Bringing sportiness to the sub-compact segment, Mahindra & Mahindra has launched the XUV300 TurboSport with a new mStallion TGDI engine. Priced at Rs 10.35 lakh (ex-showroom), the car features major mechanical changes along with a sportier cosmetic packaged and the new brand logo. The company claims this four-wheeler to be fastest ICE SUV under Rs 15 lakh.
Mahindra XUV300 TurboSport: Cosmetic Changes
Like with most sporty models, the Mahindra XUV300 TurboSport get red highlight accents all around the car include the front grille. The chrome on the four-wheeler has been mostly replace by gloss black elements along with a dual-tone exterior paint scheme. Moving the inside, we get to see an all-black cabin, black leatherette seats and chrome pedals. The new model shares its interior layout and styling with the current XUV300 and shares equipment like the infotainment unit, dual-zone AC among others.
In terms of safety, the XUV300 TurboSport gets a 5-star GNCAP safety rating, 4-disc brakes, front parking sensors, 6 airbags, ESP with hill start assist, ABS, passenger airbag deactivation switch, ISOFIX seats and Corner Braking Control.
Mahindra XUV300 TurboSport: Powertrain updates
One of the biggest changes on the new model is the addition of a third engine option. The new 1.2-litre TGDI turbo petrol engine produces a class-leading 130 bhp and 230 Nm of torque. In addition, the new powertrain gets a transient over boost function that momentarily increases the peak torque to 250 Nm providing an overall exhilarating drive. This over boost function helps the SUV clock the 0-60 kmph sprint in under 5 seconds while also delivering a high fuel efficiency.
Mahindra XUV300 TurboSport: Variants and Colour option
The new TurboSport will be available only in the top-of-the-line W6, W8 and W8(O) variants. The pricing ranges from Rs 10.35 lakh (ex-showroom) to Rs 12.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The new models will be offered with four new colour option that includes 3 unique dual tone combinations - Blazing Bronze with black roof, Napoli Black with white roof, Pearl White with black roof top.
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The Mahindra XUV300 TurboSport will compete directly with the recently launched Hyundai Venue N-Line and the other sub-compact SUVs available in the market.