In Japan, Honda introduced their latest WR-V generation known as Elevate. It is important to note that this mid-size SUV is manufactured at Honda’s Tapukara plant situated in Rajasthan and exported to Japan.
The first generation Honda WR-V was introduced in India and Brazil at the same time in March 2017 and was based on the Jazz premium hatchback. The second generation of Honda WR-V which made its debut in Indonesia last November, has not yet come to India.
Today, there are no compact SUVs being sold by the Japanese automaker but gossips about a new offering have always been flying around the internet. The introduction of Elevate has been well received by customers who can now purchase it together with Amaze and City sedans in India.
At the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, scheduled to take place between January 12 and 14, Honda has officially announced that it will be showcasing the new WR-V (Elevate in India) Field Explorer concept.
HONDA Accord e:HEV Sports Line will accompany it. According to Honda, the concept is going to be the first vehicle with a “tough style” coordinated Honda genuine accessory exterior for an SUV. The company says it will follow Honda’s theme of exhibition referred to as “Honda DNA”.
The concept is intended by Honda to showcase its toughness of the new WR-V and its muscular presence thereon featuring a newly black finished grille, a new roof rack, blackened alloy wheels and more prominent black cladding all around. The window line and skid plate are also painted in black color.
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Honda Elevate (WR-V) Field all features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L i-VTEC DOHC with VTC, 89 kW (121 ps) power and 145 Nm torque |
| Transmission | 6/7 MT (Manual) / CVT (Automatic) |
| Mileage | 15.31/ 16.92 MT (Manual)/ CVT (Automatic) (km/l*) |
| Design | Alpha-Bold Signature Grille, LED projector headlamps and taillights, R17 dual-tone diamond-cut alloy wheels, robust rear profile |
| Interior | Spacious cabin, single-pane sunroof, 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, semi-digital instrument cluster |
| Safety | Honda SENSING (ADAS*), 6 Airbag System, ACE Body Structure, Lanewatch Camera, Hill Start Assist (HSA), Multi-angle Rear Camera with Guidelines, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), Agile handling assist, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) |
| Accessories | Front Under Spoiler, Side Under Spoiler, Rear Lower Garnish, Front Grille Garnish, Fog Lamp Garnish, Tail Lamp Garnish, Tail Gate Garnish, Front Fender Garnish, Door Mirror Garnish, Door Visor with Chrome, Quarter Pillar Garnish, Bumper Corner Protector (Front), Bumper Corner Protector (Rear), Door Edge Garnish, Tail Gate Entry Guard, Side Protector, Door Handle Protector, Steering Wheel Cover, Seat Cover |
As for the new Honda WR-V in Japan, it will be sold in three different types with an all black inside which is not the same as India oriented version. It is powered by a 1.5L four-cylinder VTEC petrol engine that develops maximum of 121 PS and peak torque of 145 Nm. However, it is mated to only a CVT in Japan.
Honda plans to sell 3,000 units of the new WR-V every month in its homeland. The car has a length of 4,312 mm, a width of 1,790 mm and a height of 1,650 mm with a wheelbase length of 2,650 mm.
It also comes with a turning radius of 5.2 meters, ground clearance of 220 mm and boot space capacity of 458 liters. In 2026 Elevate will introduce the fully electric one to Indian customers. –(IVNTV)