• A first of its kind flexible seating system in the 5+2 seater compact SUV segment
  • Enables 36 different seating combinations to get more out of the 'weekend life'
  • More comfortable reclining seats with better cushioning effect

Mumbai, 21 January 2014: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M), India's leading SUV manufacturer, today announced the launch of best-in-class flexible seating in its 5+2 seater compact and versatile SUV, the Quanto. Christened as 'Yoga seats', the new seats allow 36 different seating combinations that offer maximum flexibility and convenience. With this new seating system, the Quanto is the only sub 4 metre vehicle to have this 5+2 Yoga seating configuration.

Speaking on the occasion, Vivek Nayer, Chief Marketing Officer, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. said, "As a customer centric organization it is imperative that we pay close attention to the feedback received from our customers and offer enhanced value, across our spectrum of products. The introduction of the class leading Yoga seats in the Quanto is yet another proactive measure from us to ensure that our customers derive maximum value out of the product offering to suit their active lifestyle."

Mr. Nayer further added, "The new flexible 'Yoga seats', the Quanto take the Quanto's versatility to the next level. One can feel at home in the city, on highways or while driving off-road. One can also carry more bags, more weekend gears because of flexibility of storage and therefore enjoy more out of their weekend life."

With the new seating configuration, the second row of seats in the Quanto comes with a reclining option and a centrally placed armrest. This enables passengers to adjust the seat back for better seating comfort and better leg space. The all new seat fabric gives it a premium feel as well as makes you more comfortable with its better cushioning effect. Best-in-class flexibility available with 60:40 split, double dump 2nd row seats and 3rd row foldable seats facilitate maximizing your weekend life with 36 possible configurations.

About the Quanto

The Quanto is Mahindra's first Compact SUV, which perfectly blends the compactness and convenience of a city car with the power and ruggedness of an SUV. It is powered by new generation, light weight 1.5 L mCR100 diesel engine delivering class leading 100 PS power and 240 Nm torque with superior fuel mileage (ARAI) of 17.21 Kmpl. A robust and tough SUV true to the Mahindra DNA with high ground clearance of 180 mm and tight  turning  circle radius of 5.4 metres, it lets you drive it anywhere (city, rough roads, highways) confidently. It is the only vehicle in the sub 4 metre category to offer 5+2 flexible seating. The Quanto is fully loaded along with first-in-class features like Micro hybrid, Foldable Snack tray and Rear Intellipark offered at an attractive price point.

About Mahindra

The Mahindra Group focuses on enabling people to rise through solutions that power mobility, drive rural prosperity, enhance urban lifestyles and increase business efficiency.

A USD 16.7 billion multinational group based in Mumbai, India, Mahindra employs more than 180,000 people in over 100 countries. Mahindra operates in the key industries that drive economic growth, enjoying a leadership position in  tractors,  utility vehicles,  information technologyand vacation ownership. In addition, Mahindra enjoys a strong presence in the agribusiness, aerospace, components, consulting services, defence, energy,  financial services, industrial equipment, logistics,  real estate, retail, steel, commercial vehiclesand  two wheelerindustries.

In 2012, Mahindra featured on the Forbes Global 2000 list, a listing of the biggest and most powerful listed companies in the world. In 2013, the Mahindra Group received the Financial Times 'Boldness in Business' Award in the 'Emerging Markets' category.

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For further enquiries

Roma Balwani                                         

Chief Group Communications Officer

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.                                           

Phone: +91 22 2490 1441                                             

Email:  balwani.roma@mahindra.com

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