Update: Mahindra U301 to be called TUV300, launch in September 2015
Mahindra is working on an updated version of the Quanto and the company says it plans to launch this compact SUV this year. In fact, the automaker will also reposition the car as an SUV this time around. The earlier version of the Quanto looked more like a multi-purpose vehicle as it shared its looks with the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto was unable to sell as per the automaker’s expectations. In FY 2014-15 (April-March), it sold over 1,900 units as against the EcoSport which sold over 52,000 units.
However, Mahindra is all set to breathe some life into the Quanto and establish a new identity by giving a distinctive bonnet with a scoop. The updated exterior also includes redesigned headlamps, grille and bumper. Pravin Shah, president and CEO of Mahindra’s automotive division said that the company was working on the Quanto and added that the update would roll out this year.
Apart from the refreshed exterior, the updated Quanto will also get alloy wheels on the higher variants. along with a new beige-themed dashboard and steering wheel amongst other amenities.The Quanto will come with the existing 1.5-litre three-cylinder diesel motor making
98.6bhp and 24.4kgm of torque, that will be mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.
Moreover, the automaker is also working towards launching two new compact SUVs such as the Mahindra S101 (internal codename) — an all-new compact SUV developed ground-up as a sub-four-metre vehicle on monocoque architecture; and the Mahindra U-301 that has been built on the next-gen ladder chassis, first seen on the new Scorpio.