Mahindra Automotive has finally teased the long-awaited XUV300 Sportz with the tagline “0-Thrill In A Blink Of An Eye”, suggesting that boosted performance will be on offer.
Going by the model showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo, the Mahindra XUV300 Sprotz will be powered by a 1.2-liter turbocharged petrol engine with direct injection technology (TGDi) instead of the ongoing MPFI engine that will make it 20PS/30Nm more powerful & torquey than the ongoing petrol model. For reference, the existing Mahindra XUV300 petrol makes 110PS and 200Nm. Currently, the sub-4m SUV also comes with a 117PS 1.5-liter diesel engine option. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and AMT.
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The official teaser also reveals that the upcoming XUV300 will feature some cosmetic changes, including a slightly revised front grille with Mahindra’s new twin-peak logo. It is also expected to get newly designed alloy wheels with the sporty-looking red color accent on the front brake calipers.
Inside, the new Mahindra XUV300 Sportz is likely to feature an all-black color scheme with a contrasting red color accent. We expect the SUV could also receive the brand’s new AdrenoX infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity. Besides, features like an electric sunroof, rain-sensing wipers, keyless entry with push-button start/stop, all-wheel disc brakes, up to six airbags, ESP, front & rear parking sensors, corner braking control, etc., will continue to be on offer.
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Expect Mahindra to launch the new XUV300 in the upcoming weeks. It is likely to command a significant premium over the regular petrol-powered variants. And since it is expected to be a performance-focused version of the Mahindra XUV300, it will go up against the turbocharged iterations of Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Renault Kiger, and Nissan Magnite.
In other news, Hyundai is also expected to launch the sportier Venue N-Line on September 6. In fact, Kia is also gearing up for the launch of the Sonet X-Line Edition.
