Mahindra XUV300 Bookings Cross 4000 Units — Launch On February 14

The new Mahindra XUV300's booking figures have crossed 4000 units in just a month. Bookings were opened on January 9th while the launch of the Mahindra XUV300 is scheduled for February 14. The sub-four-metre compact-SUV from the house of Mahindra is aimed to be a strong rival to the segment-leading Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza.

UPDATE: Mahindra Automotive has launched the XUV300 at a compelling starting price of Rs 7.90 lakh ex-showroom (India) — click here to know all the details (including variant-wise pricing).

We have already driven the new Mahindra XUV300. The compact-SUV really impressed us with its driving dynamics and equipment levels compared to its main competitors (which also include the Tata Nexon, Ford EcoSport and Honda WR-V) — read our experience and thoughts in the detailed Mahindra XUV300 review.

The Mahindra XUV300 is the second product from the Indian brand to share its platform with SsangYong; first one being the Mahindra Alturas G4. Unlike the Alturas G4, the Mahindra XUV300 is not just a cost-cut version of the SsangYong Tivoli, but engineered from the ground up to be an ideal choice for Indian driving conditions.

In case you wish to buy the new Mahindra XUV300, we have compiled some important things to know about the compact-SUV such as its performance figures, boot space, mileage, colours, etc. — check out the top things to know about the new XUV300.

As mentioned before, the Mahindra XUV300 ticks a lot of boxes in terms of features as well. It gets a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, BlueSense connectivity, seven airbags, disc brakes on all four wheels, sunroof, two-zone climate control; plus various other segment-first equipment.

The Mahindra XUV 300 is available in two engine formats: 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. The petrol engine makes 110bhp at 5000rpm and 200Nm of torque from 2000rpm. On the other hand, the diesel unit cranks out 115bhp at 3750rpm, plus a strong torque output of 300Nm from as low as 1500rpm. Both engines come mated only to a six-speed manual transmission.

Thoughts On The New Mahindra XUV300

The Mahindra XUV300 is quite a compelling package in the highly-competitive sub-four-metre compact-SUV category on the Indian market. With an expected starting price in the range of Rs 9 - 10 lakh ex-showroom (Delhi), the Mahindra XUV300 is one vehicle which the Indian car community is eagerly waiting to get their hands on.