Honda has launched the Elevate Black Edition, with prices starting at ₹15.51 lakh for the standard version and ₹15.71 lakh for the Signature Black Edition (ex-showroom). This new variant joins the existing Elevate Apex Edition, which debuted last year. Available with both manual and CVT automatic gearbox options, the Elevate Black Edition adds a premium, stealthy aesthetic to Honda’s mid-size SUV lineup.
What’s New in the Elevate Black Edition?
Exterior and Interior Updates
The Honda Elevate Black Edition stands out with its Crystal Black Pearl exterior paint, complemented by an all-black interior and alloy wheels.
- Standard Black Edition (₹15.51 lakh):
- Features silver accents on the lower door panels, upper grille, and roof rails.
- Signature Black Edition (₹15.71 lakh):
- Replaces all silver elements with black accents.
- Adds a premium touch with seven-color ambient interior lighting.
Features
The Black Edition retains all features from the standard Elevate SUV, ensuring a tech-loaded and safe driving experience:
- Safety: Six airbags, Honda Sensing (camera-based ADAS).
- Comfort and Convenience: Leatherette upholstery, single-pane sunroof, automatic headlights and wipers.
- Infotainment: 10.25-inch touchscreen, semi-analog instrument cluster with 7.0-inch TFT display.
Performance
There are no mechanical changes in the Black Edition. It is powered by the same 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine:
- Power: 121hp
- Transmission Options:
- Manual
- CVT Automatic (₹20,000 extra for automatic variants).
Prices for the CVT automatic variants start at ₹16.73 lakh and ₹16.93 lakh for the standard and Signature Black Editions, respectively.
Honda Elevate Black Edition vs. Competition
The Elevate Black Edition competes directly with other special-edition SUVs like:
- Hyundai Creta Knight Edition
- MG Astor Blackstorm
- Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Black Edition
In the broader mid-size SUV segment, the standard Honda Elevate rivals popular models such as:
- Hyundai Creta (segment leader with ~15,000 monthly sales).
- Kia Seltos
- Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
- Toyota Hyryder
- Škoda Kushaq
- Volkswagen Taigun
While Honda’s Elevate lineup has faced lower-than-expected sales compared to rivals, the addition of the Black Edition aims to attract buyers seeking a bold, premium look.
Availability
According to dealerships, the Honda Elevate Black Edition will be available for display starting next week.
With the Elevate Black Edition, Honda offers an attractive, feature-rich alternative in the fiercely competitive mid-size SUV segment.
