Mahindra TUV300 Plus, the extended version of the TUV300 has finally been launched. True to its name it offers greater space and more power. At its heart, Mahindra TUV300 Plus carries the mHAWK D120 engine. The base variant of the TUV300 Plus will come with an attractive price tag of Rs 9.47 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai). A segment first, TUV300 Plus will target those customers who desire a contemporary, powerful & flexible 9-seater true-blue SUV under the 10-lakh price point. Other variants on offer include P4, P6, and P8. Mahindra is still tight-lipped about the price tag on its top variants.
Present at the launch was Veejay Ram Nakra, Chief of Sales and Marketing - Automotive Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. In his own words, the 80,000 TUV300 on Indian roads is a testimony to its tremendous success. The all-new TUV300 PLUS is for those who wish for a spacious and powerful true-blue SUV. The TUV300 PLUS will cater to the lifestyle and aspirations of the Indian SUV lovers.
The 9-seater TUV300 Plus surpasses its sibling both in power and size. The 2.2-litre 4-cylinder diesel that delivers 120 BHP/320 Nm comes mated to a standard 6-speed manual transmission that promises a fun-filled long drive on the highways. The TUV300 Plus offers a one of its kind pleasurable drive experience with greater fuel efficiency viz the ‘brake energy regeneration’ and \'micro-hybrid\' tech.
On the inside, the premium Pininfarina made leather upholstery on the range-topping TUV300 Plus T8 is a testament to Italian design and luxury. The cabin also features onboard GPS navigation, a 7-inch infotainment system along with a host of high-tech features like the ECO mode from the T10. The exterior is bold. The true-blue SUV stance on the outside coupled with faux leather seats on the inside is reminiscent of power and luxury. Please Scroll below for an in-depth detail on specs and features on offer:
The TUV300 PLUS with its sturdy design and extended size (length 4400mm, width 1835 mm & height 1812 mm) stays true to its SUV characteristics. Standing on larger alloy wheels (215/70 R16), the beast look is complemented by an aggressive front grille and a rear wheel drive.
The tried and tested mHAWK D120 engine offers 88 kW (120 BHP) power at 280 Nm torque. It assures a driving experience second to none on jammed city roads as well as free highways. The 6-speed manual transmission further aids easy maneuverability.
Being a 9-seater, The TUV300 PLUS is both spacious and comfortable. Rear Foldable seats make way for a large storage area. An ideal partner for your long trips...we would say.!!
Despite the competitive price tag, TUV300 Plus packs every comfort that you could have wished for. The Cushion Suspension Technology ensures a best in the segment all-terrain drive experience. Add to this the specially designed upholstery from the legendary Italian design house, Pininfarina and you are promised a sojourn like no other. Luxury features on the TUV300 PLUS include:
With its TUV300 PLUS Mahindra has set new segment standards for budget SUV’s. The premium technology features breathe a lot of energy into the comfortable cabin. Some of the features include:
Furthermore, hi-tech features listed below promise a drive experience paralleled by none other.
Road Safety is now a permanent concern for carmakers. Resting on the Scorpio’s Chassis, the TUV300 PLUS comes draped in high-strength steel body that remains intact against great force. Key safety features include
Potential Buyers can choose from five attractive colors, namely Molten Orange, Majestic Silver, Dynamo Red, Bold Black, Glacier white in three variants - P4, P6, and P8. Furthermore, maintenance is low on the pockets. AMC starts at Rs. 0.31/km and extendable up to 5 years.
So we see that the all-new Mahindra TUV300 PLUS not only packs power and luxury in a budget price tag but also ensures low after sales maintenance cost. Add to it the Mahindra’s assured instant Service coupled with quick turnaround time, and we have a market disruptor at our disposal. The low down-payment with an attractive Rs. 11,999 EMI could further escalate the Mahindra TUV300 PLUS as the next go-to option for Indian SUV lovers.