Mahindra Quanto launched in India at Rs. 5.82 lakh

     Mahindra today launched the much awaited mini Xylo aka ‘Quanto’ in India with prices starting from Rs. 5.82 lakh all the way going up to Rs. 7.36 lakh  for the top end model (Prices ex-showroom, Mumbai). 

     The Quanto name is derived from the word ‘Quantum’ which means more, and Mahindra in case of Quanto wants to tell its customers that the vehicle has more power, more space and more fun to drive features. 

     The Mahindra Quanto is powered by a 1493cc 3 cylinder CRDi engine that produces 100 Bhp of power @ 3750 rpm and 240 Nm of torque @ 1600-2300 rpm. The engine is both BS3 and BS4 complaint and has twin turbocharger, making it the smallest engine to have twin turbos. The engine delivers 17.21 kmpl, according to ARAI certification.

     The Quanto comes in four variants – C2, C4, C6 and C8. The C6 and C8 variants get ABS and DDAS features (Digital Driver Assist System) while the top end model is equipped with dual front airbags. Mahindra has incorporated Hybrid technology, which lowers fuel consumption by 5% in all the variants.

     The Quanto has turning radius of 5.4 m and ground clearance of 180 mm. It comes in 5+2 seating configuration with the last two seats facing each other. It is available in 6 colours - Black, Brown, Silver, Beige, Red and White. The Quanto bridges the gap between a hatchback and a SUV and aims to woe young customers.

     The Quanto shares its platform with Xylo and Genio and because of platform sharing only Rs. 100 crores has been spent on its development. Mahindra plans to take the Quanto to European markets next year. 

Mahindra Quanto Prices (ex-showroom, Mumbai): 

Mahindra Quanto C2 – 5.82 lakhs

Mahindra Quanto C4 – 6.35 lakhs

Mahindra Quanto C6 – 6.86 lakhs

Mahindra Quanto C8 – 7.36 lakhs