Honda has really made people sit up and take notice with the launch of the new Elevate in 2023. At last Honda built an affordable car in one of SA’s busiest segments: the compact crossover segment where contenders are clamouring to get to the top.
Honda Elevate (2024) First Drive Review
The Honda Elevate is compact in size, yet roomy on the inside, and it’s equipped with much more than just the basics. Honda has successfully identified what small families want in 2024 and loaded it all into their new budget-beater that’s set to give competitors a run for its money.
If you’re wondering how much the cheapest model costs, we have the pricing for you, but what do you get?
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Pricing and highlights in the Honda Elevate 1.5 Comfort model, priced at R369 900.
The entry-level model is where most South Africans will probably spend their money and it’s a pretty good deal, if you can live with a manual gearbox (6-speed), and cloth seats. The rest of the spec sheet is pretty impressive - you get the following:
- Keyless entry
- a stop/start button,
- ABS, EBD, traction and stability control,
- hill-start assistance,
- two airbags,
- climate control,
- rake/reach/telescopic adjustment for the steering wheel with satellite controls,
- Bluetooth,
- an infotainment touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto,
- four-speaker sound system,
- 2 USB ports in front,
- a 12V power socket in the front and rear
- child locks,
- ISOFIX on the outer rear seats,
- 4 x electric windows,
- electrically adjustable/folding side mirrors,
- a front central armrest,
- 60:40 split rear seats,
- daytime running lamps, LED headlamps, headlight levelling,
- side indicators in mirror housings,
- park distance control in the rear along with a rearview camera.
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What do you get if you spend R429 900 and buy the 1.5 Elegance model?
You get everything that’s standard in the Comfort, but the main attractions in the flagship model are:
- faux leather seats and leather-covered steering wheel,
- the panoramic sunroof,
- 6 airbags,
- silver roof rails,
- a digital instrument cluster
- a self-shifting CVT gearbox for easier commutes in heavy traffic.
- a 6-speakers sound system
- an armrest for passengers in row 2
- front fog lamps (LED).
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Verdict
Whether you opt for the cheaper manual model or the more expensive automatic flagship, you’re sure to have many years of reliable service of your Elevate, after all - it’s a Honda!
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