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.

Tech Specs

Price	Diesel AT
Ex-showroom - Delhi	Rs 29.95 lakh (4x4 AT) (ex-showroom, India)
Warranty	3 years/1,20,000km
Engine	Diesel AT
Fuel Type / Propulsion	Diesel
Engine Installation	Front, longitudinal
Type	4 cyl, turbo-diesel
Cubic Capacity (cc)	2157cc
Bore/Stroke (mm)	86.2/92.4mm
Compression Ratio	15.5:1
Valve Train	4 valves per cyl, DOHC
Max Power (hp @ rpm)	181hp at 4000rpm
Max Torque (Nm @ rpm)	420Nm at 1600-2600rpm
Power to Weight Ratio (hp/tonne)	84.18 hp per tonne
Torque to Weight Ratio (Nm/tonne)	195.34 Nm per tonne
Specific Output (hp/litre)	83.91 hp per litre
Transmission	Diesel AT
Drive Layout	Four-wheel drive
Gearbox Type	Automatic
No of Gears	7
1st Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	4.377/9.637
2nd Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	2.859/14.75
3rd Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	1.921/21.95
4th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	1.368/30.83
5th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	1.000/42.18
6th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	0.82/51.44
7th Ratio/kph per 1000 rpm	0.728/57.94
Final Drive Ratio	3.31:1
Braking	Diesel AT
80 - 0 kph (mts, sec)	28.75m, 2.88s
Efficiency	Diesel AT
City (kpl)	8.5kpl
Highway (kpl)	12kpl
Tank size (lts)	70 litres
Acceleration	Diesel AT
0 - 10 kph (sec)	0.52s
0 - 20 kph (sec)	1.04s
0 - 30 kph (sec)	1.59s
0 - 40 kph (sec)	2.48s
0 - 50 kph (sec)	3.40s
0 - 60 kph (sec)	4.67s
0 - 70 kph (sec)	6.04s
0 - 80 kph (sec)	7.49s
0 - 90 kph (sec)	9.28s
0 - 100 kph (sec)	11.24s
0 - 110 kph (sec)	13.49s
0 - 120 kph (sec)	16.05s
0 - 130 kph (sec)	19.28s
0 - 140 kph (sec)	23.01s
1/4 mile (sec)	17.42s
20-80kph (sec)	6.41s
40-100kph (sec)	8.62s
Max speeds in gear	Diesel AT
1st (kph @rpm)	39kph at 4000rpm
2nd (kph @rpm)	59kph at 4000rpm
3rd (kph @rpm)	90kph at 4100rpm
4th (kph @rpm)	129kph at 4200rpm
5th (kph @rpm)	177kph at 4200rpm
6th (kph @rpm)	153kph at 3000rpm*
7th (kph @rpm)	143kph at 2500rpm*
Noise Level	Diesel AT
Idle (dB)	41.3dB
Idle with AC blower at half (dB)	53.8dB
Full Revs, AC off (dB)	53.8dB
50 kph AC off (dB)	57dB
80 kph AC off (dB)	62dB
Body	Diesel AT
Construction	Five-door, body-on-frame SUV
Weight (kg)	2150kg
Front Tyre	255/60 R18
Rear Tyre	255/60 R18
Spare Tyre	255/60 R18
Suspension	Diesel AT
Front	Independent, double wishbone with coil-springs
Rear	Non-independent, multi-link with coil-springs
Steering	Diesel AT
Type	Rack and pinion
Type of power assist	Hydraulic
Turning Circle Diameter (mts)	11m
Brakes	Diesel AT
Front	Disc
Rear	Disc
Interior	Diesel AT
Cruise control	Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment Type	Electric
Heated / Cooled Seats	Yes
Seat upholstery	Leather
HVAC type	2-zone climate control
Touchscreen	8.0-inch
Sunroof	Yes
Boot operation	Electric
Dimensions	Diesel AT
Length	4850mm
Width (mm)	1960mm
Height	1845mm
Wheel base	2865mm
Front Track (mm)	1620mm
Rear Track (mm)	1620mm
Rear Interior Width (mm)	1500mm
Ground Clearance (mm)	244mm (unladen)
Boot Capacity (Lts)	240-1806 litres
Exterior	Diesel AT
Headlamp type	Xenon
Automatic headlamps	Yes
Rain sensing wipers	Yes
360 degree camera	Yes
Safety Features	Diesel AT
Airbags	9
ESP	Yes