Honda Elevate VX Variant Analysis: Is It Best Value For Money Option?

Modified On Sep 10, 2023 12:02 PM By Rohit for Honda Elevate

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The VX is the variant to go for if you want the Honda Elevate with a sunroof

Honda Elevate

The Honda Elevate’s second-to-top VX variant packs in a lot of premium touches over the previous Elevate V trim. At a price increment of under Rs 1.5 lakh, it gets many comfort, convenience and safety features. Do these feature additions make the ideal value for money option of the Honda SUV without stretching to the top variant? Let’s find out:

Variant	1.5-litre Petrol-MT	1.5-litre Petrol-CVT
VX	Rs 13.50 lakh	Rs 14.60 lakh
ZX	Rs 14.90 lakh	Rs 16 lakh
Difference	Rs 1.4 lakh	Rs 1.4 lakh

Why Consider The Elevate VX?

Honda Elevate single-pane sunroof

For a premium of under Rs 1.4 lakh, the Honda Elevate VX gets a lot more in the form of comfort, safety and even convenience features over the V variant justifying the price jump. Honda has equipped it with a single-pane sunroof, wireless phone charging, a 7-inch TFT semi-digital driver’s display, LaneWatch camera, and even a 6-speaker music system.

	Exterior	Interior	Comfort and Convenience	Infotainment	Safety
Highlight features	LED projector fog lamps 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels	Fabric upholstery with stitching Leather gear selector knob Leather-wrapped steering wheel	7-inch semi-digital driver display Wireless phone charging Single-pane sunroof	8-inch touchscreen Connected car tech 6-speaker music system (including 2 tweeters)	LaneWatch camera Hill assist Rear wiper and washer
Other features	LED headlights with LED DRLs ORVM-mounted turn indicators	Black and beige cabin theme Front centre armrest Ambient lighting	Auto-folding ORVMs Push-button start/stop Height-adjustable driver seat Auto AC with rear vents Remote engine start (CVT) Paddle shifters (CVT)	Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Voice recognition	ISOFIX child seat anchorages Dual front airbags Reversing camera with guidelines ESC
Upgrade to ZX if you want	Chrome finished outside door handles Dual-tone paint option Gloss black finish for the grille	Brown and black cabin theme Leatherette upholstery Rear centre armrest with cupholder Smartphone holders in front seat back pockets	Vanity mirror with lid and illumination Auto-dimming IRVM	10.25-inch touchscreen 8-speaker surround sound system (including 4 tweeters)	Six airbags ADAS

Honda Elevate LaneWatch camera

Why Skip The Elevate VX?

While the VX variant of the Honda Elevate gets a lot of features for a suitable premium over the Elevate V variant, it still might leave you wanting for more. The best features of the Elevate are limited to the top-spec ZX including the 10.25-inch touchscreen and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for a premium of less than Rs 1.5 lakh. Also, do note that if you want the Elevate in a dual-tone paint option, it’s only possible with the fully loaded ZX CVT variant.

Variant	Verdict
SV	The variant of our choice if you wish to buy the petrol-MT option. Accessorise it and skip upgrading to V variant.
V	Only pick if you want the Elevate with an automatic gearbox on a budget. Else, go to the next variant.
VX	Gets a lot more tech at a justifiable premium. Can be skipped if you want the full premium Honda experience.
ZX	Pick it for a better cabin experience, more tech, safety features and dual-tone paint option.