The quirky crossover was introduced in 2017 and was available in four variants.

Mahindra has reportedly pulled the plug on the KUV100 NXT after 5 years. That being said, the car is still listed on the official website.

The quirky crossover was introduced in 2017 and was available in four variants. Unlike any other car in its segment, the KUV100 NXT offered seating for 6 persons.

The dashboard-mounted gear lever allowed Mahindra to install a third seat in the front, which could be folded to form the centre console. It also offered features such as a 7-inch infotainment system, a height-adjustable driver seat, electric ORVMs and more.

The KUV100 NXT was powered by a 1.2-litre mFalcon petrol engine that produced 82 BHP and 115 Nm. It was paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. Initially, Mahindra also offered with diesel engine option, which was discontinued in 2020.

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The eKUV100 was showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo with a price tag of Rs. 8.25 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Earlier this year, we had reported that Mahindra is expected to launch the eKUV100 - an electric version of the KUV100, in India by 2022. Now, a test mule of the production-spec version of the vehicle has been spotted on public roads.

The eKUV100 was showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo with a price tag of Rs. 8.25 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Mahindra plans to make it the most affordable electric hatchback. The displayed car had a claimed range of 147 km. It had a 15.9 kWh lithium-ion battery and a power output of 54 BHP and 120 Nm. Its battery could be charged up to 80% using a fast charger in 55 minutes.

The test mule has some differences compared to the car shown at the Expo. The car at the Expo had a different set of alloy wheels with blue accents on the spokes, a Mahindra Electric (ME) badge on the flap of the charging socket and a triangular badge on the C-pillar. Neither of these is visible on the test mule.

Along with the eKUV100, Mahindra also plans to introduce the eXUV300 - an electric version of the XUV300 SUV.

Source: Autocar India

Mahindra has no plans to discontinue these models anytime soon.

Earlier this week, there was a report in the media claiming that Mahindra was planning to discontinue the Marazzo MPV and the KUV100 crossover. Well, now a new report claims otherwise.

The latest report states that Mahindra has no plans to discontinue these models anytime soon. Moreover, the carmaker is gearing up to introduce an AMT version of the Marazzo. It is likely to be powered by a 1.5-litre diesel engine producing 121 BHP and 300 Nm. The engine will be paired with a 6-speed automated manual transmission (AMT).

It is also said that the KUV100 will continue to be a part of the brand's product portfolio. While local sales of the model are down, export volumes have been on the rise and therefore, Mahindra does not intend to discontinue it.

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Mahindra will focus on the more popular SUV segments instead.

It seems Mahindra has finally decided to pull the plug on two slow-selling models. It has been reported that the company plans to discontinue the Marazzo MPV and KUV100 crossover and will focus on the more popular SUV segments instead.

The Marazzo was targeted at the Toyota Innova Crysta and hugely popular Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. Compared to its rivals, the sales of the Marrazzo have been underwhelming, to say the least. Since January 2021, Toyota has sold 19,300 units of the Innova Crysta, while 37,286 units of the Ertiga have left the showroom floor. Mahindra on the other hand has sold just 711 units of the Marazzo.

With plans to axe the MPV in place, Mahindra is unlikely to introduce the long-overdue 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine on the car. Instead, this motor is expected to debut on the new XUV500 (codenamed: S301) around 2024.

The quirky styling of the KUV100 NXT has failed to strike a chord with the Indian masses. Just 21 cars have been sold since the beginning of this year, whereas its biggest rival, the Maruti Ignis, clocked sales of 16,075 units.

The report states that while the crossover will be taken off the shelves, Mahindra will introduce its electric version sometime next year. The eKUV will come with a 15.9 kWh battery offering a maximum range of 147 km on a single charge.

Source: Autocar India

The eKUV100 and eXUV300 had been showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo.

According to a media report, Mahindra is planning to launch the electric versions of the KUV100 and XUV300 by 2022. The eKUV100 and eXUV300, as the crossovers will be known, will be based on their internal combustion engine versions.

The eKUV100 and eXUV300 had been showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo. Mahindra plans to make the eKUV100 the most affordable electric hatchback. The car displayed had a range of 147 km. It had a 15.9 kWh lithium-ion battery and a power output of 54 BHP and 120 Nm. Its battery could be charged to 80% using a fast charger in 55 minutes. The car was priced at Rs. 8.25 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The details of the eXUV300 were not revealed. However, considering its positioning in Mahindra’s product portfolio, it is expected to get a higher capacity battery compared to the eKUV100. It is also expected to have more power and a longer range.

At present, Mahindra has only one EV on sale - the e-Verito sedan.

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At the launch of the Treo Zor electric three-wheeler, Dr. Pawan Goenka, Managing Director of Mahindra, stated that the eKUV100 - the electric version of the KUV100, will go on sale in India within the next three months. While the company plans to sell the car primarily to fleet operators, private buyers will be able to buy it as well.

The eKUV100 has a blanked-off radiator grille with chrome inserts, wraparound headlamps and a dual-tone bumper that houses a set of fog lamps. The car's charging port is located on the passenger side front fender.

The eKUV100 is powered by an electric motor that has an output of 54 BHP. It comes with a liquid-cooled battery that is claimed to offer a maximum range of 150 km on a single charge. The battery has a claimed charging time of 5 hours 45 mins using a regular charger. With a fast charger, it can be recharged in 55 mins.

The eKUV100 was displayed at the 2020 Auto Expo that was held in February this year. The car is priced at Rs. 8.25 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

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Mahindra has silently launched the KUV100 NXT BS6. It is priced from Rs. 5,54,350 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The KUV100 NXT is now available in four variants - K2+, K4+, K6+ and K8. The base K2+ is offered in a 6-seat configuration while the other variants have a choice of both 5-seat or 6-seat options.

Powering the KUV100 NXT is a BS6-compliant 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine that produces 82 BHP @ 5,500 rpm and 115 Nm @ 3,500-3,600 rpm. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The 1.2-litre diesel engine has been discontinued.

The KUV100 NXT BS6 is available in six colour options - Midnight Black, Designer Grey, Flamboyant Red, Dazzling Silver, Pearl White, Fiery Orange and two dual-tone options - Dazzling Silver & Metallic Black and Flamboyant Red & Metallic Black.

Variant-wise ex-showroom prices:

K2+ - Rs. 5,54,350

K4+ - Rs. 6,01,811

K6+ - Rs. 6,53,311

K8 - Rs. 7,15,717

Mahindra has launched a car subscription service in partnership with Revv. It will enable private buyers to use Mahindra vehicles without having to own one.

Subscription options are available on the KUV100, TUV300, XUV300, Scorpio, XUV500, Marazzo and Alturas G4. Depending on the model and variant, prices start at Rs. 19,720 per month, which includes insurance and maintenance charges. The vehicles will be available for a period of 1-4 years.

Customers need to pay a refundable deposit based on the model and the usage period. The vehicle will be delivered within a period of 1 month. The first month's fee has to be paid in advance, prior to delivery. When the minimum subscription period is over, the person can return the vehicle or can purchase it from the company at a pre-determined charge.

Customers are not required to pay an initial downpayment as is the case with purchasing a new vehicle. Customers can upgrade the model from time to time.

In the first phase, Mahindra's subscription service will be available Delhi (NCR), Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chandigarh and Ahmedabad.

According to a media report, Mahindra has confirmed that it is working on three new electric vehicles (EV) that are slated for launch by 2021.

According to Pawan Goenka, MD, Mahindra, the electric version of the KUV100 will be launched by the end of this year. It will be followed by an all-electric XUV300, which is expected to be launched sometime in 2020. A Mahindra-badged, Ford Aspire-based EV is said to arrive sometime in 2021.

Reports suggest that Mahindra is also developing a standalone EV platform. EVs based on this platform are expected to be launched within the next 3-3.5 years.

After the E20 was discontinued, Mahindra's electric car portfolio only includes the e-Verito sedan. It is said that there are about 1,500-2,000 e-Veritos on Indian roads and 200 of these are reported to have clocked over 50,000 km.

Source: Autocar India

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A test mule of the KUV100 NXT automated manual transmission (AMT) has been spotted testing in Mangalore. The badges on the tailgate and front fender indicate that the AMT is likely to be offered on the K8 variant of the diesel version of the KUV100 NXT.

Apart from the "autoSHIFT" badge, compact SUV looks similar to the standard car. It rides on multi-spoke alloy wheels and has rear parking sensors.

The 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder diesel engine in the KUV100 NXT makes 77 BHP @ 3,750 rpm and 190 Nm of torque @ 1,750-2,250 rpm. The petrol engine which puts out 82 BHP @ 5,500 rpm and 115 Nm @ 3,500-3,600 rpm. It is unclear whether Mahindra will offer the AMT with the petrol engine.