Mahindra Unveils NU_IQ Platform With Four Bold SUV Concepts, Know More
The first SUVs based on the NU_IQ platform are expected to hit production lines from 2027.
Mahindra & Mahindra, India's top SUV maker, has revealed its all-new NU_IQ platform — a modular, multi-energy architecture designed to power a new era of SUVs.
This advanced platform will support a variety of powertrains and designs, giving the brand flexibility to innovate while staying true to its rugged SUV DNA.
The NU_IQ platform marks a bold shift, promising customers freedom from compromises in performance, design, and technology. Mahindra showcased four exciting concept SUVs built on this base — Vision.S, Vision.T, Vision.SXT, and Vision.X.
Why Is This a Big Deal for Mahindra?
According to R Velusamy, President – Automotive Business (Designate) at Mahindra, NU_IQ is a strategic blueprint for the brand's global SUV future. It allows the creation of multiple vehicle types, all designed to deliver premium quality, strong performance, and world-class safety.
Each model has been jointly developed by Mahindra India Design Studio (Mumbai) and Mahindra Advanced Design Europe (UK), blending heritage with cutting-edge innovation.
When Will We See Them on Roads?
Mahindra plans to put the NU_IQ platform into production starting 2027. These SUVs aim to set new benchmarks in premium mobility, offering customers a blend of capability, style, and no-compromise performance.
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