We have reported before that Mahindra is working on a facelift of the XUV300 compact SUV that's slated to launch next year. We have now learnt that Mahindra is planning to equip the updated XUV300 with a panoramic sunroof, which could make it the first in its segment with this feature.
- XUV300 facelift to get major styling changes
- Will go on sale early next year
- Expected to remain mechanically unchanged
Mahindra XUV300 facelift: panoramic sunroof, more features
The obsession with sunroofs among vehicle buyers in India is no secret. In fact, across segments, buyers are majorly known to opt for top-spec variants that come equipped with sunroofs. And while the current XUV300 already gets a single-pane unit, Mahindra plans to take things a notch higher with a panoramic unit on the facelift.
Although a few other compact SUVs such as the Tata Nexon and Kia Sonet are also due to receive a mid-lifecycle update before that, it’s unlikely that any of them will get this feature.
Eventually, even the all-electric XUV400 will get a panoramic sunroof, but that will arrive much later, likely with its next update, which is expected sometime in 2025. Sources tell us that the brand’s idea is to make panoramic sunroofs available throughout its XUV range.
This aside, the XUV300 facelift will come with majorly revised front and rear profiles with new headlamps, tail-lamps and all new bumpers, likely drawing design cues from the XUV.e concepts. The interior is also expected to get a major overhaul with a lot more features, as the cabin in the current XUV300 has started to show its age.
Mahindra XUV300 to remain mechanically unchanged
Under the hood, the XUV300 facelift is expected to continue with its existing 110hp and 131hp, 1.2-litre, three-cylinder turbo-petrol units, as well as the 117hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine. It remains to be seen if Mahindra carries forward the current gearboxes, or if the AMT is replaced by a torque converter – most of its rivals offer more sophisticated automatic transmissions.
Mahindra XUV300 facelift expected launch and rivals
The XUV300 facelift is expected to launch sometime next year and will continue to rival the likes of the Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet and the Maruti Brezza, among others. With all these updates, expect a notable step up in prices as well. For reference, the XUV300 is currently priced between Rs 8.42 lakh-14.60 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
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