Mahindra KUV100 NXT (facelift 2017) 1.2d (78 Hp)
Mahindra KUV100:
Mahindra KUV100 also known as KUV100 NXT was a crossover city car automobile designed and manufactured by the Indian company Mahindra & Mahindra.
KUV100 has 14 versions available in India. It is offered in 7 petrol and 7 diesel models, K2, K4, K6 and K8. It comes in 7 colours, namely, Flamboyant Red, Aquamarine, Fiery Orange, Pearl White, Dazzling Silver, Designer Grey and Midnight Black.
An all-electric version of KUV100 named e-KUV100 was revealed in Auto Expo 2018. The e-KUV100 is built on the carmaker's new light EV platform called MESMA 48. The Mahindra e-KUV100 has a single electric motor that generates 54. 35 PS of power and 120 Nm of torque. Powered by a 15. 9 kWh battery, the e-KUV100 can offer a range of 147 km in a single charge and it will be priced around ₹8. 25 lakh. It is expected to go on sale by January 2021....(Read more on Wikipedia)
NXT (facelift 2017) Overview:
Mahindra KUV100 (NXT (facelift 2017)). With 190 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (83 hp), ideal for city commuting.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (243 L); may require careful packing.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(KUV100: 2016 - 2017).
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| Brand: | Mahindra |
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| Model: | KUV100 |
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| Generation: | NXT (facelift 2017) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.2d (78 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2017 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5-6 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 78 Hp @ 3750 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 65.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 190 Nm @ 1750-2250 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | mFalcon D75 [Same engine] More details about the engine mFalcon D75 |
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| Engine displacement: | 1198 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 4 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Space: |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 473 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 243 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3700 mm mm [25mm more] |
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| Width: | 1735 mm mm [30mm more] |
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| Height: | 1655 mm mm [20mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2385 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1490 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1490 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 170 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Tires size | 185/65 R14; 185/60 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 14; 15 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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