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New Honda Elevate SUV hits the market delivering 122 horsepower with its 1.5 naturally aspirated engine. The model stands out for its affordable price and differences from the old generation.
Within the competitive segment of compact SUVs, the Honda Elevate SUV, developed in Brazil, had a brief trajectory, leaving the scene after just a few years on the market. On the other hand, in Japan, the model gained a second generation powered by a 1.5 naturally aspirated engine. Meanwhile, the HR-V, positioned in a higher price range, has sales mainly focused on turbo versions.
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The model in question is the Honda Elevate SUV, launched in Asia. According to the BestCars magazine, the name WR-V was a public suggestion, as the brand was unable to make an internal decision. Thus, the Honda Elevate with a 1.5 naturally aspirated engine measures 4,32 meters in length, 1,79 meters in height, 1,65 meters in width and a wheelbase of 2,65 meters. The measurements position the model as 60 mm taller and with a wheelbase 400 mm longer than the Japanese HR-V, however, it is 5 mm shorter, for example.
However, Japanese media questions what the positioning of the new Honda Elevate SUV will be in the local market. The similarity in measurements required an effort on the part of the automaker to differentiate the models.
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One of the examples is targeting the public, where, for example, the HR-V attracts a more urban public, due to its more futuristic and urban design, with the air of a coupe SUV. The WR-V, however, presents a more conservative, robust design for another niche of buyers. Honda does not talk about performance and power numbers, however, the expectation is that the new Honda Elevate SUV will use the 1.5 naturally aspirated engine from the Asian City.
Most affordable Honda Elevate costs R$67.460
O 1.5 naturally aspirated engine delivers 122 horsepower and 14,8 mkgf of torque, more powerful than the basic aspirated version of the HR-V. With the arrival of the new model on the market, it is possible that only electrified versions of the SUV will remain in line.
If the WR-V's mechanical package is not advanced, the price may be its main weapon. With prices between 2,1 million and 2,5 million Yen, the equivalent of R$67.460 and R$80.310, respectively, the Honda Elevate SUV is cheaper than its hybrid HR-V brother, which costs between 2,78 million and 3,42 million (R$89.300 to R$109.858).
It is still too early to confirm the arrival of the Honda Elevate SUV in Brazil, however, some data may fuel the idea. The model with the 1.5 naturally aspirated engine had its design registered with the INPI, and there is a gap between the Honda City sedan and the basic HR-V, which could end up being filled by the model. However, neither of these two facts is a solid guarantee.
Standard items for the new Honda model have not been disclosed
Despite the reveal of the model, its main standard items were not disclosed. However, in the photos you can see a floating multimedia center, digital air conditioning, automatic transmission, and more. If equipped like the Asian model, items such as connectivity with Adroid Auto and Apple CarPlay, rear camera, wireless charging for smartphones and others may appear. In addition, the Honda Sensing brand ADAS system will be present.
It is worth noting that Honda recently announced an update to the omnidirectional safety system, Honda Sensing 360, which was launched by the brand to offer advanced assistance to the driver.
Just like the version launched in 2022, the technology removes blind spots around the vehicle, however, now, it has a new feature focusing on the driving conditions and with high definition mapping.
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