Mahindra KUV100 Full Review

Mahindra is entering the lucrative compact hatchback segment with the KUV100 (read One-double-O). However, being the largest utility car manufacturer in the country, their product reflects this brand image with the butch look that toes the lines of being a compact SUV.


The KUV, in terms, of length, is as much as any of the hatchbacks in the segment at 3675mm. However, it looks larger due to its width and height that measure 1,715mm and 1,665mm respectively. The looks are highly unconventional; the SUV styling is evident with flared wheel arches and a very high shoulder line.


Mahindra seems to have taken cues from SsangYong in designing this car. The slim headlamp console forms an important part of the design theme, extending all the way to the A-Pillar and then some more as a bold crease on the front door. There are premium looking LED DRLs here, which are bound to get attention. The front grille is sleek as well, but that along with the large bumper and the bash plate, give it the SUVish look.


Security features :


• ABS and EBD standard across all variants

• Dual airbags

• ISOFIX mounts for child seat on rear seat with child safety locks on rear doors

• Robust monocoque construction

• 1st in class Dual Rear Fog Lamps

• Automatic Hazard lights on panic braking

• Engine immobilizer and security alarm

• Anti-slip clips for driver side floor mat


Technical features :

• 1st in class (in diesel) Power/ECO Mode – choose how you want to drive

• 1st in class Micro-Hybrid Technology (Engine Start Stop) for higher fuel efficiency and lower emissions

• Infotainment with Driver Information System

• Slick TFT display

• Bluetooth audio and hands-free calling

• Steering-mounted audio and phone controls

• BlueSenseTM App compatibility

• Follow-me-home headlamps

• Lead-me-to-vehicle headlamps

• Electrically adjustable ORVMs

• Remote keyless entry


Others :

• Height-adjustable driver’s seat

• 243 litres boot space (expandable to 473 litres)

• Unique flat-folding rear seat

• Adjustable headrests for all 3 passengers in the second row

• Cooled glove box

• Sunglass holder

• Tiltable electric power steering

• Puddle lamps on all doors

• Gear indicator on cluster

• LED interior roof lamp

• Driver-side coin holder

• Cup-holders in 1st & 2nd row armrests

• 1 litre bottle-holder in all 4 doors

• Illuminated key ring

• 12V power outlets for first & second row