Honda Elevate and Tata Nexon might belong to separate segments in our market, but there is bound to be a large overlap in the price range of the two that could be quite confusing for a whole lot of people.
We have undertaken the task to compare the upcoming Honda Elevate and Tata Nexon in terms of specs, features and design. While some might question the basis for this comparison, others would understand that if someone is out in the market for an SUV with a budget of around Rs 14-15 lakh, both these could offer some distinct advantages. He/she can opt either for the top trim of Nexon or a mid-trim of the Elevate (although the official prices are not out yet). In such situations, one must know what is he/she getting for the money. That is where this comparison comes into the picture.
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Price Comparison
Honda has priced the Elevate quite attractively. The prices range from Rs 10.99 lakh to Rs 15.99 lakh, ex-showroom. This means that Honda wishes to compete. On the other hand, the Nexon ranges from Rs 8 lakh to Rs 13.20 lakh for the petrol and Rs 10 lakh to Rs 14.60 lakh, ex-showroom for the diesel trim. Hence, there is quite an overall in the petrol variants of the two SUVs despite belonging to different segments.
| Price Comparison | Honda Elevate | Tata Nexon |
| Base Model | Rs 10.99 lakh | Rs 8 lakh |
| Top Model | Rs 15.99 lakh | Rs 14.60 lakh |
Honda Elevate vs Tata Nexon – Specs Comparison
Honda Elevate is slated to borrow the powertrain from the City sedan meaning that there will be a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine on offer. An electric version and a 1.5-litre Atkinson Cycle petrol engine with a strong hybrid system can follow at a later stage. The NA petrol motor offers 121 hp / 145 Nm. It will come mated to either a 6-speed manual or a CVT automatic while the strong hybrid mill will have the sole e:CVT automatic transmission. These are confirmed but there are also reports of the availability of a 1.0-litre turbo petrol but it remains to be seen whether or not it will be there.
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On the other hand, the Tata Nexon offers a 1.2-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre turbo diesel. These make 120 PS / 170 Nm and 110 PS / 260 Nm of peak power and torque respectively. There are options of choosing between a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed AMT automatic. Nexon certainly lends the buyers a choice between the petrol and diesel variants which are fast getting depleted day by day as carmakers keep discontinuing diesel engines due to strict emission norms each year.
| Specs | Honda Elevate | Tata Nexon |
| Engine | 1.5-litre petrol; 1.5-litre Atkinson hybrid petrol | 1.2-litre Turbo-petrol Revotron; 1.5-litre Turbo-diesel Revotorq |
| Power | 121 hp (P)/ 109 hp (Hybrid) | 120 PS (P) / 110 PS (D) |
| Torque | 145 Nm (P)/ 253 Nm (Hybrid) | 170 Nm (P) / 260 Nm (D) |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT / CVT / e:CVT | 6-speed MT / 6-speed AMT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Mileage | NA | 17.05 kmpl (P) – 24.07 kmpl (D) |
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Mileage Comparison
Honda has revealed the mileage figures of the Elevate recently. The manual trim offers a fuel economy of 15.31 km/l while the CVT automatic will churn out a better 16.92 km/l. On the other hand, the Nexon offers a mileage of 17.05 km/l in petrol manual, 17.33 km/l in petrol automatic, 23.22 km/l in diesel manual and 24.07 km/l in diesel automatic. Nexon has an evident advantage in this regard.
| Mileage | Honda Elevate | Tata Nexon (P) | Tata Nexon (D) |
| Manual | 15.31 km/l | 17.05 km/l | 23.22 km/l |
| Automatic | 16.92 km/l | 17.33 km/l | 24.07 km/l |
Design Comparison
Honda has released a teaser of the Elevate but we are still yet to witness the undisguised fascia of the mid-size SUV. The images show that it will come with an electric sunroof, roof rails and shark fin antenna. Note that it would only have a regular-sized sunroof and not the panoramic unit like we see on the mighty Hyundai Creta. In terms of design, we know that Honda doesn’t like to experiment too much which means that we could have an understated but elegant front fascia, LED headlamps, new-age alloy wheel design, subtle creases of the side profile, LED taillamps, an upright stance to have that imposing road presence.
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Nexon has been around for years now and we are familiar with the design. There are sleek LED DRLs on the bonnet with the main LED headlamps, a thick slab on the grille giving it a tough appearance, a radiator grille with tri-arrow patterns, a rugged skid plate, fog lamps with shiny housing and an upright stance. On the sides, the side pillars are black, and there are prominent wheel arches, black side body cladding and attractive alloy wheels accentuating the sportiness of the SUV. The tail section is quite unique with small taillamps and a sturdy skid plate. All in all, it is a bold-looking SUV.
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Interiors and Features
Since the Elevate will share a lot with the City, we can make a few educated guesses about what the interior cabin might entail. On the features list, we can expect a large touchscreen infotainment system, Amazon Alexa Connectivity, All Four One-Touch Power Windows, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Wireless Charging, Height Adjustable Driver’s Seat, Ambient Lighting, an 8-Speaker Premium Audio System, a ton of active and passive safety features including Honda SENSING ADAS features like 360 Degree Camera, Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM), Adaptive Cruiser Control, Lane Keeping Assist System, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Information System, Cross Traffic Monitor, Auto High-Beam Headlights and more.
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Tata Nexon is also a feature-rich vehicle with the latest functions including a 7-inch infotainment system, Digital Instrument Cluster, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Automatic Projector Headlamps, iRA Connected Car Tech, Cooled Glovebox, Automatic Climate Control, Steering-Mounted Multimedia Controls, Keyless Go, three layered Dashboard, 5-star Safety Rating and more. If someone is willing to make some compromises in terms of features, opting for a mid-trim of the Honda Elevate could prove to be a great choice instead of spending an equivalent amount of money on a smaller car. In any case, we shall update this post once the Elevate goes on sale.
