The 2026 Honda Elevate Facelift is set to launch on October 6, 2026, with bookings for the SUV now officially open at a token amount of Rs 21,000. Interested customers can reserve their units via the brand’s authorised dealership network. The facelifted SUV is likely to undergo several design and feature changes, while retaining its existing powertrain options. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming Honda Elevate facelift SUV: –
2026 Honda Elevate Facelift – What To Expect?
Going by the official teasers, the 2026 Elevate will feature a bolder gloss-black grille with honeycomb detailing and a connected light bar at the top. The bumper is also likely to get a slight visual change. However, its bi-projector LED headlamps remain unchanged.
Another significant change comes in the form of an LED connected taillamp setup with an illuminated part in the centre, which is currently a dummy unit in the existing model.
Inside, the new Elevate is likely to retain the same dashboard layout as the existing model, albeit with new multi-colour ambient lighting and white leatherette upholstery, which should enhance the overall feel inside the cabin. Both of these features are currently available as official accessories. Additionally, the SUV is also likely to get an updated infotainment system, front parking sensors, and ventilated front seats, along with power adjustment for the driver.
Besides, amenities like wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a semi-digital instrument cluster, a single-pane sunroof, automatic climate control, rear AC vents, a 360-degree camera with blind-view monitor, hill assist, and a level-2 ADAS suite, etc., are likely to remain unchanged.
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Honda Elevate facelift: Powertrain Details
The Honda Elevate is likely to remain mechanically unchanged. It is likely to be powered by the same 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine (121PS/145Nm), offered with both manual and automatic transmission options.
| Engine | 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol |
| Max Power | 121 PS |
| Peak Torque | 145 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT/CVT |
| Claimed Fuel Efficiency (ARAI-claimed) | 15.31 kmpl (MT)/16.92 kmpl (CVT) |
*MT- Manual Transmission, CVT- Continuously Variable Transmission (automatic)
We would have liked Honda to use this opportunity to introduce a hybrid powertrain with the SUV. However, there is little indication that this is likely to happen.
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Expected Price and Rivals
Honda is expected to price the new Elevate from Rs 12 lakh to Rs 17.5 lakh (ex-showroom). Once launched, it will continue to lock horns with the MG Astor, Maruti Suzuki Victoris & Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Toyota Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun.
