Mahindra is preparing for the launch of the Mahindra XUV300 in the first quarter of next year. The official name of the car, which has been rumoured to be Mahindra Inferno, had been scheduled to be announced on December 1st 2018, but it has been delayed due to “unavoidable circumstances”.
The Mahindra XUV300 has been tested across the highways and mountains in India, including the highest motorable roads at Ladakh and Khardung La in Leh. It was recently caught sight of on a state highway, unveiling most of its appearance with a high ground clearance, tall body posture, machine cut two-tone alloys and a premium cabin.
Built on the same platform that underpins the SsangYong Tivoli, Mahindra XUV300 will also come with exterior features such as
LED daytime running lamps projector integrated with projector headlamps
Roof rails
Flared wheel arches integrated on the black-machined-finished 16-inch alloy wheels
LED tail lamps
Reflectors on the two sides of the new bumper
Highly-positioned stop lamp
Raked rear windshield
The Mahindra XUV300 will have a robust appearance
In terms of the interior, the 5-seater compact SUV will feature a cabin with dual-tone black-and –beige-colour paint scheme. The vehicle will offer spacious legroom in the rear, which can comfortably accommodate three adult passengers. Other interior features include
Newly-designed leather-wrapped 3-spoke driving wheel
7-inch touchscreen infotainment system which supports Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, USB and AUX as well as reverse camera connectivity
Electrically adjustable wing mirrors
Automatic dimming IRVMs
Two-zone AT temperature control
Armrest in the centre with storage
Autocruise
Panoramic sunroof
Disc brakes in the rear
Expected safety feature list includes
7 Airbags
ABS with EBD
Emergency brake assist
Dynamic stability control
Parking camera in the rear
Hill hold control
The Mahindra XUV300 will offer a cabin which is equipped with an impressive list of high-end features
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In regard to engine and performance, the XUV300 will be powered by a 1.5L 4-cylinder diesel motor, which can generate a max power of 123PS at 3,500rpm and a peak torque of 300Nm at 1,750-2,500rpm. The transmission duties will be undertaken by a 6-speed MT and AMT unit. The compact SUV is also available with a 1.2L turbo petrol motor, but no information about the power and torque output as well as the transmission has been disclosed up to now.
Mahindra XUV300 Engine Types | Max Power | Peak Torque | Transmission |
---|---|---|---|
1.5L 4-cylinder diesel | 123PS at 3,500 rpm |
300Nm at 1,750-2,500rpm |
6-speed MT and AMT |
1.2L turbo petrol |
N/A | N/A | N/A |
When launched in India, the Mahindra XUV300 is expected to be priced in the range of Rs 7 lakh to 10 lakh, taking on the likes of Tata Nexon and Maruti Brezza.
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