Mahindra XUV 300 AMT version launched - Check features that make this SUV even easier to drive and price too

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd on Tuesday launched the Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) version of its compact SUV, the XUV300. This AMT with its autoSHIFT technology will be available on the W8 diesel variant and its optional pack W8(O). Price for W8 is Rs 11.50 lakhs and W8 (Optional) - Rs 12.70 lakhs. It will be available for display, test drives & immediate deliveries across all Mahindra dealerships from today. This new variant of the XUV300 will be available in 3 colours, Pearl White, Aquamarine and Red Rage. 

Here are top things to know about AMT version of compact SUV XUV 300:-

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- Offered in Diesel on W8 and W8 (Optional pack) variants
- The XUV300 autoSHIFT technology offers torque of 300 Nm
- 1.5L turbo diesel engine with an electronic variable geometry turbocharger delivers 85.8KW (116.6 PS) of power
-Auto and Manual Mode: Available in two modes, Auto mode boosts fuel efficiency and drivability while manual mode provides exhilarating performance.
-Vehicle Creep: The vehicle can move without throttle input in both first and reverse gear, making driving easy in congested city traffic.
-Electronic Stability Control: The XUV300 comes with Hill Start Assist technology to prevent roll-back when driving on a hill or moving up an incline.
-Down-hill, Kick-down Shifts & Anti-engine Stall: Gear shifts are automatically optimized with features to provide optimum power/torque output during overtaking or for quick acceleration.
-Drive and Reverse Lock Out: This safety feature prevents sudden shifts between reverse and drive modes, unless the speed drops to less than 5 kmph.
-Creep disable on Door Opening: This safety feature prevents the vehicle from moving if the doors are open.
-Driver Information System with Gear Display: Important alerts and information about the vehicle, such as the current gear, driving mode etc., are available on the Driver Information System

Speaking about the XUV300 autoSHIFT, Veejay Ram Nakra, Chief of Sales and Marketing, Automotive Division, M&M Ltd. said, “At Mahindra, it has been our constant endeavour to offer advanced and accessible technologies to all our customers and we are delighted to introduce the autoSHIFT in the XUV300 for that perfect blend of effortless driving and exhilarating performance. After receiving an overwhelming response for its manual version since its launch in February 2019, we are confident that the XUV300 autoSHIFT will further strengthen the brand’s value proposition and expand the market for us.”