After their previous failed attempts in the compact SUV, segment Mahindra is all set to launch its Ssangyong Tivoli based compact SUV the XUV-300 which is going to be a big hit and may offer some tough competition in this segment. There are some strong points of this SUV which makes you consider it if you are thinking about buying a compact SUV in the future. Mahindra has recently announced that they will launch the XUV-300 in the month of February 2019.
CLASS LEADING FEATURES.
- Sunroof
If you are a big fan of the sunroof, then wait for it. XUV-300 will get a sun-roof in its top spec and it is said to be cheaper than Ford Eco sport which is the only car in this segment with a sunroof.
- Safety Features
XUV-300 gets a class-leading 7-airbags after Ford Eco-sports which gets 6 airbags. Apart from this XUV-300 also gets ABS, EBD, Isofix mounts as standard in all segments.- All Disc Brakes
- Projector Headlamps
ENGINE
XUV-300 will come with Diesel as well as Petrol engines. 1.5 liter D15 Diesel engine is going to be more powerful in the segment producing 123 HP of power and 300N-m of torque. 1.2-liter Petrol unit will be 2nd most powerful engine producing 120 HP and 170 N-m torque after Ford eco sports whos 1.0 Eco Boost engine produces 125 HP.
LOOKS
This SUV gets its name from XUV-500 which is cheetah inspired design, as lots of design elements like the front grille, headlamps are inspired from XUV-500. While major design elements are taken from the Tivoli.
This SUV surely has the potential to give a great fight against its competitors and may come out as a game changer in this compact SUV segment. This SUV has all things in the right place and at the right time, now its the price which will decide the future of this SUV. If it is priced aggressively then we think it will be a great package overall.
