buyers who place greater importance on cabin comfort, parking technology and premium equipment.

The unchanged 458-litre boot makes the Elevate practical, but buyers seeking more luggage space can explore these cars with the largest boot space in India.

Conclusion

The new Honda Elevate feels like a refined version of an already familiar SUV, rather than a model that tries to change everything. Honda has kept the proven engine, transmissions and space package intact, while directing the update towards areas that owners interact with more often. The ventilated seats, upgraded cabin, refreshed styling and improved parking assistance make the new model feel more premium and easier to use. Overall, it is a sensible upgrade for buyers who want more comfort and features without losing the Elevate’s familiar character.

Want to see how the updated Elevate compares with other SUVs? Check out our Honda Elevate facelift vs rivals comparison.

FAQ about New Honda Elevate

What are the major changes in the new Honda Elevate?
The new Elevate gets updated styling, a more premium cabin, ventilated seats, power-adjustable front seats and improved parking assistance.

Does the new Honda Elevate get a new engine?
No, it continues with the same 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 121 PS and 145 Nm.

Has the Honda Elevate’s boot space changed?
No, the new Elevate continues to offer a 458-litre boot.

Does the new Honda Elevate get a 360-degree camera?
Yes, the new model offers a factory-fitted 360° Surround-Vision Camera along with front parking sensors.

Has the Honda Elevate's ground clearance or boot space changed?
No, the new Elevate retains the 220 mm ground clearance and 458-litre boot of the earlier model.