Finally Mahindra's most awaited and anticipated sub-4m SUV of 2015 has arrived with unique and distinguished elements. The model has been launched at INR 6.9 Lacs (ex-showroom, Pune) that not only follows 2017 safety standards but also complies with the 2019 norms. 'TUV' which stands for Tough Utility Vehicle has been introduced with a unique boxy design and derives its design cues from that of a battle tank. The automaker has intelligently promoted this vehicle with a series of events in such a manner that the crowd kept talking about it till it finally made its way to the automobile market.
On the outside, the first think that draws attention is its vertically designed grille that is bordered with chrome inserts. This grille is bordered by large sized headlamps swept backwards, located on either side. Below it, the lower bumper houses a wide air dam that is flanked by a pair of fog lamps placed in square-shaped enclosures. The wheels are quite smaller as compared to the whole body of the car, while the shoulder line is properly synced running from tail lamps to tail lamps. There is no extra bulging on the sides, rather it is flat and there is a spare wheel at the rear end of the model. The B and D pillars are blackened out, while the ORVMs are body colored.
The cabin of the car flaunts a dual color combination of black and beige with silver accents at certain portions. Further, it is equipped with a stereo system that comprises USB and Bluetooth connectivity options. The dashboard gets an all new design, different from the Quanto model and steering wheel is found with audio mounted controls. Unlike all other mini SUVs, this one comes with a 5+2 seat configuration, distinguishing it from the rival models.
The mechanical configuration comprises an all new mHawk80 diesel motor that is capable enough to pump out a power output of 84 Bhp and 230 Nm of maximum torque. This engine is a revised version of the 1.5 litre, 3 cylinder unit that is packed under the Quanto model. For transmission, a five-speed manual gearbox is present along with an optional AMT unit. An ARAI rated fuel efficiency of 18.49 kmpl is delivered by this mechanical setup.
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