Honda Elevate survives tree crash in Bengaluru
A recent social media post has captivated audiences, showcasing the remarkable durability of the Honda Elevate SUV in a real-world scenario.The post depicts a massive tree collapsing onto the vehicle, yet the SUV’s core structure, including the A, B, and C pillars, remarkably remained intact.
Despite the tree’s significant size and wide trunk, the Honda Elevate absorbed the impact admirably. The incident occurred in Bengaluru, Karnataka, where the SUV—reportedly new and sporting a temporary number plate—demonstrated impressive resilience.
While mass-market SUVs from prominent brands like Tata Motors, Mahindra, Skoda, and VW are renowned for their safety features, this incident underscores that Japanese counterparts are equally adept, even against nature’s forces.
About the Honda Elevate
The Honda Elevate is a compact global SUV that made its debut in India before expanding to other international markets like South Africa and Japan. It has generated considerable buzz in India’s SUV market since its launch.
Honda Elevate market position and competition
Honda offers the Elevate in India at an ex-showroom price ranging from Rs 11.91 to 16.43 lakh. In this segment, it competes with popular models such as Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, MG Astor, Skoda Kushaq, and other compact SUVs.
(Note: Official crash test safety ratings for the Elevate are unavailable, and this incident should not be construed as indicative of its safety performance.)
This incident underscores the significance of real-world durability in vehicle safety assessments and highlights the Honda Elevate ability to withstand unforeseen challenges, setting a compelling standard for safety-conscious consumers.