Gateway is based on the Scorpio platform and sports a grand deck that can carry various equipment and gear as per an individual's lifestyle needs.
"Scorpio Gateway is a lifestyle offshoot of the Scorpio, which, while retaining its stamped ruggedness, comfort and class, is also designed to provide superlative luxury and style", Vivek Nayer, vice president, M & M automotive sector (marketing and sales) said.
The new vehicle is aimed at the growing breed of the affluent, adventurous youth.
Gateway has a contemporary look with all controls designed with ease of access and operation in mind. For security purposes, the Gateway is fitted with an alarm, immobiliser and offers keyless entry.
It is powered by 2600 cc common rail diesel engine and delivers 115 bhp at 3800 rpm and 28.3 Kgm torque at 1800 rpm.
The vehicle is available in four colours. The Scorpio Gateway 2WD and 4WD "double cap" are priced at Rs 713,356 and Rs 818,080 respectively, (ex-showroom Bangalore).