Mahindra Scorpio facelift spied

A major facelift to Mahindra Scorpio is in the pipeline

It was full 4 years back when the Scorpio got a facelift. The Scorpio in 2009 got a major facelift with clear lens headlamp, new grill and bumper and minor tweaks here and there. Now, as we see in the picture, the Scorpio is going to get another facelift before the launch of all new model in 2015.

The changes will not be just in the exterior. There will be also some changes in the dashboard and seats as they were also covered in the spy photo vehicle. Mahindra might also work on the  mileage, power and sound insulation and improve the current vehicle as seen in the updated XUV 500.

Stay tuned for more news about Mahindra Scorpio facelift. 

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Mahindra S101 compact SUV spied for the first time

Mahindra’s new compact SUV codenamed S101 to take on the Ford Ecosport and Maruti Alpha XA

The first ever pictures of Mahindra’s new compact SUV codenamed S101 has been posted by Autocarindia. As seen from the picture, the compact SUV looks to be sportier aiming directly at the Ford Ecosport and Maruti Alpha XA. Of course the compact SUV will be under 4 meters length, the second offering by Mahindra in the segment after the Quanto.

Mahindra S101 compact SUV will be positioned below Quanto and we expect it to be priced aggressively. The test mule seen in the picture is probably in its early stage of development and as we know Mahindra it will take probably 9-10 months to be launched in the market.

Along with S101, an upgraded version is also on the cards (codename S102) for the export market. Mahindra has also invested heavily on the engine development at Mahindra Research Valley Chennai to develop a range of petrol and diesel engines for its future products. Three petrol and three diesel engines is reported to be under development with capacities of 1.2, 1.5 and 1.6 Liters.

Mahindra in association with its Korean company SsangYong Motors is developing new vehicles for India as well as abroad with parts sharing between the two to keep the costs low. Stay tuned at AutomobilePlanet.com for more updates on Mahindra’s new compact SUV S101.

Picture Source: Autocarindia.com

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Scoop: Mahindra’s Vertio hatchback spied

Mahindra coming up with Verito hatchback and compact sedan

Ever since Mahindra announced that its lone sedan will bear a hatchback and compact sedan avatar, the buzz in the automotive world has been very vibrant. Mahindra known for its value for money vehicles has aroused lot of hope for car buyers looking for a no non sense car which would give good fuel efficiency, space and reasonable price in spite of being not a beauty pageant winner.

Here we have some spy pictures of Verito hatchback, courtesy team-bhp doing its testing rounds. As seen from the picture, the boot has been chopped considerably and the tail lamps have been moved to the C pillar which is a wonderful thought. In fact the car looks like a big Ford Figo at least from the rear. The original place of the tail lamps does’t seam to bear anything which means the car looks bland at the rear. We feel Mahindra might do some scoop or bulge works on the tail gate to mask the rear bland image.

Apart from the rear changes, the Vertio hatch will have no major changes. The interiors too will same as the Verito sedan sans some features which will be missed in the base Verito hatch. The Verito CS might get a tail gate opening like an hatchback as seen in the Skoda Octavia.

The advantage Verito hatch and CS has in its side it the price factor. Mahindra will price them competitively as it has done with its SUVs. Will the Verito hatch be priced around the Indica? A car with the price of Indica, with almost same space and with a 1.5L dCi engine will definitely make its way for cabbies and we are sure Mahindra do not want it. Mahindra might price its two new products of Verito to compete against the best selling cars in the segment. So watch out Swift and Swift Dzire, a new competitor is coming...

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Mahindra Stallio to be relaunched a Pantero

Mahindra entered commuter motorcycle segment with Stallio but due to various reasons could not sell in good numbers and Mahindra had to forcefully withdraw the bike from the market. News is that Mahindra will relaunch the Stallio commuter bike with a new name Panthero. Well Mahindra has stuck to naming its products with the letter ending with ‘O’.

The Pantero will look similar to the Stallio, but we guess Mahindra have worked on all aspects of the bike to make it sure Pantero is not a half baked product. The original Stallio was powered by a 4 stroke 106.7 cc single cylinder air cooled engine with power output of 7.3 Bhp at 7500 rpm and torque of 0.8 Kgm at 5500 rpm. The engine was mated to a 4 speed gearbox. The Pantero is expected to be launch in January next year.

The Pantero was spied by Autocarindia readers while testing near Pune. Here are the spy pictures.

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Mahindra Quanto’s Rigorous Testing & Validation Video

The Quanto’s youtube channel has an interesting video which shows the rigorous testing and validation of the vehicle. Now we understand why Mahindra took so much time to launch the Quanto. The news of Quanto (mini Xylo) came almost 2 years ago and Mahindra has made sure the product undergoes rigorous tests before its launch.

Watch the video for yourself...

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Mahindra to launch SsangYong Rexton in Inida on 17th October

     Mahindra will launch SsangYong Rexton SUV in Inida on 17th of October which coincides with the Tata Safari Storme launch. The Rexton is the first vehicle from Ssangyong in India, and to remind our readers, Mahindra bought majority stakes in Ssangyong Motors of South Korea in March 2011, which means Mahinda owns the brand Ssangyong. The Rexton will be launched in Mumbai on 17th October followed by launches in New Delhi and Bangalore.

     The Rexton coming to India is the 3rd generation model, internationally known as Rexton W which was showed at 2012 Busan Motor Show. Built on the first generation Mercedes M Class platform (W163), Rexton uses tubular frame chassis and will compete with Toyota Fortuner, Mitsubishi Pajero, Ford Endeavour and Hyundai Santa Fe in India.

     The 3rd generation Rexton looks prettier than the current model. The changes in the front and rear give a descent look to the vehicle. The power train will be 2.0L CRDi engine which replaces the current 2.7L diesel sourced from Mercedes. The 1998 cc in-line 4 cylinder diesel engine produces 154 Bhp of power and is equipped with intelligent torque vectoring system. The Rexton will be 6th SUV from Mahindra. Expect it to be priced around Rs. 20 lakh. 

     The Rexton in India will come with 5 speed automatic transmission with a 5 speed manual transmission also available. The Rexton will be equipped with safety features such as electronic stability program (ESP) with with emergency brake assist, hill descent control (HDC) and active rollover protection (ARP).

     Speaking on the announcement of Rexton launch in India, Dr Pawan Goenka, President, Automotive, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. & Chairman, SsangYong Motor said that Mahindra with the launch of XUV500 entered into premium SUV segment and the company would like to enter high end SUV segment with the launch of Rexton. 

     

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All new Mahindra Bolero in the making, on sale by 2015

     Great news for Mahindra Bolero lovers, the all new next generation Bolero (codenamed: U301) is under development and will go on sale by 2015. Mahindra is focusing of making a new Bolero which is better in all areas without changing Mahindra’s strong and rugged DNA.

     Mahindra is developing a new generation, hydro formed latter chassis and the new Bolero will be based on this new chassis. The new chassis will be lighter and stronger than the current tubular ladder one. This chassis could underpin all body-on-frame SUVs in the future.

     The new Bolero will get a derivative of mHawk engine and lot of parts sharing will be done with other models to keep the cost low. Special attention is given for fuel efficiency and cost of ownership.

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After the shopping spree, Mahindra is going places

     Last year Mahindra was busy buying companies, it bought Ssangyong of South Korea and Bangalore base Reva Electric Car Company. Now we see a XUV500 being tested in Brazil, thanks to a reader of autseegredos.com.br. The XUV500 was spied testing on Brazil roads, so expect it to be launched in Brazil by 2013.

     Mahindra will take part in the upcoming Sao Paulo Auto Show and will highlight the XUV500 at the show. As Brazil market is flooded with SUVs Mahindra will make sure the best of the mechanicals goes into making of XUV500 for overseas markets. XUV500 will be imported from India and sold overseas. 

Mahindra XUV500 Specifications

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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

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Mahindra Quanto C8 Specifications & Features

Mahindra Quanto C8 Specifications

Price: Rs. 7,69,270/- (ex-showroom, Bangalore)

Variants: C8

Dimensions

Lenght: 3985 mm

Width: 1850 mm

Height: 1880 mm

Wheel base: 2760 mm

Ground Clearance: 180 mm

Weight: 1640 Kg

No. of Doors: 5 Door mini SUV

Capacities

Seating Capacity: 5+2

Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 Liters

Boot volume: 690 Liters (with jump seats folded)

Engine

Type: mCR100, Common Rail, BSIV

Fuel: Diesel

Displacement: 1493 cc

Power: 98.6 Bhp @ 3750 rpm

Torque: 240 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm

Bore x Stroke: 83.0 x 92.0 mm

Power to weight: 60.1 Bhp per tonne

No Of Cylinders: 3

Cylinder Configuration: Front, Longitudinal

Transmission

Type: 5 Speed Manual (5MT320, Indirect Shift)

Gears: 5 Forward, 1 Reverse

Steering

Type: Power Sterring

Min Turning Radius: 5.4 Meters

Suspension

Front: Independent double wishbone, coil springs with anti-roll bar

Rear: Five bar link, coil springs

Brakes

Front: Disc

Rear: Drum

Wheels and Tyres

Wheel Size & Type: 15 Inch, Steel

Tyres Size & Type: 205/65R15, Tubeless

Fuel Economy (Approx)

Overall: 17.21 kmpl, [ARAI certification]

Mahindra Quanto C6 Features

EXTERIOR

Sporty roof rail

Wheel cover

Side body moulding – Body coloured with steel inserts

Bumper – Body coloured

Grill – Painted Fiery Black

Door handle – Body coloured

ORVM – Electric, Body coloured

Side & rear foot steps

Tinted glass

Spare wheel cover – Silver painted

INTERIORS

Sleek Digital Drive Assist System (DDAS) with topper pad

Micro Hybrid

Rooof console with sunglass holder

Sunvisor – With vanity and illumination on co-driver side

Courtesy lamp – 2

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE

HVAC (Heating,Ventilation & AC)

Power window – Driver side express up with anti-pinch

Power and tilt steering

Central locking - Remote

Floor console – Full with cubic printing

Driver’s seat height adjustment

Integrated audio system – With rod antenna

(Cd,MP3,radio,WMA,FM/AM tuner)

Rear window demister

UTILITIES

Bottle holder

Magazine pocket

Mobile charging point – IP, middle & rear seats

Foldable snack tray

Driver under seat storage

Driver & Co-driver seat back map pocket

Cup holder

Utility box on floor console

SEATS

Seat - Fabric

Door trim fabric insert

Driver+Co-driver armrest

Adjustable headrest

SAFETY

Anti-lock Braking System

Child lock on middle & rear door

Front fog lamp

Digital Immobiliser

Rear wash & wiper

Mahindra Quanto colours:

Fiery Black

Java Brown

Mist Silver

Toreado Red

Rocky Beige

Diamond White

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Mahindra Quanto C6 Specifications & Features

Mahindra Quanto C6 Specifications

Price: Rs. 7,16,600/- (ex-showroom, Bangalore)

Variants: C6

Dimensions

Lenght: 3985 mm

Width: 1850 mm

Height: 1880 mm

Wheel base: 2760 mm

Ground Clearance: 180 mm

Weight: 1640 Kg

No. of Doors: 5 Door mini SUV

Capacities

Seating Capacity: 5+2

Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 Liters

Boot volume: 690 Liters (with jump seats folded)

Engine

Type: mCR100, Common Rail, BSIV

Fuel: Diesel

Displacement: 1493 cc

Power: 98.6 Bhp @ 3750 rpm

Torque: 240 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm

Bore x Stroke: 83.0 x 92.0 mm

Power to weight: 60.1 Bhp per tonne

No Of Cylinders: 3

Cylinder Configuration: Front, Longitudinal

Transmission

Type: 5 Speed Manual (5MT320, Indirect Shift)

Gears: 5 Forward, 1 Reverse

Steering

Type: Power Sterring

Min Turning Radius: 5.4 Meters

Suspension

Front: Independent double wishbone, coil springs with anti-roll bar

Rear: Five bar link, coil springs

Brakes

Front: Disc

Rear: Drum

Wheels and Tyres

Wheel Size & Type: 15 Inch, Steel

Tyres Size & Type: 205/65R15, Tubeless

Fuel Economy (Approx)

Overall: 17.21 kmpl, [ARAI certification]

Mahindra Quanto C6 Features

EXTERIOR

Sporty roof rail

Wheel cover

Side body moulding – Body coloured with steel inserts

Bumper – Body coloured

Grill – Painted Fiery Black

Door handle – Body coloured

ORVM – Electric, Body coloured

Side & rear foot steps

Tinted glass

Spare wheel cover – Body painted

INTERIORS

Sleek Digital Drive Assist System (DDAS) with topper pad

Micro Hybrid

Rooof console with sunglass holder

Sunvisor – With vanity and illumination on co-driver side

Courtesy lamp – 2

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE

HVAC (Heating,Ventilation & AC)

Power window – Driver side express up with anti-pinch

Power and tilt steering

Central locking - Remote

Floor console – Full with cubic printing

Driver’s seat height adjustment

Integrated audio system – With rod antenna

(Cd,MP3,radio,WMA,FM/AM tuner)

Rear window demister

UTILITIES

Bottle holder

Magazine pocket

Mobile charging point – IP, middle & rear seats

Foldable snack tray

Driver under seat storage

Driver & Co-driver seat back map pocket

Cup holder

Utility box on floor console

SEATS

Seat - Fabric

Door trim fabric insert

Driver+Co-driver armrest

Adjustable headrest

SAFETY

Anti-lock Braking System

Child lock on middle & rear door

Front fog lamp

Digital Immobiliser

Rear wash & wiper

Mahindra Quanto colours:

Fiery Black

Java Brown

Mist Silver

Toreado Red

Rocky Beige

Diamond White

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Mahindra Quanto C4 Specifications & Features

Mahindra Quanto C4 Specifications 

Price: Rs. 6,63,715/- (ex-showroom, Bangalore)

Variants: C4

Dimensions

Lenght: 3985 mm

Width: 1850 mm

Height: 1880 mm

Wheel base: 2760 mm

Ground Clearance: 180 mm

Weight: 1640 Kg

No. of Doors: 5 Door mini SUV

Capacities

Seating Capacity: 5+2

Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 Liters

Boot volume: 690 Liters (with jump seats folded)

Engine

Type: mCR100, Common Rail, BSIV

Fuel: Diesel

Displacement: 1493 cc

Power: 98.6 Bhp @ 3750 rpm

Torque: 240 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm

Bore x Stroke: 83.0 x 92.0 mm

Power to weight: 60.1 Bhp per tonne

No Of Cylinders: 3

Cylinder Configuration: Front, Longitudinal

Transmission

Type: 5 Speed Manual (5MT320, Indirect Shift)

Gears: 5 Forward, 1 Reverse

Steering

Type: Power Sterring

Min Turning Radius: 5.4 Meters

Suspension

Front: Independent double wishbone, coil springs with anti-roll bar

Rear: Five bar link, coil springs

Brakes

Front: Disc

Rear: Drum

Wheels and Tyres

Wheel Size & Type: 15 Inch, Steel

Tyres Size & Type: 205/65R15, Tubeless

Fuel Economy (Approx)

Overall: 17.21 kmpl, [ARAI certification]

Mahindra Quanto C4 Features

EXTERIOR

Sporty roof rail

Bumper - Unpainted

Grill - Unpainted

Door handle - Unpainted

ORVM – Manual, Black

INTERIORS

Sleek digital clock with topeer pad

Micro Hybrid

Sunvisor – With vanity on co-driver side

Courtesy lamp - 2

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE

HVAC (Heating,Ventilation & AC)

Power window

Power and tilt steering

Central Locking - Manual

Floor console - Full

UTILITIES

Bottle holder – 2+1+2

Magazine pocket – 2+2+2

Mobile charging point – Only middle row

Driver & Co-driver seat back map pocket – 1 (Co-driver side)

Cup holder – 2 Front

Utility box on floor console – With lid

SEATS

Seat – Fabric + Vinyl

Adjustable headrest

SAFETY

Child lock on middle & rear door

Digital Immobiliser

Rear wash & wiper

Mahindra Quanto colours:

Fiery Black

Java Brown

Mist Silver

Toreado Red

Rocky Beige

Diamond White

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Mahindra Quanto C2 Specifications & Features

Price: Rs. 6,08,910/- (ex-showroom, Bangalore)

Variants: C2

Dimensions

Lenght: 3985 mm

Width: 1850 mm

Height: 1880 mm

Wheel base: 2760 mm

Ground Clearance: 180 mm

Weight: 1640 Kg

No. of Doors: 5 Door mini SUV

Capacities

Seating Capacity: 5+2

Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 Liters

Boot volume: 690 Liters (with jump seats folded)

Engine

Type: mCR100, Common Rail, BSIV

Fuel: Diesel

Displacement: 1493 cc

Power: 98.6 Bhp @ 3750 rpm

Torque: 240 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm

Bore x Stroke: 83.0 x 92.0 mm

Power to weight: 60.1 Bhp per tonne

No Of Cylinders: 3

Cylinder Configuration: Front, Longitudinal

Transmission

Type: 5 Speed Manual (5MT320, Indirect Shift)

Gears: 5 Forward, 1 Reverse

Steering

Type: Power Sterring

Min Turning Radius: 5.4 Meters

Suspension

Front: Independent double wishbone, coil springs with anti-roll bar

Rear: Five bar link, coil springs

Brakes

Front: Disc

Rear: Drum

Wheels and Tyres

Wheel Size & Type: 15 Inch, Steel

Tyres Size & Type: 205/65R15, Tubeless

Fuel Economy (Approx)

Overall: 17.21 kmpl, [ARAI certification]

Mahindra Quanto C2 Features

EXTERIOR

Sporty roof rail

Bumper - Unpainted

Grill - Unpainted

Door handle - Unpainted

ORVM – Manual, Black

INTERIORS

Sunvisor

Courtesy lamp - 2

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE

HVAC (Heating,Ventilation & AC)

Power and tilt steering

Floor console - Half

UTILITIES

Bottle holder – 2+1+2

Magazine pocket – 2+2+2

Mobile charging point – Only middle row

Driver & Co-driver seat back map pocket – 1 (Co-driver side)

Cup holder – 2 Front

Utility box on floor console - Open

SEATS

Seat - Vinyl

Adjustable headrest

SAFETY

Child lock on middle & rear door

Digital Immobiliser

Mahindra Quanto colours:

Fiery Black

Java Brown

Mist Silver

Toreado Red

Rocky Beige

Diamond White

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Scoop: Mahindra mini Xylo to be named ‘Quanto’, launch soon

     The much hyped Mahindra’s mini Xylo will be named as ‘Quanto’, the name being in line with Mahindra vehicle’s ending with the letter ‘O’. We in our earlier post had showed spy pictures of the mini Xylo, naaa Mahindra Qunato doing testing rounds. We had also mentioned about a new 1.5L 3 cylinder mHawk diesel engine developed by Mahindra for Quanto.

     The Quanto uses the same Xylo’s latter on frame platform but the chassis has been shortened to make the overall length of the vehicle to come under 4 meters. Mahindra Quanto features short front and rear overhangs, redesigned tail lamps, spare wheel on the rear door and smaller wheels. Because of smaller wheels, the wheelbase would be reduced considerably and hence the Quanto will have a better ride than its bigger brother Xylo.

     The interiors including the dashboard will the same as that of Xylo and so do the suspension settings. Mahindra has removed one cylinder from 2.2L mHawk diesel engine and reduced the reaming 3 cylinder bores to develop a 1.5L diesel engine for this vehicle which still produces 100 Bhp of power. A seven seater version (the rear two seats facing each other like the ones in Bolero) is likely to come later on which might help fleet operators to push two more seats in their business.

Picture Source: Team-Bhp

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Mahindra mini Xylo to get 1.5L 3 cylinder twin-turbo mEagle engine

     Mahindra mini Xylo to get 1.5L 3 cylinder twin-turbo mEagle engine

Mahindra has been extensively testing its mini Xylo for quiet a long time. The recent spy pictures posted by Motor Vikatan give the exact picture of how the vehicle will indeed look. From the side profile the mini Xylo could be confused for a Wagon R (the vehicle looks like a oversized Wagon R). The quarter glass in the rear runs through from C to D pillar giving an all glass rear two third look. The tail lamps have been moved higher in the d pillar.

     What is more exiting is that the mini Xylo will get a 1.5L 3 cylinder engine to come into small car excise concession category. Much more exiting news is that the 3 Cylinder mHawk engine will have a twin turbo which makes the engine to pump out power of 100hp@3,750rpm and a torque of 240Nm between 1,600-2,800rpm. Perhaps that is the reason why Mahindra is extensively testing the engine to get the tuning right. The small 3 Cylinder engine might as well find its place in Mahindra’s small cars which will be built on Logan platform. 

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