By Akash Pandey
Honda is witnessing a surge in demand for its made-for-India SUV, the Honda Elevate, resulting in a waiting period of up to six months.
The SUV's higher-spec variants, VX and ZX, account for over 60% of total bookings and waiting period of around six months. The SV and V variants may be delivered in around two to three months.
The introductory prices for the Honda Elevate range from Rs. 11 lakh for the entry-level SV variant and go up to Rs. 16 lakh for the top-spec ZX variant with a CVT automatic gearbox.
Honda Elevate houses a 1.5-liter naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 121hp of power and 145Nm of peak torque. It comes with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-step CVT transmission.
Honda Elevate has managed to find a footing in a highly competitive industry, competing against established rivals such as Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara.