2019 Mahindra Alturas G4 review, road test

An all-new generation of SsangYong’s flagship SUV, renamed and rebadged for India. But will India accept a Rs 30 lakh Mahindra?

Published on Feb 01, 2019 08:00:00 AM

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2019 Mahindra Alturas G4 review, road test

Engine refinement and cabin insulation is so good; masks speeds brilliantly while cruising.

Quality of materials used is top-notch. The Nappa leather and quilting on the dash provide a truly luxurious feel.

Last row best for short journeys due to tight legroom and a dark ambience.

The Alturas G4 is a hardy, body-on-frame SUV, and with a raised ride height for India and a generous 244mm (unladen) ground clearance, this SUV isn’t shy about taking the broken path. Ride quality, however, isn’t its forte and there’s always some body movement felt on less-than-perfect roads. The larger bumps are taken well, but road shocks aren’t as well damped as in the Ford Endeavour or even the Toyota Fortuner. Over expansion joints, it tends to pitch a bit more than usual.

Space is huge, seat is nicely contoured and backrest reclines to comfy angles.

On a winding section of road, the Alturas’ tyres start squealing in protest well before the suspension (or driver) is anywhere near their limit. Body roll for such a tall car is quite nicely contained but you can’t hustle this gargantuan SUV around bends and you have to treat it with respect. The steering has a disconnected feel and doesn’t give much road feedback, except for some unwanted kickback felt over mid-corner bumps. It also doesn’t offer the same directness or feedback as the Ford’s unit,
but the good thing is that it feels light at low speeds and the relatively tight 5.5m turning
radius is very handy when parking.