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Mahindra Quanto launched at Rs 5.99 lakh

Last year, the most heart-winning launch was by Mahindra, in the form of distinguished XUV 500. With same meticulous intentions this year again UV-magnate brings you a distinct vehicle to explore christened as Mahindra Quanto. Priced aggressively at INR 5.99 Lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for base model and climbs up to INR 7.57 Lakh (ex Delhii) for top model, it is offered in as many as 4 variants C2, C4, C6 and C8. The sporty-attitude ridden Mahindra Quanto will affect every segment and jolt likes of Maruti Swift, Renault Duster, Premier Rio, Hyundai i20 and Maruti Swift Dzire. Despite being smallest SUV till date it has uncommon ability to seat 7 occupants. With impressive mileage and sound emergence it dons some very exciting features inside.

The Mahindra Quanto feature-list is long that consists of elements like Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), dual airbags, reverse park assist, driver seat height adjust along with modern audio player for CD, MP3, WMA and Radio. Some other attractions include stylish rear spare wheel cover, sporty looking roof rails, foldable snack trays at rear and lots of knick-knack storage spaces around. Offered with 6 vibrant shades to choose from the BSIV compliant Mahindra Quanto engine pumps out 100 PS of raw power and 240 Nm of peak torque, moreover the motor is mated to a newly developed 5-speed manual gearbox. The major USP of this 3-cylinder, 1.5L, mCR100 diesel motor, which is downsized 2.2L MHAWK, is that it not only provides peppy performance but also delivers an ARAI approved mileage of 17.21 kmpl.

Compact SUV Mahindra Quanto comes with desired ground clearance of 180 mm, higher than most sub 4-meter cars, and 205/65 R15 alloy wheels.  As per the company the new vehicle is targeted at the young and newly married couples, where fairer sex preferring easy drivability of hatchback and gentlemen inclined towards SUV propositions. Hence here is the ideal amalgamation of both worlds.