Mahindra W201 World SUV may launch in India in September and October 2011

Mahindra W201 World SUV will be launched sometime between September and October this year, and already the branding program for what essentially is Mahindra’s most ambitious product yet, is underway.

The Mahindra W201 SUV will feature the same 2.2 Liter CRDe engine that the Mahindra Scorpio SUV comes with, but with a higher power and torque rating of around 136 Bhp and 320 Nm. Initially, we’re betting on a two wheel drive version of the SUV being available, which will soon e joined by an all wheel drive version. Contrary to some reports floating around, this SUV will not replace the Scorpio, but will actually sit a segment higher than the Scorpio.

Those who have been in the SUV tell us that this is Mahindra’s most refined product yet, with the fit and finish levels a marked improvement over the current Mahindra flagship, the Scorpio. Transmission options could include both a manual tranny and an automatic gearbox. By the looks of it, the Mahindra W201 World SUV looks quite butch, in true Mahindra tradition although we’d have loved to have seen the toothy grille replaced by something a little more pleasant looking.

Mahindra launch Genio DC double-cab at Rs 5.46 lakh

Mahindra & Mahindra has launched a double cab version of its Genio pick-up truck. According to the company, the vehicle has been developed to cater the needs of the small and medium entrepreneurs and businessmen. The Genio DC as it is called offers better comfort and a more pleasant interior than the standard Genio. The base variant of the Genio DC is priced at Rs 5.46 lakh ex-showroom Karanataka.

The Genio DC will be among the very few commercial vehicles that offer luxurious interiors as well as modern safety features which until now were only seen on cars. The Genio DC will be manufactured at Mahindra’s Chakan plant near Pune and Mahindra assures a class leading build, fit and finish quality

Features

• New pick-up gets fabric seats
• Air conditioning
• Power windows
• 2-Din music system
• Central locking
• Keyless entry as standard fitment on the VX variant
• Also the VX variant has got ‘follow me home light’ and electric head lamp leveling device
• 75 bhp, mDI CRDe 4 cylinder diesel engine with 220 Nm of torque
• Top speed of 120 kph
• Steering is adjustable to provide the most comfortable driving position
• 4+1 seating configuration is luxurious
• Genio DC VX offers features that give the passengers a feel of an MPV or an SUV

The ride quality has also been improved to make the ride enjoyable for the occupants. The base variant on the other hand does not get features like key less entry and the ‘follow me home lights’. Both variants get a cargo bay 1500 mm long, 1600 mm wide and 500 mm deep. This makes the Genio DC ideal for outdoors. The vehicle can occupy five in comfort and the loading bay would swallow the weekend luggage with space to spare.

Specification, Features & Images of all new version of Mahindra Bolero

The facelifted Bolero gets a major cosmetic upgrade in the form of an all new front end, replete with new headlamps, bumper and a grille. A-la-The Scorpio, the Bolero too gets a dollop of chrome on it’s grille, in what is appearing to be a trademark design touch on all Mahindra vehicles. The matt finish grille and the muscular bumper manage to keep the muscular appeal of the Bolero intact although the design looks overdone when compared to the clean, uncluttered lines of the current Bolero.


The other big change is in the engine department of the Bolero, which now gets the 75 Bhp common rail diesel engine that is the same engine that the Maindra Scorpio EX features. By the looks of it, this engine might replace the 97 Bhp, 2.5 liter CRDI unit that the current Bolero features in VLX guise as the ZLX variant that has been scooped seems like the top of the line variant, with plenty of bells and tinkles in the interiors as well.

That said, we’ll have to wait and watch what Mahindra chooses to do with the 2.5 Liter 97 Bhp-250 Nm CRDe engine that serves the current top-of-the-line Bolero VLX. Also, will the Bolero ZLX’s CRDe engine come with the micro hybrid technology is something that isn’t known at this moment. However, the increased mileage of the lesser powered CRDI engine should be the big selling point for the facelifted Bolero. On the inside, the facelifted Bolero feels decidedly more premium with beige interiors and leather trim for the steering wheel.

The instrumentation stalks too look newer apart from the digital speedometer being the other new feature. How Mahindra will position the facelifted Bolero ZLX is something that will be interesting to see as the top of the line model could come dangerously close to the Scorpio EX’s price. So, the 75 Bhp engine could be a ploy by Mahindra to ensure that the Bolero doesn’t get a more powerful engine than it’s flagship product, the Scorpio, and to also to widen the price gap between the top end Bolero ZLX and the entry level Scorpio EX.

Mahindra Xylo Mini Launch , Price, Features, Image

Mahindra Xylo Mini is expected to launch this year. This car is specifically designed to fit the Mini SUV segment which is still in its nascent stage. Mahindra Xylo Mini Price is speculated to be ranged within (5-6) lakhs. This car provides a wholesome package for the consumers who are looking for affordability, comfort and also off track road ventures. It’s also expected to feature equally powerful, robust and sturdy specifications as the earlier varient “Mahindra Xylo” which got launched in the SUV segment.


Standard features which is expected in this varient are

• Xylo mini is expected to give a mileage of 10 within city and 15 or more in the highways which gives a tough competition to the other cars within the segment
• Airbags, wheel locking when instant brakes applied, seat belt warning, adjustable drivers seat and also powerful fog lamps
• Adding to the list luxury features expected are foldable seats thats can be stretched as and when needed , varient body colours
• Air condition without the climate control facility
• Cooling vent available for the rear passengers
• Central locking
• Remote fuel filler
• Power windows
• Music system

Xylo Mini is aggressively designed

• This version will come with alloy wheels to give a tougher and stronger look and also fitted with puncture resistant tubeless tyres
• Car overall displays excellent features of safety, power, appearance as well as fuel efficiency

Mahindra W201 World SUV

Mahindra will first launch the two wheel drive version of the Mahindra W201 Global SUV, after which a 4 wheel drive version will follow.

The 2 wheel drive version of the W201 which will be a front wheel drive version will allow Mahindra to price the W201 competitively so as to ensure a decent performance for the product at the hustings. This is critical as the 2.2 Liter CRDE diesel engined W201′s not just needs to be a good seller but also needs to be seen and perceived by SUV buyers as a sales success in the premium SUV market.