Mahindra Imperio
Courtesy of Bharath Autos, here is
another revealing set of spyshots that show the exterior and interior of the
Mahindra Genio facelift, which will be branded the Mahindra Imperio when
launched next month (January 6, 2016).
The Imperio gets a
redesigned front fascia with a ‘toothed-grille’, sleeker headlight enclosures,
circular foglight enclosures, and a new front bumper. However, over to the
side, the design of the Imperio’s door is unmistakable for anything but a Xylo
(the Imperio/Genio is based on the MPV).
The spyshot of the interior shows that
the Imperio will largely continue unchanged in comparison to the Genio: The
design of the steering wheel, instrument cluster and center console remain
unaltered. However, the Imperio gets the Power and Eco driving modes that are
seen on the Mahindra Maxximo Plus (the driver can choose the Power mode when
driving on inclines for maximum engine power, whereas the Eco mode will ensure
better fuel efficiency).
Under the hood, the Imperio for the
Indian market is expected to continue using the 2.5-liter four-cylinder mDI
CRDe diesel engine which develops 75 hp and 220 Nm of torque, paired to a
5-speed gearbox.
For the Indian market, the Imperio will
be offered only with 4×2, whereas for export markets, those including African
and Australian markets, the Imperio is expected with 4×4 arrangement and the
more powerful 2.2-liter mHawk engine.
