Mahindra launches the TUV300 SUV in India at Rs 6.9 lakh
The Mahindra TUV300 has been launched in India at Rs 6.9 lakh (ex-Pune). The TUV300 will be powered by a new 1.5-litre mHawk80 turbo diesel engine which produces 84PS of power and a peak torque of 230Nm. It will be mated to a 5-speed AMT called AutoShift as well as 5-speed manual gearbox that send power to the rear wheels. Mahindra claims a fuel efficiency figure of 18.49kmpl from the TUV300.
The TUV300 will be available in three trims â" T4, T6 and T8, with the T4 and T6 being offered with the optional packages. This TUV300 will get a dual airbags on the T4+, T6+ and then T8 onwards for all the trims while ABS with EBD are available from the T4+. This sub-four metre SUV can accommodate seven people with the jump-seats located in the rear.
The TUV300 is based on a modified and shortened chassis that is used in the Scorpio. It also gets a refreshed interior with a dual-tone dashboard, steering-mounted controls and 384litres of boot space. Additionally the Mahindra TUV300 gets cornering and follow-me-home headlights and a reverse assist system. The SUV will also feature a brake-energy regeneration system, stop-start and a micro-hybrid technology similar to the one in the Scorpio.
Anand Mahindra, chairman of the Mahindra Group said at the launch, "Our development team used alternative thinking to deliver a vehicle with high level of technology and performance at an unbeatable price."
Stay tuned for our first drive review.
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