Cars

New Mahindra XUV500 launched at Rs 12.32 lakh

By Sagar

Posted on April 18, 2018

Mahindra has launched the new XUV500 at Rs 12.32 lakh ex-showroom, Mumbai. The updated SUV is available in a total of 10 variants, and below are the ex-Mumbai prices —

Trim	Manual	Automatic
Diesel
W5	Rs 12.32 lakh	–
W7	Rs 13.58 lakh	Rs 14.78 lakh
W9	Rs 15.23 lakh	Rs 16.43 lakh
W11	Rs 16.43 lakh	Rs 17.63 lakh
W11 (O)	Rs 16.68 lakh	Rs 17.88 lakh
Petrol
G	–	Rs 15.43 lakh

Design changes include a new front grille with chrome inserts, new LED DRLs, fog lamps with new chrome bezel, new diamond-cut 18-inch alloy wheels shod with 235/60 tyres, redesigned tailgate with split taillamps, and a new rear spoiler.

2018-Mahindra-XUV-500-interior

Not much has changed in the interior layout compared to the outgoing model. However, there is soft-touch leather on the dashboard & door cards, quilted tan leather seats, and piano black center console.

Other features include —

Electric Sunroof with Anti-pinch
6-way Power-adjustable Driver’s Seat
Logo Projection Lamps on ORVMs
7-inch Touchscreen Infotainment with GPS Navigation, Bluetooth and AUX Input
Reverse Parking Camera with Dynamic Assist
Android Auto
Connected Apps
Ecosense Technology
Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC)
Smart Watch Connectivity
Arkamys audio
Tire-Tronics (Tyre Pressure & Temperature Monitoring System)
Push Button Start / Stop
Passive Keyless Entry
Rain and Light Sensors
Cruise Control
Brake Energy Regeneration System
Voice Messaging System
Voice Commands with Voice Recognition and SMS Read Out
Mahindra Blue Sense Technology

Powertrains
Powering the new XUV500 is a 2.2-litre mHawk¹⁵⁵ diesel with 6th generation eVGT (electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger), delivering 155 hp at 3750 rpm and 360 Nm of torque between 1750 and 2800 rpm. Transmission is a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. All-wheel drive is optional on W11 variants.

Mahindra said that the low and mid-range torque has been improved for a pleasurable drive in cities as well as on highways.

On the petrol side, there is a 2.2-litre mHawk unit that has been carried over as is from the outgoing XUV500 petrol. The engine produces 140 hp at 4500 rpm and 320 Nm of torque between 2000 and 3000 rpm, paired with a 6-speed automatic gearbox.

Safety
Safety kit includes 6 Airbags – 2 front airbags, 2 side airbags and 2 curtain airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Rollover Mitigation, ABS with EBD, Hill Hold & Hill Descent Control, Emergency Call, all four disc brakes, crash protection crumple zones and side-impact beams.

There are 7 colors to choose from — New Crimson Red, New Mystic Copper, Pearl White, Volcano Black, Moondust Silver, Opulent Purple and Lake Side Brown.

Mahindra said that the new XUV500 owners get PURPLE CLUB Program membership that provides lifestyle and service privileges.

Update: XUV500 gets a new W3 base variant