Honda will launch the facelifted Elevate SUV in India today, October 6, and dealerships have already opened bookings nationwide. The booking amount is Rs 21,000, and India is the first market in the world to get the updated model.

The facelift brings a revised front fascia with a new grille and bumper, redesigned alloy wheels and updated LED lighting. Inside, Honda adds a 7-inch digital instrument cluster on top variants, a 360-degree camera and refreshed upholstery. Higher variants are also expected to get Level 2 ADAS driver-assistance features.

Under the bonnet, the familiar 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol engine carries over unchanged. It makes 121 PS and 145 Nm and pairs with either a 6-speed manual or a CVT automatic. Honda has not added a diesel or a hybrid to the range for now.

The current Elevate sells in a crowded segment against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara. Pricing will be announced at today's launch, and deliveries are expected to begin soon after. The SUV remains one of Honda's key volume models in India.

Sources: cars24.com; namastecar.com.