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Honda Elevate

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation Built on Honda’s latest compact SUV platform with improved safety and structural strength Current version Original current-generation version Body style SUV
Elevate is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 399,900
On-road in
ZAR 413,799
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 399,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 4,200
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,600
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,100
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 3,000
Insurance
ZAR 3,999
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 399,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 6,488/month Based on 1.5 Comfort Manual Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1498cc (1.5L) Torque:145Nm (107 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:220mm (8.7″) Power:119kW (160 bhp) Boot458L (16.2 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 16.1 km/l (38 mpg)
City 13 km/l (31 mpg)
Highway 17 km/l (40 mpg)
User Reported 12–14 city / 15–18 hwy km/l Medium confidence · 18 reviews

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Honda Elevate in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 6,488
Total Interest
ZAR 94,269
Total Payable
ZAR 389,269
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.5 Comfort Manual. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Honda Elevate

Elevate is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

A proper look at the Elevate begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a 6-Speed Manual transmission sits beside a two-wheel drive drivetrain, while a front-wheel drive drivetrain sets a practical boundary. The Elevate has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. The useful starting points are a power output of 119 kW and a 6-Speed Manual transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. The Elevate is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between Petrol power, a South African price reference of R369,900 and engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol. For a buyer searching the Elevate price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. Engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol describes the opportunity; a power output of 119 kW and a 6-Speed Manual transmission describe the conditions around it. Here, an SUV body sits beside Petrol power, while a South African price reference of R369,900 sets a practical boundary. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R369,900, engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 119 kW. Here, engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol sits beside a power output of 119 kW, while a 6-Speed Manual transmission sets a practical boundary for Elevate. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for Elevate. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for Elevate. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a 6-Speed Manual transmission, a two-wheel drive drivetrain and a front-wheel drive drivetrain for Elevate. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for family travel, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for Elevate. A South African price reference of R369,900 describes the opportunity; engine of 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 119 kW describe the conditions around it for Elevate. A realistic load, route and monthly-distance check will reveal whether the package earns its place on the shortlist for Elevate

Honda Elevate — Quick Facts

Honda Elevate Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5 Comfort Manual Base Petrol Efficiency16.4 km/l Manual ZAR 369,900
1.5 Elegance CVT Top Petrol Efficiency16.1 km/l CVT ZAR 399,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.5 Comfort Manual Base Petrol Efficiency16.4 km/l Manual ZAR 369,900
1.5 Elegance CVT Top Petrol Efficiency16.1 km/l CVT ZAR 399,900
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Honda Elevate Specifications

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Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Model Introduced Year
2023
Body Style
SUV
Vehicle Type
SUV
Generation
Built on Honda’s latest compact SUV platform with improved safety and structural strength
Color Note
White, Silver, Grey, Blue, Red, Black
Facelift History
Recently introduced model with latest design language and modern features
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
Production Status
active
Segment
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1240 kg
Length
4312 mm
Width
1790 mm
Height
1650 mm
Wheelbase
2650 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
220 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
Boot/Cargo Space
458 l
Kerb Weight
1240 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1680 kg
Payload Capacity
400 kg
Towing Capacity
1200 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Number of Rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.2 m
Front Headroom
1015 mm
Rear Headroom
980 mm
Front Legroom
1040 mm
Rear Legroom
995 mm
Engine
1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1498 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
119 kW
Maximum Torque
145 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
FWD
Transmission
CVT
Top Speed
180 km/h
0-100 km/h
12.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
96 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
116.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain
4x2
Gearbox
CVT Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Front Wheel Drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x2
Low Range
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
CVT Automatic
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable Transmission
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
40
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
16.1 km/l
City Mileage
13 km/l
Highway Mileage
17 km/l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
Real-world Mileage
16.0 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Passenger Airbag
6
Alarm System
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
6
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Driver Airbag
6
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
EBD
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Driver Passenger Airbags
6
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
AEB
Not Available
BA
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear View Camera
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Reversing Camera
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Auto Lights
LED Projector
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Seat Material
Leather
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
6
Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Seat Trim
Leather
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Spacious cabin with touchscreen infotainment, wireless connectivity, digital displays, and comfortable seating
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Interior Colours
6
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Electric
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
Driver Seat
Driver Electric
Driver Seat Adjustment
Driver Electric
Fabric Seats
Leather
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Wireless Charger
Standard
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control
Power Windows
All Doors Auto
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Push Button Start
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
458 l
AC Type
Automatic Climate Control
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Climate Zones
Automatic Climate Control
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Engine Warranty
24 Months
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.2
Panoramic Roof
Electric Sunroof
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Doors Auto
Push Button Start
Standard
Rev Matching
Not Available
Seat Type
Leather
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Voice Command
Built-in
Voice Command Support
Built-in
Accelerator 0 100
12.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Automatic Climate Control
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Common Rail Injection
Multi-Point Fuel Injection
Diff Lock
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Lift Gate
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Automatic Climate Control
Mirror
All Doors Auto
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Smart Key
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Smart Key
Rim Size
17-inch Alloy
Roof Rack Compatibility
Standard
Sonar
Front and Rear
Sound System
8
Source Model Column
elevate
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Sub Frame
Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
TPMS
Standard
Trim Level
top
Unlocking
Smart Key
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Vdc
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart Key
Walk Away Lock
Smart Key
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
8
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Voice Recognition
Built-in
Infotainment System
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Display Audio
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Navigation System
Built-in
Audio System
8
Audio Speakers
8
Infotainment Display
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Infotainment Screen Size
10.25-inch Touchscreen inches
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Android Auto
Wireless
Touchscreen
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
Voice Control
Built-in
Connected Services
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Exterior Colour Options
6
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors Auto
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Headlamp Levelling
LED Projector
Headlamps
LED Projector
Headlight Type
LED Projector
Headlights
LED Projector
Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
17-inch Alloy
Roof Rails
Standard
Fog Lamps
LED
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
LED Headlamps
LED Projector
Led Headlights
LED Projector
Front Fog Lights
LED
Fog Lights
LED
DRL
LED
Body Type
SUV
Auto Headlights
LED Projector
Automatic Headlamps
LED Projector
Roof Type
Electric Sunroof
Exterior Colour Options
6
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
220 mm
Crawl Control
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Wading Depth
400 mm
Departure Angle
22 deg
Approach Angle
20 deg
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
400 mm
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
22 deg
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
20 deg
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Ground Clearance Min
220 mm
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Tyre Size
215/55 R17
Wheel Material
17-inch Alloy
Wheel Diameter
17-inch Alloy in
Tyre Type
215/55 R17
Wheel Rim Size
17-inch Alloy
Brake Type Rear
Drum
Brake Type Front
Disc
Brakes
Disc
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Wheels
17-inch Alloy
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Front Brake Type
Disc
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Rear Brake Type
Drum
Wheel Type
Alloy
Power Steering
Electric Power Steering
Chassis Type
Monocoque
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Chassis Material
Monocoque
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
Rear Axle Type
Torsion Beam
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Rear Spring Type
Torsion Beam
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Service Plan Distance
24 Months km
Service Plan
24 Months
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
Battery Warranty
24 Months
Approx Service Cost
Moderate
Maintenance Plan
24 Months
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
Service Plan Duration
24 Months
Warranty
3
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Basic Warranty
3
Warranty Kilometers
100000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Warranty Years
3 years
Start Stop System
Standard
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
CO2 Emissions G Km
138
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
CO2 Emissions
138 g/km
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
138
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
18 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
15 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Max
14 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
12 l/100km
Owner Review Count
18
Price Zar
399900 ZAR
Starting Price
399900
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Starting Price Zar
399900
Ownership Role
Top

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Variant
1.5 Elegance CVT
Brand
Honda
Brand Slug
honda
Configuration Note
Petrol / Automatic
Country
South Africa
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Honda
Market
South Africa
Model
Elevate
OEM URL
https://www.honda.co.za/cars/elevate
Source Name
Official OEM South Africa
Source Page URL
https://www.honda.co.za/cars/elevate
Source URL
https://www.honda.co.za/cars/elevate
Fuel Efficiency
16.1 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
6.2 l/100km
Fuel Economy Combined
6.2
Average Fuel Consumption
6.2
Combined Consumption
6.2
Combined Consumption L 100km
6.2 l/100km
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Driving fit

Where the Honda Elevate Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The Honda Elevate is a current South African SUV positioned for families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. A shopper researching Elevate should separate need from showroom appeal. If a 6-Speed Manual transmission solves a problem every week, it deserves real consideration

City
In South African use, the Elevate has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. Around town, Elevate should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration. The relevance of a CVT transmission becomes obvious on a busy weekday, while a CVT Automatic transmission is worth checking before a purchase built around tight parking or frequent loading
Highway
On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Elevate out with the load it normally carries. A two-wheel drive drivetrain gives context, but a number cannot show how a front-wheel drive drivetrain feels on a gradient. For highway buyers, the Elevate needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Check how it tracks on uneven tar, how the transmission responds after a downshift and whether the boot or load area remains usable for Elevate. A front-wheel drive drivetrain helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort for Elevate
Off-Road
If the Elevate will leave smooth tar, test the actual road rather than the image around it. Check a CVT Automatic transmission against the stated drivetrain. The rough-road question has to be answered by hardware for Elevate. On a known gravel or farm access section, inspect clearance, tyre sidewalls, underbody exposure, approach angles and recovery access for Elevate. A two-wheel drive drivetrain may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability for Elevate. Keep the speed and route within what the exact local derivative can support for Elevate
4.2/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.2 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-07-30

Honda Elevate — Should You Buy It?

4.2/5
Sensible space and ownership cover without advanced driver aids
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-07-30

The Honda Elevate is a practical compact SUV built around straightforward mechanicals rather than headline-grabbing performance. Its 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine produces 89 kW and 145 Nm, paired with either a six-speed manual or CVT. Honda claims 6.7 L/100 km for the manual and 6.1 L/100 km for the CVT; an independent launch drive returned an indicated 6.9 L/100 km from the automatic. Space is a stronger selling point. The Elevate combines a 458-litre boot, 199 mm official ground clearance, a flat rear floor and useful rear accommodation. The launch assessment found its ride forgiving, noise suppression good and cabin contact points reasonably substantial, although harder materials reflect the price position. Automatic air conditioning, rear vents, an eight-inch touchscreen and smartphone integration help both derivatives feel complete. The current official specification lists six airbags, stability control, hill-start assistance, rear sensors and a multi-angle reversing camera on both versions. It does not list autonomous emergency braking, lane assistance or blind-spot monitoring, which limits the safety score against newer rivals. Honda specifies no towing capability. On the positive side, ownership cover includes a five-year/200,000 km warranty, four-year/60,000 km service plan and three years of roadside assistance.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 3.8/5 · 20%
3.8/5
Value 4.3/5 · 20%
4.3/5
Practicality 4.4/5 · 20%
4.4/5
Ownership 4.4/5 · 15%
4.4/5
Powertrain suitability 3.8/5 · 15%
3.8/5
Comfort & technology 4.2/5 · 10%
4.2/5

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How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Elevate deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Ownership and cabin detail is not just a brochure exercise: infotainment screen references around 8-inch Touchscreen and 10.25-inch Touchscreen; airbag coverage around 2 and 6; warranty cover listed as 3; service or maintenance cover listed as 24 Months, and trim-by-trim equipment still matters when comparing monthly cost. Elevate is easiest to recommend when the buyer can point to a concrete benefit in a 6-Speed Manual transmission and accept the limitation represented by a South African price reference of R399,900. A fair review of Elevate should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a 6-Speed Manual transmission, a 6-Speed Manual transmission and a two-wheel drive drivetrain can be valuable for the right driver for Elevate. The same package may feel expensive or inconvenient if the vehicle spends its life in a different role for Elevate. Drive the exact version loaded as it will be used, then read the service, warranty, tyre and insurance costs beside the purchase price for Elevate

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R369,900
  • ✓Engine: 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 119 kW
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Gearbox: 6-Speed Manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: 4x2
  • ✓Drive layout: FWD
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Elevate can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Elevate depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Elevate quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Elevate budget.
  • ✕A short Elevate test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Elevate capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Elevate grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Elevate figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Elevate stock and support terms.

Honda Elevate FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Honda Elevate run from R369,900 to R399,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 1.5 Comfort Manual, 1.5 Elegance CVT. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Honda Elevate is 220 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Honda Elevate is 1498 cc, with output shown as 119 kW (160 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the Honda Elevate range: 1.5 Comfort Manual: 16.4 km/l; 1.5 Elegance CVT: 16.1 km/l.

The Honda Elevate is a current South African SUV positioned for families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. A shopper researching Elevate should separate need from showroom appeal.

In South African use, the Elevate has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. Around town, Elevate should be judged by repetition rather than a single burst of acceleration.

On a South African freeway or inter-city road, take the Elevate out with the load it normally carries. A two-wheel drive drivetrain gives context, but a number cannot show how a front-wheel drive drivetrain feels on a gradient.

Buyers researching the Honda Elevate often compare it with rivals such as Geely Coolray , GWM ORA 5 , Omoda C5-X , Suzuki Grand Vitara , Chery Tiggo 7 Pro . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

Compare Honda Elevate with Similar Suvs

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Honda Elevate
VS
Geely Coolray
Elevate vs Coolray
Petrol SUV 3 Variants
Geely Coolray from ZAR 369,900
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Honda Elevate
VS
GWM ORA 5
Elevate vs ORA 5
petrol / hybrid / electric SUV 6 Variants
GWM ORA 5 from ZAR 364,900
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Honda Elevate
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Omoda C5-X
Elevate vs C5-X
Petrol SUV 3 Variants
Omoda C5-X from ZAR 374,900
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Honda Elevate
VS
Suzuki Grand Vitara
Elevate vs Grand Vitara
Petrol SUV 4 Variants
Suzuki Grand Vitara from ZAR 359,900
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Honda Elevate
VS
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro
Elevate vs Tiggo 7 Pro
Petrol SUV 1 Variant
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro from ZAR 389,900
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Data verified against: Honda Official South Africa Website

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