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Honda Elevate vs Volkswagen Taigun Comparison

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Elevate vs Taigun Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsElevateTaigun
Price11.6 L11 L
Power1498 CC1498 CC
ClassSUVSUV
Mileage15 - 17 KM/L18 - 19 KM/L
Elevate
Honda Elevate
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11.6 L
Taigun
Volkswagen Taigun
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹11 L
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SV
Honda Elevate
SV
11.6 L
Comfortline MT
Volkswagen Taigun
Comfortline MT
11 L
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.4
8.5
Value For Money8.008.00
Significance8.008.00
Styling8.008.40
Comfort8.508.20
Safety8.209.50
Merit Or Usp9.009.10

Specifications

Engine Type1.5-litre PetrolTurbocharged Stratified Injection
Displacement (CC)1498 CC999 CC
No. of Cylinders43
Power120 bhp @ 6600 rpm114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm
Torque145 Nm @ 4300 rpm178 Nm @ 1850-4000 rpm
Top SpeedN/A183
Acceleration 0 to 100 Kmph10.510.9
No. of Gears66
Drive TrainFWDFWD
TurbochargerN/A Yes
Emissions StandardN/ABS6 Phase 2
Length4312 mm4221 mm
Width1790 mm1760 mm
Height1650 mm1612 mm
Wheelbase2650 mm2651 mm
Ground Clearance220 mm188 mm
Kerb Weight1206 KG1213 KG
Boot Space458 L385 L
No. of Doors55
No. of RowsN/A2
Seating Capacity55
Fuel tank Capacity40.050.0
Mileage ARAI15.31 KM/L19.20 KM/L
Mileage - City14.00 KM/L16.00 KM/L
Mileage - Highway17.00 KM/L19.00 KM/L
Front SuspensionMcPherson Strut With Coil SpringMcPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionTorsion Beam With Coil SpringTwist Beam
Front Brake TypeDiscDisc
Rear Brake TypeDrumDrum
Steering TypeElectric Power AssistedElectric
Steering Adjustability1Tilt & Telescopic
Wheel TypeSteel WheelsAlloy
Tyre TypeTubeless RadialTubeless Radial
Front Tyre Size215/55 R17205/60 R16
Rear Tyre Size215/60 R16205/60 R16
Spare Wheel TypeN/ASteel
Spare Wheel SizeN/A16-inch

Features

Air ConditionerAutoAutomatic
Front ACNASingle Zone, Common Fan Speed Control
Rear ACNA Yes
Third Row AC ZoneNA No
Heater Yes Yes
Climate Control No Yes
Idle Start/Stop ButtonNA Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Power WindowsNA Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Push Start Stop Button Yes Yes
Remote Engine StartNA No
Hands-Free TailgateNA No
Steering Mounted Audio Yes Yes
Cooled GloveboxNA Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Electric TailgateNA No
Adjustable ORVMsNA Yes
Adjustable Rear HeadrestsNA Yes
Power Outlets 12V Yes Yes
Wireless Phone ChargerNA No
Engine Immobilizer No Yes
Central LockingNA Yes
Speed Sensing Door Lock No Yes
Child Safety Lock No Yes
Driver Seat AdjustmentNAManual
Front Passenger Seat AdjustmentNAManual
Seat UpholsteryNAPremium Fabric
Rear Armrest No Yes
Front Armrest No Yes
Folding Rear SeatNA Yes
Split Rear SeatNA60:40
Front Seatback PocketsNA Yes
HeadrestsNAAdjustable
Ventilated SeatsNA No
Seat Memory FunctionNA No
ISOFIX Child Seat MountsNA Yes
No. of AirbagsNA6
Driver Airbags Yes Yes
Passenger Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbags No Yes
Rear Side AirbagNA No
Curtain AirbagNA Yes
Knee AirbagsNA No
ABS Yes Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Yes Yes
Electronic Stability Program Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View MirrorNA No
Hill Hold ControlNA No
Hill Assist Yes Yes
Hill Descent ControlNA No
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)NA Yes
Traction Control No Yes
Blind Spot MonitoringNA No
Lane AssistNA No
Forward Collision WarningNA No
Auto Emergency BrakingNA No
Driver Drowsiness DetectionNA No
Child Seat Anchor PointsNA Yes
Parking SensorsNARear
Speed Alert SystemNA Yes
Parking AssistanceNARear Camera
Speed Sensing Auto Door LockNA Yes
DashcamNA No
Electric ORVM HeatingNA No
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Light TypeLEDLED
Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)NALED
Turn Indicators on ORVM No Yes
Fog LampsNA Yes
Ambient LightingNA Yes
Automatic High Beam AssistNA No
Follow-Me-Home HeadlampsNA Yes
Cornering Lights No Yes
Cabin LampsNA Yes
SunroofNA No
Roof RailsNA Yes
Shark Fin AntennaNA No
Body-Coloured ORVMsNA No
Chrome AccentsNA Yes
ORVM AdjustmentsNA Yes
Rear SpoilerNA No
Skid PlatesNA No
Side StepsNA No
Instrument ClusterNADigital
Trip MeterNADigital
Average Fuel Efficiency Indicator Yes Yes
Average SpeedNA Yes
ClockNADigital
Low Fuel Warning Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Adjustable Cluster BrightnessNA Yes
Gear IndicatorNA Yes
Shift IndicatorNA Yes
TachometerNADigital
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Infotainment SystemNA Yes
Touchscreen Display SizeNA17.78 cm
Audio SystemNA Yes
Speakers46
TweetersNA No
SubwooferNA No
GPS Navigation No Yes
Voice CommandsNA Yes
Smartphone ConnectivityNAAndroid Auto, Apple Car Play
Bluetooth Support Yes Yes
USB Support Yes Yes
AUX CompatibilityNA No
Wireless Display (Screen Mirroring)NA Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)NA No
Radio Yes Yes
Connected Car TechnologyNA Yes
Over-The-Air Updates (OTA)NA No
GeofencingNA No
Digital KeyNA No
AI Voice AssistanceNA No
Auto Park AssistNA No
Autonomous Driving LevelNA No
SOS ButtonNA No
Type Battery WarrantyNA No
Type Manufacturer WarrantyNA4 Years or 100000 Kms

Pros Cons of Honda Elevate

Pros

  • The ride quality is extremely comfortable
  • The cabin is big and spacious enough
  • The gear shifts are smooth and precise
  • The 1.5-Litre i-VTEC engine is highly refined and reliable

Cons

  • The engine does not have low-end punch
  • There are no ventilated seats
  • There is no power-adjustable driver's seat
  • Only a petrol engine is available

Verdict

The Honda Elevate is an honest, highly capable mid-size SUV that buyers will find comfortable and safe to engage with. It's got that widely loved macho aesthetic, and it's built to serve, giving you the luxury of traversing through broken Indian roads while staying composed and maintenance-free for as long as possible.

However, we admit it has some faults. The engine chokes up when you push it too hard, and some other features should have been here to stay ahead of the competition. But look past those shortcomings, and you still get to experience Honda's legendary reliability at its finest. Overall, this is one comfortable crossover for most buyers.

Seshan summarises,

“The Honda Elevate is a solid, honest attempt at a midsize SUV. It’s comfortable, safe, and looks the part.”

Pros Cons of Volkswagen Taigun

Pros

  • Strong chassis and planted highway behaviour
  • Five-star Global NCAP safety rating
  • Engaging 1.5-litre DSG performance
  • Balanced ride quality on 16-inch wheels
  • Clean infotainment interface with wireless connectivity

Cons

  • No diesel or hybrid option
  • The rear seat width restricts three adults
  • Touch-sensitive climate controls require attention
  • Firm low-speed ride on 17-inch variants
  • No Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Verdict

The Volkswagen Taigun does not try to win by sheer specification. Instead, it is about the basics: steering feel, chassis balance and structural safety. The 1.5-litre DSG variant is suited for those who enjoy good mid-range performance and sharp gearshifts. The 1.0-litre versions are good enough for everyday commuting.

Siddharth summarised it well during testing:

“It feels like a proper Volkswagen." The balance, the ride, the way that it holds the road, that's where it scores.”

The Taigun may not have the most spacious cabin or feature list in its class. However, for buyers who value composure at speed and confidence behind the wheel, it is still one of the most sorted compact SUVs in the segment.

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