Honda
Honda City
ZX Plus Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Automatic (e-CVT) e:HEV
₹20,99,900
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Honda City vs Honda Elevate
ZX Plus Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Automatic (e-CVT) e:HEV vs SV Petrol Manual: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Comparison overview
Comparing ex-factory prices and catalogue specs for the City and Elevate in India helps you decide which deal fits daily use, not just the brochure.
- The City costs about ₹ 9.2 lakh more than the Elevate (78% on ex-factory prices).
- Fuel choice differs: the City is hybrid while the Elevate is petrol.
- The City is quoted at 27.3 km/L vs 15.3 km/L for the Elevate.
- Quoted driving range: City 1090 km, Elevate 612 km.
- Boot space is listed as 506 L on the City and 458 L on the Elevate.
- Warranty terms differ (City: 8 Years / 160000 Km; Elevate: 3 Years / Unlimited (Extendable up to 7 Years / Unlimited)).
Which one suits you
Pick the Elevate if upfront price matters most for city commuting. Choose the City if better quoted km/L and day-to-day running costs matter. Families who need boot space should lean toward the City.
78% price gap between these trims
Honda Elevate SV Petrol Manual is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Honda City
ZX Plus Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Automatic (e-CVT) e:HEV
|
Honda Elevate
SV Petrol Manual
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹20,99,900 | ₹11,80,000 |
| Variant | ZX Plus Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Automatic (e-CVT) e:HEV | SV Petrol Manual |
| Brand | Honda | Honda |
| Model | City | Elevate |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Powertrain | HEV | ICE |
| Engine / battery | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Transmission | Automatic (e-CVT) | Manual |
| Fuel type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Primary specs | 1498 cc · Automatic (e-CVT) · Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) | 1498 cc · Manual · Petrol |
| Price difference Gap ₹9,19,900 · 78% | Higher | Lower |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Honda City ZX Plus Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Automatic (e-CVT) e:HEV | Honda Elevate SV Petrol Manual |
|---|---|---|
| Engine/Battery/Motor Performance | ||
| Mileage | 27.3 Km / L | 15.3 Km / L |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Engine Type | 1.5L i-VTEC e:HEV (Atkinson Cycle) | 1.5 i-VTEC with VTC |
| Engine | 1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Liquid Cooled, Single-point fuel distribution |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 125 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 99 bhp @ 5600-6400 rpm (Engine), 107 bhp @ 3500 rpm (Motor) | 119 bhp @ 6600 rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 131 Nm @ 4500-5000 rpm (Max Torque), 253 Nm @ 3000 rpm (Motor) | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | No | Not specified |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Battery | Lithium Ion, 172.8 V, Placed In Boot | Not specified |
| Electric Motor | Single Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | Not specified |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| Driving Range | 1090 km | 612 km |
| Pure Electric Driving Mode | Yes | Not specified |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic (e-CVT) | Manual - 6 Gears |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Terrain Modes | No | No |
| Chassis Type | Unibody/Monocoque Frame | Not specified |
| Four-Wheel-Drive | Not specified | No |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Torsion beam with Coil Spring |
| Advanced Suspension Features | Not specified | No |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 4594 mm * 1748 mm * 1489 mm | 4312 mm * 1790 mm * 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Doors | 4 Doors | 5 Doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.3 metres | 5.2 metres |
| Kerb Weight Range | 1294 kg km | Not specified |
| Gross Weight | 1700 kg | Not specified |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Diamond-Cut Alloy Wheels | Steel Rims |
| Front Tyres | 185 / 55 R16 | 215 / 60 R16 |
| Rear Tyres | 185 / 55 R16 | 215 / 60 R16 |
| Spare Wheel & Tyre | Steel (135/80R15), Located in Boot | Steel |
| Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres |
| Warranty | ||
| Battery Warranty | 8 Years / 160000 Km | Not specified |
| Motor Warranty (In Years) | 5 | Not specified |
| Motor Warranty (In Kilometres) | 100000 | Not specified |
| Vehicle Warranty | 3 Years / Unlimited Kms (Extendable up to 7 Years / Unlimited Kms) | 3 Years / Unlimited Kms |
| Basic Warranty | Not specified | 3 Years / Unlimited (Extendable up to 7 Years / Unlimited) |
| ADAS & Active Safety | ||
| ADAS | Level 2 | Not specified |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt |
| Child Safety Rating | Not Tested | Not specified |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc (Front), Disc (Rear) | Disc (Front), Drum (Rear) |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Chrome | Painted |
| Exterior Door | Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type | Body Coloured Door Handles, Pull Handles Type |
| Fuel Fillers Lid | Manual | Capless |
| Inside Rear View Mirror (iRVM) | Auto-Dimming | Not specified |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | Not specified | 458 L |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Voice Assistant | Through Smartphone | Not specified |
| Input Methods | Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone Calls & Audio Streaming), Type A & Type C Wired Connectivity, Smart Watch Connectivity | Type-A Wired Connectivity |
| Antenna | Shark Fin Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Speedometer | Digital | Not specified |
| Fuel Consumption | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning | Average Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning |
| Lighting & Visibilty | ||
| Connected LED | Headlight | Not specified |
| Reflectors | Rear Bumper | Not specified |
| Mobile App & Remote Controls | ||
| Location Based Services | Nearest Service Station Roadside Assistance | Not specified |
| Home-to-Car Connectivity | Alexa | Not specified |
| In-Car Remote | Boot Opening | Not specified |
| App Details | Honda Connect App, 3 Years Free | Not specified |
| Design & Styling | ||
| Wrappings | Leatherette Wrapped Gear Knob & Leatherette Wrapped Steering Wheel | Not specified |
| Grille Design | Signature Matrix-Mesh Black Grille | Optional Grille |
| Special Badging | e:HEV | Not specified |
| Exhaust | Not specified | Chrome Finish |
| Skid Plate | Not specified | Front & Rear |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic (e-CVT) | Manual - 6 Gears |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Body Type | Not specified | SUV |
| Doors | 4 Doors | 5 Doors |
| Drive Type | Not specified | FWD |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Boot Space | 506 L | 458 L |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4594 x 1748 x 1489 mm | 4312 x 1790 x 1650 mm |
| Height | 1,489 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Length | 4,594 mm | 4,312 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,650 mm |
| Width | 1,748 mm | 1,790 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 litres | 40 litres |
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 1498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horsepower | Not specified | 119 bhp |
| Torque | Not specified | 145 Nm |
| Engine Type | 1.5L i-VTEC e:HEV (Atkinson Cycle) | 1.5 i-VTEC with VTC |
| Cylinders | Not specified | 4 |
| Cylinder Configuration | Not specified | Inline |
| Valves Per Cylinder | Not specified | 4 |
| Valve Mechanism | Not specified | DOHC |
| Aspiration | Not specified | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| Mileage Combined | 27.3 Km / L | 15.3 Km / L |
| Engine Performance | ||
| Mileage | 27.3 Km / L | 15.3 Km / L |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Engine Type | 1.5L i-VTEC e:HEV (Atkinson Cycle) | 1.5 i-VTEC with VTC |
| Engine | 1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 1498 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC, Liquid Cooled, Single-point fuel distribution |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 125 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 99 bhp @ 5600-6400 rpm (Engine), 107 bhp @ 3500 rpm (Motor) | 119 bhp @ 6600 rpm |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 131 Nm @ 4500-5000 rpm (Max Torque), 253 Nm @ 3000 rpm (Motor) | 145 Nm @ 4300 rpm |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Fuel Change Over Switch | Not specified | No |
| Wheels and Tyres | ||
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | Not specified | Front 30 psi · Rear 30 psi (cold) |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission Type | Not specified | Manual (MT) |
| Number of Gears | Not specified | 6 |
| Suspension & Brakes | ||
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring | McPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring | Torsion beam with Coil Spring |
| Front Brakes | Not specified | Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Not specified | Drum |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel Type | Not specified | Steel Rims |
| Tyre Size | Not specified | 215/60 R16 |
| Wheel Size | Not specified | 16 inch |
| Spare Tyre | Not specified | Steel, Located in Boot |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Honda City ZX Plus Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Automatic (e-CVT) e:HEV | Honda Elevate SV Petrol Manual |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelts | Yes | Yes |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Traction Control | Yes | Not available |
| Vehicle Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Downhill Assist Control | Not available | Not available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not available |
| Driver Attention Warning | Not available | Not available |
| Door Open Warning | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Immobilizer | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Brake Hold | Not available | Not available |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Tire Repair Kit | Not available | Not available |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not available | Not available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not available | Not available |
| Rear Collision Warning | Not available | Not available |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Not available | Yes |
| TPMS | Not available | Yes |
| Front Side Airbags | Not available | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | Not available | Yes |
| Driver/Passenger Airbags | Not available | Yes |
| Exterior | ||
| Fog Lights | Not available | Not available |
| Auto High Beam | Yes | Not available |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Not available |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Heated Side Mirrors | Not available | Not available |
| Sunroof | Yes | Not available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Not available |
| Rear Wiper | Not available | Not available |
| Rear Spoiler | Yes | Yes |
| High Mount Stop Lamp | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Defogger | Yes | Not available |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Yes |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| LED Headlights | Not available | Yes |
| LED Taillights | Not available | Yes |
| DRLs | Not available | Yes |
| Power Side Mirrors | Not available | Yes |
| Side Mirror Indicators | Not available | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Not available | Not available |
| Puddle Lights | Not available | Not available |
| Body Kit | Not available | Not available |
| Rub Strips | Not available | Not available |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Not available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not available | Analogue - Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness |
| Speakers | 4 Speakers, 4 Tweeters | Not available |
| Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Voice Control | Yes | Not available |
| AM/FM Radio | Yes | Not available |
| Amazon Alexa | Yes | Not available |
| Connected Services | Yes | Not available |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Not available | Not available |
| Wireless Charger | Not available | Not available |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | Not available | Not available |
| Heads-Up Display | Not available | Not available |
| Dashcam | Not available | Not available |
| Gesture Control | Not available | Not available |
| Tachometer | Not available | Yes |
| On-Board Computer | Not available | Yes |
| Comfort | ||
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Material | Yes | Fabric |
| Rear Folding Seats | Not available | Yes |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Remote Engine Start | Yes | Not available |
| Sunglass Holder | Not available | Not available |
| Cabin Boot Access | Not available | Yes |
| Glovebox Cooler | Not available | Not available |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Yes | Not available |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Yes |
| Door Pockets | Yes | Not available |
| Rear Headrests | Not available | Yes |
| Air Conditioner | Not available | Yes |
| Climate Control | Not available | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Not available | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Not available | Not available |
| Keyless Entry | Not available | Yes |
| Power Windows | Not available | Yes |
| Power Steering | Not available | Yes |
| Central Locking | Not available | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Tilt/Telescopic Steering | Not available | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not available | Yes |
| Auto Parking Assist | Not available | Not available |
| Ambient Lighting | Not available | Not available |
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | Not available | Not available |
| Umbrella Storage | Not available | Not available |
| Massage Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Power Rear Sunshade | Not available | Not available |
| Vanity Mirrors | Not available | Yes |
| Second Row Seat Adjustment | Not available | Yes |
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