Tata Curvv vs Honda Elevate: Does Elevate Stand Any Chance against Curvv?
CURVV VS ELEVATE
Tata is gearing up to launch its highly anticipated SUV in the Indian market, the Curvv. Despite facing stiff competition in its segment, today we’ll pit it against the Honda Elevate, a strong performer in terms of sales, to see which SUV reigns supreme.
Tata Curvv vs Honda Elevate: Design
Front Profile
Rear Profile
Interior
Tata Curvv Exterior:
New Connected LED DRLs that spans across the bonnet.
Chrome inserts on the front fascia and lower grille.
Vertically-positioned split LED headlamps, and curve bonnet.
Bumpers at front and rear are made of Faux Silver Skid Plate.
The Side Profile sees new 18-inch Alloy Wheels, Smart Door Handles, and Curv-ish roofline.
The rear sees connected LED Tail-lamps with C-shape protrusions housing reverse lamps.
Tata Curvv Interiors:
New Free-Standing 12.3-inch Infotainment System with AC vents in line with dual-tone dashboard theme
Touch Sensitive Controls for the Dual-Zone Climate Control.
New 4-Spoke Steering Wheel and behind it is the 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Cluster.
The centre console features dial for drive and traction modes, wireless charging pad.
On Top, it’ll be getting panoramic sunroof and ambient lights for the cabin.
Rear Seats are split in 60:40 ratio with centre armrest & two cupholders in it; and the cabin is equipped with 10 Speakers JBL Sound System.
Front Profile
Rear Profile
Interiors
Tata Curvv Exterior:
SLIM LED DRLs joined by chome bar.
Projector LED Fog Lamps at the bottom.
LED headlamps, and Flat bonnet.
Bumpers at front and rear are made of Faux Silver Skid Plate.
The Side Profile sees new 17-inch Alloy Wheels, Chrome Door Handles, and Black-out roof.
The rear sees Dual L-shape LED Tail-lamps with non-functional red strip.
Tata Curvv Interiors:
Free-Standing 10.25-inch Infotainment System with rectangular AC vents and dual-tone dashboard theme with soft touch leather.
LCD Display showing HVAC Temperature and separate space for wireless charging below.
3-Spoke Steering Wheel and behind it is the 7-inch Semi-Digital Instrument Cluster.
The centre console features dial for drive and traction modes, wireless charging pad.
On Top, it has single-pane sunroof.
Rear Seats are split in 60:40 ratio with centre armrest & two cupholders in it; and the cabin is equipped with 8 Speakers Sound System.
Tata Curvv vs Honda Elevate: Dimensions
Tata Curvv
Honda Elevate
Length
4308 MM
4312 MM
Width
1810 MM
1790 MM
Height
1630 MM
1650 MM
Wheelbase
2560 MM
2650 MM
Ground Clearance
205 MM [Expected]
220 MM
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 L
50 L
Boot Space
422 L
458 L
Honda Elevate is longer in length by just 4 MM compared to Tata Curvv.
Tata Curvv is wider by 20 MM over Elevate.
The Elevate is taller in height by 20 MM.
The Elevate has a longer wheelbase by 90 MM.
The Elevate has a high ground clearance by 15 MM.
Both the SUVs have the same fuel tank capacity of 50 L.
Elevate has a bigger boot space by 36 Litres.
Tata Curvv vs Honda Elevate: Engine Specs
Diesel
Tata Curvv
Honda Elevate
Engine
1.5 L 4 Cylinder
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Drivetype
FWD
–
Power
113.42 BHP
–
Torque
260 NM
–
Transmission
6 Speed MT / AT
–
Honda doesn’t offer Elevate with a Diesel Engine.
Petrol
Tata Curvv
Honda Elevate
Engine
1.2 L 3 Cylinder Turbo Petrol
1.5 L 4 Cylinder Petrol
Drivetype
FWD
FWD
Power
123 BHP
119.34 BHP
Torque
225 NM
145 NM
Transmission
6 Speed MT / DCT
6 Speed MT, 7 Speed CVT
Honda doesn’t offer Elevate with a Turbo Petrol Engine.
Tata won’t offer Curvv with a standard Petrol Engine.
Tata Curvv vs Honda Elevate: Features
Features
Tata Curvv
Honda Elevate
Headlamps
LED
LED
Taillamps
LED
LED
Wheel size & Tyre
18-inch, alloy wheels
17-inch Alloy Wheels
Auto Power Window
One touch up-down (Only Driver’s Window)
One touch up-down (Only Driver’s Window)
Seat upholstery
Leather
Leatherette
AC
2-zone
Auto
Rear AC vent
Yes
Yes
Instrument cluster
Digital [10.25-inch=
Semi-Digital [7-inch]
Infotainment System
12.3-inch
10.25-inch
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Wireless
Air Purifier
Yes
–
Ambient Lights
Yes
–
Voice Control
Yes
Yes
Sound System
10-speaker JBL sound system
8 Speaker Premium Sound System
Cooled Glovebox
Yes
–
Auto Dimming IRVM
Yes
Yes
Wireless Charging Pad
Yes
Yes
Ventilated Seats
Yes
–
Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold
Yes
–
Paddle Shifters
Yes
Yes
Powered Seats
8-way Power Adjustable Driver Seat
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Sunroof
Panoramic
Single-Pane
Sunshades
Rear
–
Drive Modes
3 (Eco, City, Sport)
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Traction Modes
3 (Normal, Rough, Wet)
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Honda Elevate misses out on Drive and Traction Modes, Powered Seats, Sunshades, Panoramic Sunroof, Ventilated Seats, Electric Parking Brake, Cooled Glovebox, 10 Speaker Sound System, Ambient Lights, Air Purifier, Digital Instrument Cluster, big infotainment system and alloy wheels, and Dual-Zone Climate Control.
Safety Features
Tata Curvv
Honda Elevate
Airbags
Six Airbags
Six Airbags
Camera
360 Surround View Camera
Reverse Parking Camera
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear Parking Sensors
Rain-Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
TPMS
Yes
Yes
Auto Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Yes
Puddle Lamps
Yes
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Heads-up Display (HUD)
Yes
–
ADAS
Level 2
Level 2
ABS with EBD
Yes
Yes
ESC
Yes
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
ISOFIX
Yes
Yes
All 4 Disc Brakes
Yes
Front Disc
Honda Elevate in Safety Features misses out on All 4 Wheels Disc Brakes, Heads-up Display (HUD), Puddle Lamps, Front Parking Sensors, and 360 Surround View Camera.
Tata Curvv vs Honda Elevate: Price and Warranty
Models
Price (ex-showroom)
Tata Curvv
Expected Rs. 11 – Rs. 20 L
Honda Elevate
Rs. 11.69 – Rs. 16.51 L
Honda Elevate base variant, “SV” is priced at Rs. 11.69 Lakh while the top variant, “ZX CVT” is priced at Rs. 16.51 Lakh.
The Tata Curvv is expected to be priced between Rs. 11 – Rs. 20 Lakh in order to be competitive in the segment.
Models
Standard Warranty
Extended Warranty Upto
Tata Curvv
3 Years / 1,00,000 KM
6 Years / 1,00,000 KM
Honda Elevate
3 Years / 1,00,000 KM
10 Years / 1,20,000 KM
Honda offers better warranty coverage than the Tata.
Tata Curvv vs Honda Elevate: Verdict
In the end, the decision to buy which SUV depends totally on you, however, if you’re looking for an SUV that is affordable, big in size, premium interiors, comfy seats, good amount of features, and efficient performance and fuel efficiency, then the Honda Elevate is a right choice. Although, Tata Curvv will get more features than the Creta with good fuel efficiency, stylish design language, more features than Creta, good space and comfort, and what not. So, what are you gonna do? Wait for Tata Curvv or buy the Honda Elevate? Let us know in the comments!