Honda Elevate
| Honda Elevate | |
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_front.jpg) 2024 Honda WR-V Z+ (Japan) | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| Model code | DG5[1] |
| Also called | Honda WR-V (Japan) |
| Production | August 2023 – present |
| Assembly | India: Tapukara, Rajasthan (HCIL) |
| Designer | Chachawal Prapai, Andhika Dimas Dwiputra, Nirmay, Kaushal Abhay Dabak[2] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel-drive |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Power output | 89 kW (119 hp; 121 PS) |
| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm (104.3 in) |
| Length | 4,312 mm (169.8 in) |
| Width | 1,790 mm (70.5 in) |
| Height | 1,650 mm (65.0 in) |
The Honda Elevate is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced by Honda since 2023. It was introduced in June 2023 in India. It is also marketed in Japan as the Honda WR-V which went on sale in 2024.[3]
According to Honda, the name Elevate is a backronym, which the name represents 'empowerment, liberation, exploration, versatility, aspiration, transformation and evolution'.[4]
Overview
[edit]The Elevate was unveiled in India on 6 June 2023.[5] Developed by Honda R&D Asia Pacific in Thailand under the lead of Large Project Leader Munetsugu Kaneko,[6] the Elevate is built on the Global Small Car platform which also underpins the seventh-generation City. Its exterior dimensions are comparable to the Fit-based, global-oriented HR-V/Vezel. It is the only Honda SUV available in India at the time of its introduction, following the demise of the first-generation WR-V.[7]
According to Honda, the boot space is rated at 458 litres (16.2 cu ft). Its ground clearance is claimed at 220 mm (8.7 in), and the turning radius is 5.2 m (17.1 ft). It is also available with optional single-pane sunroof, and Honda Sensing, a advanced driver-assistance systems package.[8]
The Elevate is equipped with the 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine shared with the City. Peak output for this engine is rated at 89 kW (119 hp; 121 PS) and 145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft) of torque. This engine is also designed to run on E20 fuel.[8] Honda stated that the Elevate will be available as a battery electric vehicle "in the next three years".[6]
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Markets
[edit]Japan
[edit]The vehicle was introduced in Japan on 16 November 2023 as the Honda WR-V.[9] Imported from India, the WR-V is marketed in three variants, namely X, Z, and Z+.[10] Honda Japan targets monthly sales of 3,000 units.[11]
South Africa
[edit]The Elevate was launched in South Africa on 23 February 2024, it is available in two trim levels: Comfort (manual) and Elegance (CVT).[12]
References
[edit]- ^ "Honda Elevate to debut in Japan as the new Honda WR-V". Team-BHP. Retrieved 2023-11-25.
- ^ "JP, 1738112, S". www.j-platpat.inpit.go.jp. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
- ^ https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2024/01/dafbafe8ae2a-japan-automakers-tap-foreign-models-to-drive-sales-of-outdoorsy-cars.html
- ^ Lye, Gerard (2023-06-06). "2023 Honda Elevate debuts in India – new B-segment SUV with 1.5L NA; 6MT or CVT; Honda Sensing suite". Paul Tan. Malaysia: Driven Communications. Retrieved 2023-06-07.
- ^ https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/honda-new-crossover-report-a5100-20230503
- ^ a b Dhingra, Mayank; Thakkar, Ketan (2023-06-06). "Honda unveils new Elevate SUV in India, aims to attract mid-size SUV buyers". Autocar Professional. Retrieved 2023-07-23.
- ^ "Honda Elevate makes its global debut in India". Autocar India. 2023-06-06. Retrieved 2023-06-06.
- ^ a b "Honda Elevate Compact SUV Unveiled In India Ahead Of October Launch". carandbike. Retrieved 2023-06-06.
- ^ Pappas, Thanos (November 16, 2023). "2024 Honda WR-V Debuts In Japan As Brand's First Model Imported From India". Carscoops.
- ^ "ホンダが新型コンパクトSUV「WR-V」をオフィシャルサイトで先行公開 【ニュース】". webCG (in Japanese). 2023-11-16. Retrieved 2023-11-16.
- ^ Dalvi, Ajit. "Honda exports nearly 7,000 Elevate SUVs to Japan". Autocar India. Retrieved 2024-03-14.
- ^ Taylor, Michael (2024-02-22). "Honda launches new entry-level Elevate SUV in South Africa – Pricing". TopAuto. Retrieved 2024-02-23.
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