Honda Elevate ADV Edition Launched: Bold Design, Full Honda SENSING & Premium Features

Honda Cars India has introduced the Elevate ADV Edition, positioned as the flagship grade of its compact-SUV offering. Unveiled on 3 November 2025, the model targets buyers seeking a dynamic blend of style, technology and safety in the sub-premium SUV space — described by Honda as a “bold move for young & active explorers.”

Available in both Manual (MT) and CVT Automatic versions, with prices (ex-showroom Delhi) as follows:

• MT Single-Tone: ₹15.29 lakh
• MT Dual-Tone: ₹15.49 lakh
• CVT Single-Tone: ₹16.46 lakh
• CVT Dual-Tone: ₹16.66 lakh

Customers can choose between two exterior colours: Meteoroid Gray Metallic and Lunar Silver Metallic, each available in single-tone and dual-tone finishes.

Exterior: Distinctive & Adventurous Styling

The ADV Edition elevates the visual identity of the Elevate with a series of design upgrades that set it apart from the standard model. At the front, it features a gloss-black Alpha-Bold Plus grille, black roof rails, door handles and ORVMs, as well as a shark-fin antenna finished in gloss black. Dual-tone variants carry a blacked-out C-pillar for added visual emphasis.

Distinctive orange accents add a sporty impression — bonnet decals, fog-lamp garnish, “ADV” lettering on the front doors, black alloy wheels with orange highlights and orange rear-bumper skid garnish. The overall effect is one of rugged sophistication, geared toward those who appreciate bold styling without abandoning the core SUV practicality.

Interior: High-Energy Black Cabin with Premium Touches

Inside, the ADV Edition adopts a strong identity of dark tones and energetic accents. The cabin is dressed in black upholstery with vivid orange stitching and embossed “ADV” logos on the seats. Smaller details such as orange finishing on AC knobs, gear-knob surround and door trims reinforce the sporty atmosphere.

A standout feature is the illuminated instrument-panel garnish, described by Honda as a first-in-its-segment “ADV terrain-pattern backlit” element, enhancing the ambience during night driving. Premium appointments such as sun-visors, ambient lighting and an all-black headliner complete the upgrade.

Engine, Performance & Packaging

Mechanically, the Elevate ADV Edition retains the proven 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine, offered with both a 6-speed manual and a 7-step CVT (with paddle shifters). While no changes to the powertrain specification have been publicised, the edition emphasises the same platform’s robust credentials, substantial boot space and a class-leading ground clearance of 220 mm, reinforcing its SUV credential.

Safety & Technology: Honda SENSING Takes Centre Stage

Safety and technology are central to the ADV Edition’s appeal. The vehicle is equipped with Honda’s full SENSING ADAS suite, bringing advanced driver-assist features including:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)
• Lane-Keep Assist (LKA)
• Road-Departure Mitigation (RDM)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
• Lead-Car Departure Notification

Complementing this are core safety elements: six airbags, LaneWatch™ side-camera view, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Hill-Start Assist, Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), multi-angle rear-vision camera and ISOFIX anchorages.
Connectivity remains strong through Honda Connect with a 5-year free subscription, and Honda offers a 3-year/unlimited-km warranty standard, with extension options up to 10 years.

Market Positioning: How the ADV Edition Stands Out

In a fiercely contested compact SUV segment, the Elevate ADV Edition attempts to carve a niche by coupling premium style and technology in the ₹15-17 lakh ex-showroom bracket. Key differentiators include the exclusive styling kit, full Honda SENSING suite, high ground clearance and the sport-oriented cabin ambience.

Against mainstream rivals — such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos or Maruti Grand Vitara — the Elevate ADV Edition offers a compelling alternative for buyers looking for character, brand trust and advanced safety, rather than simply a list of features.

The Honda Elevate ADV Edition marks an important step for Honda in capturing buyers who demand more than just baseline SUVs. With its strong safety credentials, elevated styling and brand reliability, the ADV Edition reinforces Honda’s premium compact-SUV vision. For those ready to embrace a smarter, bolder SUV experience — this edition stands ready.