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Who Are We

Some stories aren’t just told - they’re lived. At Mahindra, rallying is where adventure meets courage, and every challenge is a chance to push limits.

Diesels may have been underestimated, but the Super XUV500 changed the game. From the icy passes of Raid De Himalaya to the scorching dunes of Desert Storm and the rugged trails of Dakshin Dare, this rally-prepped powerhouse didn’t just compete - it conquered, bagging podiums at every turn. In 2012, we took on extreme rallying with two Super XUV500s in Desert Storm, igniting a journey of relentless determination and unstoppable grit.

And the victories followed. The Mahindra Adventure Rally Team has dominated extreme rally raids and the Indian National Rally Championship (INRC), clinching back-to-back championships. Every win, every podium, is a testament to our spirit - bold, fearless, and unapologetically Mahindra.

HISTORY

2020

Continuing the legacy of champions, the Super XUV300 roared to victory, claiming the overall INRC Championship. Proudly, it became the first compact SUV in India to win this prestigious title, setting a new benchmark in rallying.

2019

The season began with our champions on the podium at INRC Chennai. With the all-new Super XUV300, Team Mahindra Adventure dominated Dakshin Dare and INRC Bangalore. The final round in Kochi saw them triumphantly sealing the series, ending 2019 on a high.

2018

Two freshly revamped Super XUV500s kicked off the season in style. Dominating South India Rally and Coimbatore Rally, they finished 1st & 2nd, establishing a lead on the points chart. Gaurav Gill’s victory in the final round crowned him INRC 2018 Champion, a prod

moment for the team.

2017

With only two Super XUV500s in action, piloted by Gaurav Gill/Musa Sherif and Amittrajit Ghosh/Ashwin Naik, the team reclaimed the Indian Rally Championship and the Constructors’ title, proving once again that Mahindra never settles for anything less than the top.

2016

Despite new challengers in the INRC circuit, the team proudly bagged the Constructors’ championship, narrowly missing the Driver’s title by a single point—a testament to resilience and skill.

2015

Living up to the expectations of being champions, Mahindra Adventure once again dominated the INRC circuit. Our drivers and navigators showcased precision and grit, proudly securing the INRC championship.

2014

Sunny Sidhu and navigator PVS Murthy piloted the Super XUV500 to victory at Desert Storm, making history as the first diesel SUV to win the iconic endurance rally. Along with new driver Amittrajit Ghosh, the team proudly claimed the INRC 2014 title.

2013

Entering the new INSUVRC category in the INRC, Gaurav Gill & Musa Sherif piloted the Super XUV500 to dominate every rally. Their unmatched performance brought home the championship in a debut season, marking a proud beginning for Mahindra Adventure in national SUV rallying.