Crossovers competing against the affordable new Honda Elevate

Honda has officially launched its new entry-level SUV in South Africa known as the Elevate.

The Elevate is the brand’s replacement for the WR-V and is available in two specifications with prices ranging from R369,900 to R429,900.

Both versions are equipped with a 1.5-litre petrol engine producing 89kW and 145Nm, which connects to the front wheels.

The base Comfort model uses a five-speed manual and has an average fuel consumption of 6.5l/100km, while the top-spec Elegance is equipped with a CVT and consumers a more frugal 5.8l/100km.

Standard equipment across the range includes 16-inch steel wheels, LED headlights, daytime running lights, fabric seats, automatic air conditioning, keyless entry and start, a multifunction steering wheel, rear parking sensors, a reverse camera, four speakers, an 8.0-inch infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and two airbags.

Consumers who pick up the Elegance can also expect LED fog lamps, automatic headlights, 17-inch dual-tone alloy rims, eco-friendly leather upholstery, a total of six speakers, a wireless phone charger, four more airbags, a 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, and a sunroof.

Each purchase comes with a 5-year/200,000km warranty, a 4-year/60,000km service plan, and a 3-year roadside assistance plan.

The competition

These are the crossovers competing against the new Honda Elevate in South Africa.

Click on the underlined prices for more information.

Chery Tiggo 4 Pro 1.5T Elite

• Starting price – R355,900
• Power – 108kW/210Nm
• Fuel consumption – 7.0l/100km

Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR

• Starting price – R359,700
• Power – 77kW/138Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.1l/100km

Mahindra XUV300 1.5TD W8

• Starting price – R378,099
• Power – 86kW/300Nm
• Fuel consumption – 4.8l/100km

Mazda CX-3 2.0 Active

• Starting price – R379,300
• Power – 115kW/206Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.9l/100km

Haval Jolion 1.5T Luxury

• Starting price – R389,450
• Power – 105kW/210Nm
• Fuel consumption – 7.5l/100km

Renault Duster 1.5dCi Zen

• Starting price – R397,999
• Power – 66kW/210Nm
• Fuel consumption – 5.1l/100km

VW T-Cross 1.0TSI 70kW Comfortline

• Starting price – R401,000
• Power – 74kW/160Nm
• Fuel consumption – 5.0l/100km

Suzuki Grand Vitara 1.5 GLX

• Starting price – R407,900
• Power – 77kW/138Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.0l/100km

Mitsubishi ASX 2.0 ES

• Starting price – R409,990
• Power – 110kW/197Nm
• Fuel consumption – 7.5l/100km

BAIC Beijing X55 1.5T Dynamic

• Starting price – R429,900
• Power – 130kW/305Nm
• Fuel consumption – 7.2l/100km

Opel Crossland 1.2T Edition

• Starting price – R429,900
• Power – 81kW/205Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.2l/100km

Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2T Feel

• Starting price – R433,900
• Power – 81kW/205Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.5l/100km

Omoda C5 1.5T 230T Tech

• Starting price – R447,900
• Power – 115kW/230Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.9l/100km

Proton X50 1.5T Standard

• Starting price – R449,900
• Power – 110kW/226Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.5l/100km

Hyundai Creta 1.5 Premium

• Starting price – R469,500
• Power – 84kW/144Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.5l/100km

Peugeot 2008 1.2T Active

• Starting price – R469,900
• Power – 96kW/230Nm
• Fuel consumption – 6.5l/100km