Rumour: Mahindra-badged Rexton SUV to debut at 2018 Auto Expo

Media reports suggest that Mahindra will reveal the 2nd-gen SsangYong Rexton at the 2018 Auto Expo. The new Rexton will be branded as a Mahindra and could feature minor cosmetic changes. It is expected to be launched later this year.

The G4 Rexton was officially revealed back in March 2017. It is based around a ladder-frame chassis and measures 4,850 mm in length, 1,920 mm in width, 1,800 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,864 mm. In terms of its dimensions, the Rexton will be identical to the international model. 

Mahindra is likely to give the Rexton a new grille and new alloy wheels. The interiors too could feature minor tweaks. As far as equipment and features are concerned, the global model gets projector headlamps, 360-degree camera, 9.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in addition to a 7.0-inch LCD instrument panel, cooled seats wrapped in Nappa leather and a smart tail gate. It would be interesting to see which of these features make it onto the India-spec Rexton.

Mechanically, the Mahindra Rexton will be identical to its global counterpart. While the Rexton is offered with a choice of petrol and diesel engines in some markets, the India-spec Rexton will likely get the 2.2-litre diesel unit paired to a 7-speed automatic gearbox. This engine delivers a peak output of 184 BHP and 420 Nm of torque.

Source: Autocar India