One’s a SUV while the other is a sedan. But, let’s explore their differences in detail 

The Honda Elevate recently went on sale as the carmaker’s second compact SUV, following the BR-V. This new global SUV shares many similarities with the Honda City sedan. Both are priced between Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh, based on the same platform, equipped with the same petrol engine, and offer similar features.

If you are struggling to choose between the Honda sedan and SUV, here’s a quick comparison of their key differences besides their appearance:

Price Check

The introductory prices of the Elevate are lower compared to the City. The starting price is Rs 71,000 lower, but as you climb the variants, the price difference decreases. The top-end variants have a price gap of just Rs 4,000 to Rs 19,000. Both models are available in four variants, but only the City offers a hybrid powertrain option.

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Powertrains

The City and Elevate share the same 1.5-litre petrol engine, delivering identical performance figures. However, the sedan offers slightly better fuel economy due to its lighter weight and potentially better aerodynamic efficiency compared to the SUV. 

However, the sedan variant can be equipped with a strong-hybrid petrol engine, which claims an efficiency of up to 27.13kmpl. 

Size Check

The City is longer than the Elevate due to its three-box layout. However, the Elevate is wider, which may result in slightly more comfort for three passengers at the back. The taller nature of the SUV provides better headroom, while the City has its own appeal with its low-slung sedan stance. 

On paper, the boot space of the City is slightly larger than the Elevate. However, since the SUV has an upright boot, it may be able to accommodate the same number of suitcases. 

With 54mm more ground clearance, the Elevate offers better practicality on Indian roads, which are often plagued with potholes and uneven speed breakers. 

Practicality Check

The Honda Elevate, like the City, offers practical features in its cabin. It includes cupholders in the center console, storage in the front armrest, phone storage space below the AC console, a small storage box behind the gear lever, bottle holders in each door, and special phone-pockets in the back of the front seats.

Features

Both the Honda Elevate and the Honda City are well-equipped, but there are some minor differences. Here they are:

The Honda Elevate has a larger touchscreen infotainment system in its cabin, giving it an advantage over the City. 

Safety Features

The Elevate has dual front airbags as standard, while the City features four airbags as standard. Apart from this, both models have the same safety features, including the Honda Sense suite of advanced driver assistance systems. The City has received a five-star safety rating in the ASEAN NCAP. Based on internal crash testing of the Elevate, we expect the SUV to achieve a strong 4- or 5-star safety rating. 

Which Honda To Pick?

With so many similarities in terms of the value offered by the Honda Elevate and Honda City, your choice will ultimately depend on personal preference: the tall-seating and higher ground clearance of an SUV, or the classic low-slung seating and handling of a sedan. Let us know which one you would pick in the comments below. 

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