Mahindra has launched the NuvoSport in India for Rs 7.35 lakh (ex-showroom Thane). It is available in six variants with one engine option and with a choice of two transmissions. This sub four-metre compact SUV replaces the Quanto in Mahindra’s lineup and is underpinned by the same modular platform found in the Scorpio and TUV300.
The NuvoSport gets a new fasica, when compared with the Quanto, in the form of an aggressive grille, raised bonnet and LED DRL eyebrows. Adding to the SUV image is contrast coloured bull bar and bash plate element. The design for the alloy wheels is sporty while the entire lower section of the side profile has been covered in plastic cladding. Moving over to the rear we can see a design similar to that of the Quanto but now the glass area has become smaller and there is plastic cladding for the lower section of the profile.
The cabin is typical Mahindra with a two-tone colour combination. It gets three rows of seating with the third one having foldable jump seats just like the Quanto did. The top-spec N8 variant gets cruise control, touchscreen infotainment system, electrically adjustable driver’s seat and power windows. On the safety front, all but the base variant get the ABS and dual airbags as standard.
It is powered by the mHawk80 1.5-litre diesel engine that produces 99bhp and 240Nm of torque. This engine is also offered with an eco-mode where the output reduces to 71bhp and 180Nm of torque. Transmission options include a five-speed manual or a five-speed AMT which is available only with the N6 and N8 variants.
The NuvoSport competes with the Ford EcoSport, Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza and its own sibling the TUV300 in the C-segment compact SUV part of the market.
