The seats themselves aren't all that comfortable and do not hold you in place. Look towards the Vitara Brezza or the Ford EcoSport if you intend on attacking the twisties. We expected Mahindra to price the NuvoSport aggressively, undercutting the Brezza and the EcoSport substantially. It sits flush with the centre console at an almost upright angle, because of which using the system on the go isn't the easiest thing to do. This particular top-spec N8 AMT variant doesn't seem to justify the INR 9. As was the case with the Xylo and the old Scorpio, the NuvoSport too does a shimmy on start-up and shut-down. The front profile no longer reminds us of the old Xylo. It shivers, and one can feel vibrations on the pedals and the gearstick. The suspension is soft and will iron out bumps and potholes at low speeds — very few filter into the cabin.Ride quality is typically Mahindra.5-litre, 3-cylinder engine called the 'mHawk100'. However, you will have to plan your overtakes. You do not get that surge of boost like you would, say in the Vitara Brezza.36 lakh (ex-showroom, Thane).The sub 4-metre rule has been a curveball for most manufacturers. The pedals too, are slightly off-set to the right. We'd have loved some more feedback from the pedal and a little less nose-diving under hard braking.After tasting success with the TUV300, Mahindra has now slid the NuvoSport into the fray. Now, we'd agree that the initial offerings such as the Verito Vibe and the Quanto were rather forgettable. The new chassis from the Scorpio has helped contain the body roll a fair bit. Sadly, that isn't the case. There are a couple of ergonomic issues as well.InteriorMahindra might have just made a huge blunder by not updating the design inside.The most noticeable addition is the 6.To sum up, the NuvoSport's interior is tad disappointing. Prices for the NuvoSport start at INR 7. But that did not stop them from having a go again. The Mahindra believes in chugging along calmly. It forms an eyebrow over the headlamps and does look cool. With 100 horses and 240Nm of torque at its disposal, the NuvoSport is the most powerful SUV in its segment. The only complaint here is the backrest angle. Like most automated manuals, the 'autoshift' gearbox on the NuvoSport doesn't do much to suppress shift-shocks. Considering it goes up against the likes of the Vitara Brezza and the Ford EcoSport, we wish Mahindra had brought a better package to the table. While Mahindra did a decent job with the KUV100 and the TUV300, the quality China Downlights of materials, fit and finish in the NuvoSport can be termed average at best. The engine comes alive with a characteristic 3-cylinder clatter. Seating three in the rear bench is hardly a task too. Mahindra was amongst the first to work around it and not crib about the regulations. The Quanto's interiors looked outdated even back then, and carrying the same design in 2016 is a bit of a no-no. It does not roll as much as the Quanto would. But like we said — that's not the point! We have to say — turbo lag is well under control and power delivery is linear. You can recline the second row and lounge, but you will need to tuck the third row of seats away to do so. Like we said, maintain a steady right foot, don't force it to pick-up its frock and run — and it does just fine. But, on the whole, the design is cohesive and digestible now. Do not exceed the legal speed limit and it does just fine. Weaving in and out of traffic isn't its forte thanks to the size, but the steering does take the sting out of it. The new 16" alloy wheels are a welcome change. The Quanto was a bit of an oddball, wasn't it Thankfully, the NuvoSport isn't as outlandish. How different is it from its sibling More importantly, is there more to it than the fancy dress Let's take a look!DesignLet's not mince words here. It rocks from side to side, which might be slightly uncomfortable for the occupants.Drive the NuvoSport around and you'd quickly realize that it is at ease pottering around the city calmly. Also, if you are close to six feet tall, you will find you forehead brushing against the C-Pillar. If you have Size 11 shoes like I do, prepare to be slightly uncomfortable. Our favourite element, have to be the LED daytime running lamps. On a related note, they are bright and grab attention even under the noon sun. There is absolutely no point trying to extract performance out of it — especially from the AMT variant. The dead pedal too is quite thin and is barely usable if you have large feet. Mahindra has also gone ahead and added leatherette (faux leather) upholstery and an updated instrument cluster to the package as well.VerdictThe NuvoSport is a much better package than the Quanto — that's a given. Moreover, there aren’t seatbelts or lap belts either. Subtle updates like the smoked out tail-lamps and the new cover for the spare gel well with the overall theme.The 240Nm of torque kicks in at a relatively low 1600rpm, which makes in-city driveability an absolute breeze. Just like the Renault Duster, one cannot buckle up with the driver side armrest in place. Boot space is fairly generous — rated at 412 litres. Of course, it is a 5+2 seater, just like the TUV300. At highway speeds, the ride is slightly choppy. The tall height and the narrow snout is still quirky.PerformanceUnder the aggressively styled bonnet, lies a 1.The side and the rear remain virtually unchanged. It is carried over from its sibling, the TUV300 and runs a different state of tune. The compact-SUV rides on meaty 215 section tyres that give it a butch stance. If space, power, and a cushiony ride are your key criterions, the NuvoSport is the one to pick!. The dimensions are nearly identical to the outgoing Quanto. While we are on the subject, we wish Mahindra had equipped it with a reverse camera. Rearward visibility is an issue due to the tall height and the thick C-Pillar. Drive it with a steady and light right foot and the AMT makes the drive a relatively fuss-free experience. We're sure the manual will be much better in this regard.The NuvoSport is ideal for a broken road infested city like Mumbai. The newer chassis and the updates make the NuvoSport what the Quanto should have been in the first place. It isn't exactly quick off the line. It is simply a bit too upright for our liking. There's no running away from the fact that the NuvoSport when viewed side on, still looks like a Xylo with a chopped derriere. The trademark Mahindra 'toothy' grille, air vent on the hood and the large bumper with a faux skidplate lend it some aggression. As is the case with mos

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