Maruti Suzuki Victoris vs Honda Elevate - Which SUV Delivers Best Value

With the launch of Maruti Suzuki’s Victoris, Honda Elevate now gets a tough new competitor, one that would appeal to sensible, value-conscious buyer. Both compete across variants, but the question is which one offers more value at similar price points.

Base Variants: LXi vs SV

At the entry level, the Victoris LXi is priced at ₹10.50 lakh, while the Elevate SV comes in at ₹11.91 lakh, a difference of ₹1.41 lakh.

The Victoris offers six airbags, a 7-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control, push-button start, and tilt-telescopic steering. The cabin gets a dual-tone theme, fabric seats, and a 4.2-inch driver display.

In contrast, the Elevate SV provides LED headlights with DRLs, LED taillights, and 16-inch steel wheels without covers. It lacks an infotainment system, offering instead a 7-inch driver display and steering-mounted controls. Safety kit includes six airbags, ABS with EBD, hill-start assist, and rear parking sensors.

At this level, the Victoris offers significantly more features for less money.

Mid-Variants: VXi vs V

The Victoris VXi is priced at ₹11.80 lakh, while the Elevate V costs ₹12.39 lakh.

The Victoris adds connected LED taillights, body-coloured door handles and mirrors, chrome interior handles, USB-C ports front and rear, electrically foldable ORVMs, cruise control, connected car tech, TPMS, reverse camera, and electronic parking brake with auto-hold (in AT variants).

The Elevate V features 16-inch wheel covers, an 8-inch infotainment screen with wireless connectivity, four speakers, connected car tech, voice commands, dual USB ports, rear defogger, and a reverse camera. CVT variants get paddle shifters and remote engine start.

The Victoris packs in more safety and convenience features at a lower price point.

Premium Trims: ZXi vs VX

The Victoris ZXi costs ₹13.57 lakh, while the Elevate VX is ₹14.14 lakh, a ₹57,000 difference.

The Victoris offers full LED headlights with DRLs, LED fog lights, 17-inch black alloys, powered tailgate with gesture control, auto-dimming mirror, and leatherette seats on mild hybrid versions.

The Elevate VX provides LED fog lights, roof rails, 17-inch alloys, leatherette steering wheel and gear knob, six speakers, auto-folding ORVMs, wireless charger, ambient lighting, auto headlights, and lane-watch camera.

Equipment levels are close, but the Victoris has the powered tailgate and optional panoramic sunroof, while the Honda focuses on features like wireless charging and lane-watch camera.

Top Variants: ZXi Plus vs ZX

The Victoris ZXi Plus manual is ₹15.24 lakh, nearly level with the Elevate ZX at ₹15.41 lakh.

The Victoris gets machined alloys, ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, 8-way powered driver seat, head-up display, 10.1-inch touchscreen with inbuilt apps, 8-speaker Infinity audio with Dolby Atmos, Level-2 ADAS with 360-degree camera, and front parking sensors. AWD variants add terrain modes and hill descent control.

The Elevate ZX counters with gloss black grille, chrome handles, dual-tone exteriors, leatherette seats, dual-tone cabin, wireless charger, 10.25-inch infotainment screen, six-speaker audio, and Honda Sensing ADAS with adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and emergency braking.

The Victoris offers more convenience and tech features, while the Honda focuses on ADAS tuning and traditional luxury touches.

Automatic and Hybrid Options

Automatic variants show small price differences. The Victoris VXi AT (₹13.36 lakh) undercuts the Elevate V CVT (₹13.59 lakh) by ₹23,000 while offering extra features like TPMS and electronic parking brake. The ZXi AT (₹15.13 lakh) is ₹21,000 cheaper than the Elevate VX CVT (₹15.34 lakh).

At the top end, the Victoris ZXi Plus AT at ₹17.19 lakh is ₹56,000 more expensive than the Elevate ZX CVT (₹16.63 lakh). Here, Honda’s CVT reliability stands as a counterpoint to Maruti’s newer 6-speed automatic.

The Victoris also offers hybrid and CNG variants, which Honda does not. The VXi strong hybrid costs ₹16.38 lakh and delivers 28.65 kmpl. The LXi CNG at ₹11.50 lakh gives 27.02 km/kg.

Ownership Factors

The Victoris is new to the market but shares parts with the Grand Vitara, giving some reassurance. The Elevate benefits from Honda’s proven record of reliability, simple naturally aspirated petrol engine, and wide service network.

Value by Buyer Profile

Budget buyers: The Victoris LXi at ₹10.50 lakh offers more equipment for significantly less money than the Elevate SV.

Feature-focused buyers: Victoris VXi and ZXi trims deliver superior equipment-to-price ratios.

Reliability-focused buyers: Elevate justifies higher pricing through proven durability and Honda’s after-sales support.

Efficiency seekers: Victoris strong hybrid and CNG provide unmatched efficiency levels that Honda does not offer.

To sum it up...

Across most price points, the Maruti Victoris delivers more equipment for the money. Buyers who want value and features will lean towards Maruti. Honda Elevate continues to appeal to those who prioritise reliability, refinement, and long-term ownership reassurance.