Mahindra XUV Aero coupe-like SUV concept has been developed by Mahindra’s Indian design team with inputs from Pininfarina
Our sources close to Mahindra have confirmed that the XUV Aero has received a green light and functional prototypes will soon start moving out of the computers into the real world. The XUV Aero will be manufactured at the company's Chakan plant near Pune, alongside the XUV500. The Aero may share the mHawk powertrain with the SUV in a punchier state of tune but an electric drivetrain can't be ruled out either. An all-electric Aero should rid the EVs of the utilitarian and cost-effective vibe and add a dose of desirability to the equation. It can make the Aero a popular electric vehicle regardless of its running cost. We may see a near-production-ready model of the XUV Aero at the 2018 Auto Expo. The car could roll off the factory line by late 2018 or early 2019.
New Mahindra XUV Aero Price in India
Variant Expected Price
Base Model Rs 20 lakh
Top Model Rs 25 lakh
Top Model Rs 25 lakh
Mahindra XUV Aero Coupe SUV will soon become a reality, as the Pune-based carmaker has approved the functional prototypes and production of the concept. However, Mahindra hasn’t yet made any official statement on the same. The company’s Chakan-based plant near Pune will serve as the production hub for the all-new XUV Aero. First previewed at the 2016 Delhi Auto Expo, the XUV Aero SUV will become Mahindra & Mahindra’s flagship product. With its futuristic design and styling, the coupe crossover turned quite a few heads and considering the good response Mahindra has now green lit its production. The company will soon begin testing prototypes of the XUV Aero.
The company has shown the green flag to its production and prototypes. It would be quite early to comment on its pricing as the vehicle is yet to enter into the production. The Mahindra XUV Aero’s prices in India are estimated to fall in a vanity of Rs 20 lakh – Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom). If launched at this price, it will become the most expensive Mahindra & Mahindra product in the country
New Mahindra XUV Aero Specifications
- Engine 2.2-litre m-Hawk Diesel
- Max Power 210bhp
- Transmission 6-speed Manual & 6-speed Automatic
- Drive Modes Race, Off-road, Street & Sport
- Acceleration (0-100kmph) 6 seconds
Under the hood, the new Mahindra SUV will feature a 2.2-litre m-Hawk diesel engine benefited with an advanced combustion system, new-generation turbocharger and low pressure EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) technology. With all these advanced technologies, the powertrain will return better refinement and performance. The same engine has already been used in other Mahindra products albeit with less power
On the SUV, this m-Hawk diesel motor is estimated to deliver power close to 210bhp. There will be four drive mode options – Race, Off-road, Street and Sport. Transmission duties are likely to be carried out by a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic gearbox. For the record, Mahindra claims that the XUV Aero can mark 100kmph from the standstill in 6 seconds. Mahindra might also introduce an electric powertrain to the SUV.
Dr Pawan Kumar Goenka, Managing Director, Mahindra & Mahindra said, “Electric Mahindra XUV Aero is one of the options that we are investigating right now. Our plans for bringing out the Aero also depend on the cost of the high voltage powertrain technology.” Reports suggest that Mahindra Electric is working with SsangYong on a 380-volt system with range over 250km and multiple battery-powered systems making outputs from 41bhp to 204bhp
New Mahindra XUV Aero Exterior & Interior
The XUV Aero coupe SUV has been designed and developed by Mahindra’s Indian design team. The design team of 45 members is guided by Ramkripa Anathan with inputs from Pininfarina that was acquired by the Indian automobile giant – Mahindra – in December 2015. Commenting on the XUV Aero concept, Mr. Pravin Shah, president and chief executive, automotive business at Mahindra, said, the Mahindra XUV Aero concept will “reflect bold design” and “come with all the futuristic connected technology”.
In terms of design and styling, new Mahindra SUV looks futuristic and more contemporary than the existing Mahindra products. Sporting aggressive headlamps, sculpted lines and hood, the face of the SUV seems inspired by the Mahindra XUV500. The SUV also features new LED daytime running lights, hood vents, sporty body kit for a low stance and sloping roofline.
New Mahindra XUV Aero Competition
Carrying a futuristic design and Mahindra’s new infotainment and connectivity system, the new Mahindra XUV will prove to be a tough competitor for the high-end luxury coupe SUV such as BMW X6 and Mercedes-Benz GLE Class. It will also take on products like Hyundai Tucson and upcoming Skoda Karoq.
New Mahindra XUV Aero Dimensions
- Length 4840mm
- Width 1890mm
- Height 1680mm
- Wheelbase 2700mm
New Mahindra XUV Aero Features
- Aggressive styling
- Flared wheel arches
- High-positioned rear end
- Embedded telecommunications module
- Integrated high resolution touchscreen
- Multiple infotainment settings
- Multi-zone climate control
