Mahindra Marazzo

Expert Review by Maxabout

Overview

The Mahindra Marazzo is a significant new vehicle for Mahindra, and its complete development has been meticulously planned. It is likely the first vehicle after the XUV500 to be both good-looking and spacious, with 7 and 8-seater choices. The company-owned Italian firm Pininfarina created Mahindra Marazzo's design in partnership with the company's in-house design team in Mumbai. They created the Marazzo at the Mahindra Research Valley in Chennai, with significant help from the Mahindra North American Technical Center.

Mahindra Marazzo Design and Style

The name Marazzo is from the Basque word for shark, from which it draws inspiration for the design of the Marazzo. The apex predator of the sea inspired the front grille, fog lamps, antenna, and rear tail lamps, according to Mahindra's design team. The teeth on the front grille give the otherwise smiling face a frightening appearance, and they complement the smoked projector headlamps beautifully. The proportions are quite MUV, with a bonnet line that flows nicely into the roof line through the front windshield in a fairly van-like fashion, but the side accent lines give it a very aggressive canted forward attitude that's rather sporty.

The machine-cut 17-inch alloys are likewise anything but boring, adding a splash of colour to the side profile. The big tail lights that resemble a shark's tail, in shape and size, along with a large chrome strip that goes across the entire rear hatch, are the true standouts in the back. Unlike in the TV commercial, the Marazzo is pretty gorgeous in person. It's larger than the little Renault Lodgy or the Maruti Ertiga, equivalent in stature to the Toyota Innova (which is 150 mm longer), yet feels much smaller than the huge Tata Hexa, which is 4788 mm long.

Mahindra Marazzo Engine and Gearbox

Mahindra is well known for producing dependable and strong engines. Marazzo is no exception as it features a tried-and-true 1.5 L turbo-diesel engine which comes paired with a 6-speed manual transmission that delivers 121 horsepower and 300 Nm of peak torque. The engine's overall performance and punch are excellent. Marazzo has excellent low-speed drivability and requires a few gear shifts in traffic. However, the lack of automatic transmission and petrol engine alternatives makes Marazzo a tough choice for new buyers. However, the engine's fuel efficiency makes it ideal for extended excursions.

Mahindra Marrazzo Suspension, Brakes and Tyres

2023 Mahindra Marazzo has a body-on-frame chassis, front-wheel drive, and a transversely mounted engine, which Mahindra claims is the first time they have employed this combination in the world. Mahindra further says that the arrangement has the advantage to provide comfort and handling similar to a monocoque chassis. The front and rear wheels have been positioned as far apart as possible to maximize internal space, resulting in better weight distribution and improved vehicle dynamics. Despite the ladder frame, the new Marazzo has a nice ride thanks to the double-wishbone suspension in the front and a twist-beam configuration in the rear. To increase ride quality, the Marazzo also employs isolators between the wheels and suspension, as well as between the frame and suspension, which aid in shock absorption. The braking system is handled well in the Mahindra Marazzo with disc brakes at both the front and rear ends.

Interior and Instrument Cluster of Mahindra Marazzo

2023 Mahindra Marazzo's interiors were created in partnership with the in-house design company Pininfarina. Let's start in the front row, where the chairs are pleasant and comfortable despite a small lack of under-thigh support. The driving position provides the driver with a good perspective of the road, and the light-coloured interiors contribute to the sense of space. Dash and instrument clusters are very modern and appealing, particularly the way everything glows purple after sunset. The instrument cluster is also black-purple, with a 4.2-inch multi-information display nestled between the tachometer and speedometer. Besides providing important information, the display enables turn-by-turn navigation. It also has a timer and a reminder for personal dates such as birthdays and anniversaries.

The seats in the second row, like those in the first, are comfortable, but they have a 20mm longer seat base, which compensates for the lack of under-thigh support in the first row. The roof-mounted AC vents are fully adjustable, and you can even turn off the venting entirely, but the diffuse mode is the cherry on top. On a hot day, once the cabin has completely cooled down, or during a normal even drive, switching to diffuse mode spreads the airflow evenly around the cabin, eliminating the problem of an additional chilly zone.

The third row comfortably accommodates fully grown adults. Though three people will be uncomfortable in this space on longer road trips because of the rear-mounted secondary AC unit taking up space on the right side of the car, two adults will be comfortable in this space even on longer road excursions.

Key Features of Mahindra Marazzo

2023 Mahindra Marazzo key features include a new 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, dual-tone black and beige interior, with a piano black finish on the dashboard, purple-illuminated analogue instrument cluster, roof-mounted AC vents for all three rows, and Mahindra's new Blue Sense app compatibility, projector headlamps, LED DRLs, Cornering lights, Remote keyless entry, Roof lamp having theater effect, The height-adjustable seat of the driver, dual airbags, ABS with EBD, disc brakes on all four wheels, ISOFIX child seats, impact and speed-sensing auto door lock/unlock, door ajar warnings, rear defogger with auto timer, car theft alarm, front and rear fog lamps and 80 km/h speed warning.

Top Speed and Mileage of Mahindra Marazzo

2023 Mahindra Marazzo has a claimed fuel efficiency of 17.6 km/l, which is fairly good for a vehicle of this class. The fuel tank capacity is 45L, which translates to a range of close to 800 kilometers after a full fill-up. The top speed of the Mahindra Marazzo is around 145 km/h, and it can speed up from 0 to 100 km/h in around 15 seconds.

Mahindra Marazzo Colour Options

Mahindra offers new Marazzo in 4 different colour options; Iceberg White, Shimmering Silver, Aqua Marine and Oceanic Black.

Mahindra Marazzo Competitors

Toyota Innova Crysta, Maruti Nexa XL6, Renault Triber, Kia Carens, and Maruti Suzuki Ertiga are Marazzo's principal rivals.

Conclusion

2023 Mahindra Marazzo is without a doubt Mahindra's best vehicle to date. The MPV is well-suited to Indian families and will be popular with cab aggregators because of its lower price point than the Toyota Innova Crysta. Mahindra's strong foothold in rural India will be an advantage for the brand, and they expect the Marazzo to impress purchasers at all levels. More space, more power, a higher premium quotient, and aggressive pricing will make Mahindra Marazzo a market winner in India.