Honda Cars India Starts Export of Elevate SUV

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2023-11-18

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Honda Cars India Starts Export of Elevate SUV

Export models styling stays identical to Indian variant Gets different interior theme and new infotainment system Two different WR-Vs on sale globally

Honda cars has commenced exporting the made-in-India Elevate to other countries. The first country to get the new compact SUV is Japan, where it has been renamed as the WR-V. Both the export and domestic variants of the Elevate are being manufactured at Honda’s Tapukara plant in Rajasthan. We take a closer look.

Honda Elevate Export Variant: Slightly Different From Indian Model

Honda Elevate

In terms of exterior design, the export variant of the Honda Elevate is identical to the Indian model. However, the interior is where there are a few differences. The export model gets an all-black theme instead of the dual-tone black and beige layout we get here. It also gets a different infotainment system, which may offer country-specific content and features.

In Japan, where the Elevate will be known as the WR-V, it will sit below the HR-V in the brand’s lineup. It will give customers an option of buying an SUV with traditional upright and squared-off styling instead of the coupe-like design of the HR-V. Additionally, the HR-V is only available as a strong hybrid, while the WR-V will be offered with an ICE option only.

Honda Elevate Export Variant: Powertrain Details

Honda will offer the Elevate export variant with the same powertrain as the Indian model. It is a 1.5-litre N/A petrol motor that makes 120 bhp with 145 Nm of peak torque. However, the CVT automatic will be the sole transmission choice globally, unlike India where a 6-speed manual gearbox is also on offer.

Honda: Two Separate WR-Vs Sold Globally

Honda Elevate

Honda currently offers two different WR-Vs overseas. The Japan-spec model is based on the City and will be exported from India. Meanwhile, the WR-V sold in Indonesia is based on the Amaze, features different styling, and is slightly smaller.

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