Mahindra Marazzo MPV launched in India: A lot cheaper than the Toyota Innova Crysta

Mahindra has just launched the Marazzo MPV in India. Prices of the Mahindra Marazzo start from Rs. 9.99 lakhs, ex-showroom Delhi, making it a lot cheaper than the Toyota Innova Crysta, which starts from Rs. 14.4 lakhs. At the same time, the latest Mahindra MPV is pricier than another top seller – the Maruti Ertiga – which is priced at Rs. 6.34 lakhs.

The Marazzo is available in four variants: M2, M4, M6 and M8, priced at Rs. 9.99 lakhs, Rs. 10.95 lakhs, Rs. 12.4 lakhs and Rs. 13.9 lakhs, respectively. The MPV is sold with 7-seat and 8-seat options. All variants of the Mahindra Marazzo MPV receive twin airbags, ABS+EBD, seat belt warning and ISOFIX child seat mounts as standard.

The MPV is powered by a brand new 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine that’s been jointly developed by Mahindra and Ssangyong under a new engine family. The motor makes 121 Bhp-300 Nm. A 6-speed manual gearbox drives the front wheels of this body-on-ladder MPV, which has a transversely mounted engine (Transverse engine on a ladder frame front-wheel drive vehicle is a world first, Mahindra says). Hit the play button watch our exclusive walk-around video!

While an all-wheel drive layout will be offered for specific global markets, an automatic gearbox option is expected to be offered in India in future. This engine can be tweaked to meet Bharat Stage 6 emission norms, which will come into effect in April 2020. Also, Mahindra will introduce a petrol engine on the Marazzo in 2020.

Here is the variant round-up of the Marazzo, together with the features on offer.

M2 or base variant

• Engine immobilizer
• 16-inch steel wheels
• Fabric seat upholstery
• Power windows
• Central locking
• 12V power outlet
• USB charging point for rear passenger
• Digital clock
• Manual HVAC control
• Roof-mounted rear AC vents
• Manually adjustable wing mirrors

The M4 variant adds the following features,

• Full wheel caps
• Shark fin antenna
• Driver’s seat height adjust
• USB socket for front row
• USB and AUX for rear passenger
• Rear wiper and washer
• Voice messaging system
• Electrically adjustable wing mirrors

M6 trim adds the following,

• 16-inch alloy wheels
• Front and rear fog lamps
• Projector headlamps with follow-me-home feature
• Cornering lamps
• Premium fabric upholstery
• Adjustable lumbar support for front seats
• Remote keyless entry
• Conversation mirror
• Illuminated passenger-side vanity mirror
• Sunglass holder
• Centre console with Tambor door
• 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Navigation
• Personal reminders
• Steering-mounted controls for audio and other functions
• Rear parking sensors
• Emergency call feature

The M8 adds the following features,

• 17-inch machined alloy wheels
• LED daytime running lamps
• Leatherette seating upholstery
• Dual USB sockets for front and rear passengers
• Puddle lamps
• Cooled glovebox with illumination
• Touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Cruise control
• Reverse camera with display
• Automatic climate control
• Power folding and adjustable wing mirrors