More powerful TUV300 generates 100bhp of peak output

Leading Sports Utility Vehicle Manufacturer Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) has launched a more powerful avatar of the TUV300 with the all new mHAWK100 engine. The new mHAWK100 engine will deliver an output of 100 Bhp and will be available in the top end variants of T8 & T8 AMT in the TUV300.  The torque has also been increased from 230 Nm to 240 Nm.

The TUV300 with mHawk100 engine will be priced at Rs.8.87 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai for T8 variant).  The TUV300 is also India’s 1st SUV to offer autoSHIFT Automated Manual Transmission Technology (AMT). The autoSHIFT (AMT) T8 variant has also been upgraded with more power and has been refined for smoother automatic gear shifts and a fatigue-free driving experience.  The TUV300 will also offer a more comfortable ride with better cushioned seats in the 2nd row and comes with ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts on the 2nd row seat to ensure safety of the child.

Pravin Shah, President & Chief Executive (Automotive), M&M Ltd. said, “At Mahindra it has always been our endeavour to incorporate consumer insights and feedback and hence we are happy to introduce the more powerful TUV300 with the mHawk100 engine. Further the TUV300 AMT T8 variant will offer a more thrilling drive with the upgraded power. With over 25,000 TUV300s on Indian roads, it has emerged as a strong player in its segment. With its all new powerful engine as well as a winning combination of bold true-blue SUV design, premium & elegant interiors, superior driving pleasure and best in class safety, the TUV300 will become an even more compelling value proposition for our customers.”

The T8 variant of the TUV300 will be available with both mHawk100 & mHawk80 engine options. The other variants will continue to be powered by mHawk80   which delivers a power of 80 bhp.  The starting price for this model is Rs 7.26 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai, T4 variant with mHawk80 engine).