Recently, we informed you about the new compact SUV to be introduced by Mahindra and Mahindra. The company has released this model in sketches. Apart from this, the code named U301 vehicle has been officially named as TUV300. The term TUV in the moniker stands for 'Tough Utility Vehicle'. Contrary to the previous market speculations, the company has confirmed that this sub-4 meter model will not replace any of the Mahindra models. The launch is confirmed to take place six weeks from today i.e. during the mid-September. The released sketches were designed at Mahindra's office located in Mumbai.
Positioned above the Bolero model, this compact vehicle will be available in 5-seat and 7-seat configurations. Its mechanical configuration is not yet disclosed except that a new generation mHawk80 engine will be equipped under the hood. Some speculated reports are hinting that it will use the same engine as used in the Quanto model with certain modifications. Quanto's engine is a 1.5 litre, three-cylinder diesel unit which delivers 100 Bhp power and is torqued at 240 Nm. The mHawk80 is a turbocharged unit which contains better NHV levels placing this model as one of the most fuel efficient SUV.
The revealed sketches suggest that this TUV300 model gets a structure inspired from a battle tank. Standing on an all new ladder frame chassis, it will weigh lighter than Mahindra Bolero. Inside the cabin, this vehicle will receive finely chromed portions. Additionally, it will be carrying power windows, a new steering wheel and a center console housing infotainment facility.
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