Honda Cars India has introduced a new variant of the ELEVATE compact SUV, called the ADV Edition. The ex-showroom price of this special edition starts at ₹15.29 lakh, with the top-end dual-tone CVT version priced at ₹16.66 lakh.
This new edition is positioned above existing trims and brings a fresh, more adventurous design tone. While the core mechanicals remain unchanged—retaining the same 1.5-litre NA petrol engine, manual and CVT transmission options—the ADV Edition focuses on unique styling and cosmetic upgrades aimed at buyers looking for a bold urban-SUV image.
The exterior of the ADV Edition stands out with features such as a distinctive front grille, blacked-out ORVMs (outside-rear-view mirrors), shark-fin antenna, and alloy wheels styled specifically for the variant. Select body-colour accents and an “ADV” badge amplify its rugged persona. Interior upgrades include black upholstery with contrasting stitching, ambient lighting and logoes marking it as a special edition.
The ELEVATE itself offers strong fundamentals: a 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine (delivering around 120 hp and 145 Nm), choice of 6-speed manual or 7-speed CVT, and a well-engineered safety package. The ELEVATE has also been marketed with Honda’s Sensing driver-assistance features and a 458-litre boot capacity.
With the ADV Edition, Honda seeks to offer more than just another trim upgrade—it aims to capture buyers who want an SUV with attitude and more visible differentiation in a crowded segment. The new variant enables Honda to broaden the appeal of the ELEVATE lineup without altering the core product or its powertrain.
For prospective buyers, the key decision factor will be: does the added cost deliver enough visual and feature value? Since the mechanicals are unchanged, the premium is largely for styling and exclusivity. In the highly competitive compact-SUV market in India—featuring rivals like the Hyundai CRETA and Kia Seltos—such special editions can help sharpen differentiation.
Overall, the ELEVATE ADV Edition reflects Honda’s strategy of offering “upgrade without overhaul” in mature model cycles—giving current buyers an incremental option and attracting new buyers seeking style-led variants.