Honda Elevate facelift launch live: Features, engines, price and everything you need to know

Live blogHonda Elevate facelift launch live updates: Honda Cars India is set to launch the facelifted Elevate today, with revised styling, additional features and cabin updates, while continuing with the existing petrol engine. Honda Cars India is scheduled to launch the facelifted Elevate SUV in India today, October 6. The updated mid-size SUV gets refreshed exterior styling, a more feature-packed cabin and additional equipment, while continuing with the existing petrol powertrain. India will be the first market globally to receive the facelifted Elevate. Bookings for the new Elevate are already open at Honda dealerships across the country for Rs 21,000. With the update, Honda is looking to strengthen the Elevate's presence in the highly competitive mid-size SUV segment. ...Read MoreOct 6, 2026 17:08 ISTNo hybrid option expectedHonda's strong-hybrid powertrain, available with the City, is unlikely to be introduced with the Elevate facelift. For now, the updated SUV continues with the existing naturally aspirated petrol engine. Oct 6, 2026 17:07 ISTHonda Elevate facelift: Engine and gearbox optionsThe Elevate facelift retains Honda's 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol engine, delivering around 121hp and 145Nm of torque. It is offered with a 6-speed manual gearbox or a CVT automatic transmission. Oct 6, 2026 17:04 ISTHonda Elevate facelift: RivalsThe Honda Elevate facelift competes in the crowded mid-size SUV segment, taking on rivals such as the Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Renault Duster and Nissan Tekton.Oct 6, 2026 17:00 ISTFacelift marks the Elevate's first major changeThe facelift marks the first major update to the Honda Elevate since its launch in India. The SUV gets a revised front-end design, with changes to the grille, bumper and lighting elements giving it a fresher look. The updates are aimed at keeping the Elevate's design current while maintaining its familiar overall shape.