2026 Honda Elevate Variants Explained, Which One Should You Choose?

Honda Cars India has launched the facelift of the Elevate at Rs 11.80 lakh (Ex-showroom). The new Elevate brings in subtle design changes, new features, and new colour options. However, the brand has not made changes to the nomenclature and the starting price of the new Elevate but it does get some new features for better convenience and safety of the occupants. 

In this piece, we’ll have a look at what each variant of the all-new Honda Elevate has to offer. Read till the end to know which variant is best for you if you are planning to buy the new Honda Elevate SUV. 

Want a quick recap of the facelift first? Our top 5 things to know about the Honda Elevate covers the main changes before you get into the trims.

Honda Elevate Variant & Pricing

The new Elevate is available in 6 variants namely SV, V, VX, ZX, ZX+, and ZX+ Black. These variants start at Rs 11.80 lakh and go up to Rs 18.40 lakh (ex-showroom). All the variants come with a single 1.5-litre NA petrol engine producing 121 PS of power and 145 Nm of peak torque. Depending on the variant the transmission option offers a 6-speed manual transmission and a CVT gearbox. 

Variant	Ex-Showroom Price
SV	Rs 11.80 Lakh
V	Rs 12.29 Lakh to Rs 13.79 Lakh
VX	Rs 13.93 Lakh to Rs 15.39 Lakh
ZX	Rs 15.39 Lakh to 16.89 Lakh
ZX+	Rs 16.88 Lakh to Rs 18.38 Lakh
ZX+ Black	Rs 16.90 Lakh to Rs 18.40 Lakh

Honda Elevate SV

The SV is the base variant of the Elevate lineup priced at Rs 11.80 lakh (ex-showroom). This variant is available with a single 6-speed manual gearbox option. The brand has decently equipped this variant with useful features to make the customer feel valued and comfortable. The features of the SV variant are as follows.

Exterior	Interior
LED DRLs, LED Turn Signal	Shadow Beige & Black Interior Theme
LED Projector Headlamp	Shadow Beige Fabric Seats
LED Tail Lamps	Fully Automatic Climate Control
Chrome Grille Moulding	Max Cool Mode
Front & Rear Bumper Skid Garnish	Push Button Start/Stop
Integrated Spoiler	Power Adjustable ORVMs
Body Coloured ORVMs with Turn Signals	Tilt & Telescopic Steering Wheel
16-inch Steel Wheels	Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Shark Fin Antenna	Front Armrest with Storage
60:40 Split Rear Seat
Front & Rear Charging Mode
Rear AC Vent, All-4 Power Windows

The SV variant has all the necessary features that can keep occupants happy inside the cabin. However, it may look like a stripped down version judging by the wheels but on the exterior, good thing is that the brand didn’t strip the base variant of things like LED lighting, body coloured panels and door handles. 

Honda Elevate V

The V is the second-in-line variant of the Elevate, now this variant is priced at Rs 12.37 lakh to Rs 13.87 lakhs (ex-showroom). This variant adds an option of CVT gearbox to make the driving experience easier and more convenient. Additionally, the V trim offers additional convenience and comfort features compared to the SV.

Features of V variant over the SV

Exterior	Interior
16-inch Wheels with Full Wheel Cover	8-inch Touchscreen Infotainment
Rear Defogger	Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
-	Steering Mounted Audio & Call Buttons
-	Rear Camera with Guidelines
-	Honda Connect
-	Paddle Shifters (CVT Only)
-	Remote Engine Start (CVT Only)
-	4 Speakers

On the exterior front, the V variant just brings two things over the SV, but on the inside the addition of a touchscreen, wireless connectivity, a rear camera, a CVT gearbox option all of these change the overall experience of the cabin and offer added convenience.

Honda Elevate VX 

Now coming to the mid-spec variant of the lineup, the VX variant comes at a price tag of Rs 13.93 lakh (ex-showroom). This variant offers the same transmission option as the V variant but adds a lot more to the kitty whether it is on the exterior front or on the features.

Features of VX variant over the V

Exterior	Interior
17-inch Alloy Wheels with Dual-Tone Finish	Premium Fabric Seats with Stitching
LED Projector Fog Lamps	Leather Wrapped Steering & Gear Knob
Roof Rail Garnish	Premium Dual-Tone Interior
Electric Sunroof	6-Speaker Audio System
Power Folding ORVM with Auto Fold	Walk Away Auto Lock
Rear Wiper & Washer	Wireless Charging
Automatic Headlamp	Ambient Lighting on Centre Console & Footwell
-	Lane Watch Camera
-	Soft-touch Door Armrest
-	Seat Back Pockets
-	LED Cabin Illumination

The VX variant is one of the most value for money variants in the Elevate lineup. It offers all the essential features, some feel good premium features for enhanced ownership experience. 

Honda Elevate ZX

The ZX is a part of top end trim of the Elevate lineup and this trim starts at Rs 15.39 lakh (ex-showroom). This trim brings in more features over the variants mentioned above. 

Features of ZX variant over VX

Exterior	Interior
Dual-Tone Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels with Dark Finish	10.25-inch HD Touchscreen Infotainment
17-inch Wheels	Frameless Auto-Dimming IRVM
Black Painted Lower Garnish	Premium Full Leather Seats
-	8-Speaker Audio System
-	Rear Centre Armrest with Cup holders
-	Honda Sensing Level 2 ADAS
-	Front Ventilated Seats
-	Side & Rear View Monitor

The ZX variant is another good option for potential Elevate buyers. This variant adds premium appeal to the cabin, a larger touchscreen and enhanced safety with Level 2 ADAS features. 

Honda Elevate ZX+

The Elevate ZX+ is the top-of-the-line variant and it offers all the bells and whistles one can expect in a top-spec version. This variant is priced between Rs 16.88 lakh to Rs 18.38 lakh (ex-showroom). 

Features of ZX+ variant over the ZX

Exterior	Interior
Dual-Tone Exterior Colour Options	360-Degree Camera
-	8-Way Powered Driver & 4-Way Powered Co-Driver Seat
-	Rear Seat Ventilation
-	Front Parking Sensors

When you compare the ZX+ with ZX, it brings in very few updates. However, it gets the most significant feature additions as part of the Elevate facelift. These premium features come at an additional cost, but they are not deal-breakers. This variant is for buyers who don’t want to compromise on features. 

Honda Elevate ZX+ Black 

The ZX+ Black, as the name suggests, offers an all-black exterior and interior compared to the regular versions. Based on the ZX+, it offers all the features available in that variant. For the black interior and exterior, customers need to pay Rs 2,000 extra. 

Which Variant You Should Choose?

For potential buyers, the VX variant seems to be the most value-for-money option, as it offers almost everything you need in a car. This comes with the option of both manual and CVT gearbox option, offers company fitted audio system and touchscreen among other features. The ZX variant is also worth considering for those who want additional premium features, while the top-spec versions are better suited to buyers who do not want to miss out on any interior features. 

Car Junction Insights

The Honda Elevate facelift is a minor update on the exterior front to make it look distinctive from the previous model. It does not bring major changes to the vehicle, especially on the inside. The cabin continues to offer a neat layout and good space, which have always been among the strong points of the Elevate. While the facelift does not change much in terms of the overall package, the addition of more features to the higher variants makes the SUV more appealing to buyers looking for a premium experience. The brand has also retained a good number of safety and standard features from the base variant, giving the Elevate an edge in the mid-size SUV segment.

If you're wondering whether the facelift is worth choosing over the outgoing car, see our Honda Elevate old vs new comparison.