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Industry News / 16 February 2026 / Partner

Honda Elevate – The compact SUV with big personality

The Honda Elevate is a compact SUV that delivers excellent performance in a trendy design that turns heads.

Its starting price offers South Africans exceptional value, at R371,000 once-off or R3,899 per month.

This price includes a five-year or 200,000km warranty, a four-year or 60,000km service plan, and three years of roadside assistance.

At this affordable price point, the Honda Elevate punches well above its weight while providing superior comfort relative to other vehicles in its segment.

The Honda Elevate is available in two trims – the base model Comfort and the more feature-rich Elegance.

We unpack what the Honda Elevate offers, below.

Performance and safety

The Honda Elevate is an affordable, do-it-all SUV powered by a 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine that produces 89kW of power and 145Nm of torque.

This has been paired with a six-speed manual transmission in the Comfort and a refined CVT in the Elegance – both of which deliver a super-responsive driving experience.

Adding to this is 220mm of ground clearance, allowing drivers to approach South African roads – urban, gravel, or pothole-ridden – with confidence.

The impressive performance of the Honda Elevate is complemented by many safety and driving assistance features, such as ABS, EBD, VSA, and rear parking sensors.

These features ensure a smooth driving experience even during the busiest times on the road.

The parking sensors are also aided by a multi-angle rear-view camera, which simplifies reversing and parking in tight spaces.

Safety is further enhanced by six airbags and Honda’s advanced ACE body structure, which absorbs and redirects crash energy away from occupants.

Convenience and comfort

The Honda Elevate’s interior prioritises convenience and comfort, with plenty of legroom and a 458L boot for all models.

This considerable space is more than enough for luggage, shopping, or holiday travel gear.

Features such as keyless entry and automatic air conditioning enhance this convenience and ensure that every drive is comfortable.

A 7-inch touchscreen that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto completes these features for both models.

The Elegance model takes this one step further, with an enhanced interior that offers soft-touch surfaces and eco-friendly leather upholstery.

This trim also includes wireless charging, paddle shifters, and an upgraded six-speaker sound system.

Book a test drive

Book a test drive in the Honda Elevate and get a first-hand taste of its features and how it will enhance your driving experience.

Explore Honda Elevate deals at a participating dealer near you.

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