Mahindra is working on an updated version of its compact SUV Quanto and says it is planning to launch it this year. In fact, Mahindra will also reposition the car as an SUV this time around.The earlier version of the Quanto looked more like a multi-purpose vehicle as it shared its looks with the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto was unable to sell as per the automaker’s expectations. In 2014-15 (Apr-Mar), the Quanto sold over 1,900 units as against the EcoSport which sold over 52,000 units.
However, Mahindra is all set to breathe some life into the Quanto and provide it a new identity by giving a distinctive bonnet with a scoop. Other bits in the updated exterior include redesigned headlamps, grille and bumper.Pravin Shah, President and CEO of Mahindra’s automotive division said that he was working on the Quanto and added that the company would roll out the update this year.
Apart from the refreshed exterior, the updated Quanto will also get alloy wheels for the higher variants. and a new beige-themed dashboard and steering wheel amongst other amenities.The Quanto will come with the existing 1.5-litre three-cylinder diesel motor, good for 98.6 bhp and 24.4 kgm of torque. It will be mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.
Moreover, the automaker is also working towards launching two new compact SUV’s such as the Mahindra S101 (internal codename), an all-new compact SUV developed ground-up as a sub-four-metre vehicle on monocoque architecture and the Mahindra U-301 that has been built on the next-gen ladder chassis which was first seen on the new Scorpio.
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