Mahindra & Mahindra, has launched the Plush New XUV500 in India. The premium SUV features bold new design, plush, luxurious interiors and higher power and torque. Prices for the new XUV500 start at INR 12.32 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai, for W5 variant).
Here are the variant-wise prices:
| Variant | MT | AT |
| W11 (O) Diesel | INR 16.68 lakh | INR 17.88 lakh |
| W11 Diesel | INR 16.43 lakh | INR 17.63 lakh |
| W9 Diesel | INR 15.23 lakh | INR 16.43 lakh |
| W7 Diesel | INR 13.58 lakh | INR 14.78 lakh |
| W5 Diesel | INR 12.32 lakh | – |
| G AT Petrol | – | INR 15.43 lakh |
The Plush New XUV500 gets a new wider grille with chrome inserts, fog lamps with a new chrome bezel, an all-new, stylish tailgate with spit tail-lamps and a new spoiler, LED DRLs and larger 45.72 cm (235/60 R18) diamond-cut alloys. The interiors of the new XUV500 feature new tan and black theme comprising of new quilted tan leather seats, soft-touch leather dashboard and door trims and a new piano-black center console. The fit and finish of the new XUV500 has been further refined and its cabin is now even quieter.
Mechanically, the SUV gets a more powerful mHawk155 engine that is now tuned to deliver 114 kW (155 BHP) of power and 360 Nm of torque. The new 6th generation electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger (eVGT) is claimed to have improved the low-end torque further. New technology offerings in the XUV500 include the industry-first smart watch connectivity and Arkamys enhanced audio output.
Safety net on the new XUV500 includes six airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP with Rollover mitigation, hill hold and hill descent control, and disc brakes on all wheels. In addition, the XUV500 also offers the first-in-class safety feature of Emergency Calling.
Available in five diesel variants, including an optional pack, namely W5, W7, W9, W11 & W11 OPT, the new XUV500 will also offer one gasoline option of G AT to customers. Customers can also choose from seven colors –
- New Crimson Red
- New Mystic Copper
- Pearl White
- Volcano Black
- Moon dust Silver
- Opulent Purple
- Lake Side Brown
Watch New 2018 Mahindra XUV500 Walk-around, Features and First Impressions:
NEW FEATURES AND KEY ENHANCEMENTS IN THE PLUSH NEW XUV500 AT A GLANCE:
Bold, new head-turning design
- Bold new front grille with chrome inserts
- New redesigned tailgate with split tail-lamps
- New bigger sporty 45.72 cm (235/60 R18) diamond-cut alloy wheels
- Stunning new Day-time Running Lights (DRLs)
- New aerodynamic rear spoiler & D pillar applique
- Fog lamps with new chrome bezel
- New chrome cladding on door sill
- New dual color ski-racks
Enhanced Luxury quotient with plush new interiors
- New luxurious quilted tan leather seats
- New black and tan interiors
- New soft touch leather dashboard & door trims
- New piano black center console
- New silver inserts
- Icy Blue Lounge Lighting
- Illuminated Scuff Plates
- Sporty aluminum pedals
Higher Power & Torque
- More powerful 2.2 litre mHawk155 diesel with a 6th generation eVGT (electronically controlled Variable Geometry Turbocharger)
- More Power: 114 Kw (155 BHP)
- More Torque: 360 Nm
- Improved low and mid-range torque for a pleasurable drive in cities as well as on highways
Refinements in NVH and Ride
- Quieter cabin
- More comfortable ride through an enhanced suspension set-up
Cutting Edge & Hi-tech Features
- Electric Sunroof with Anti-pinch
- 6-way Power-adjustable Driver’s Seat
- First-in- class Logo Projection Lamps on ORVMs
- 7″ Touchscreen Infotainment with GPS Navigation, USB Audio/Video/Picture Viewer, Bluetooth, iPod Connectivity, 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
- Smart 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
Best-in-Class Safety
- The Plush New XUV500 continues to offer best-in-class safety in the SUV segment. It comes with:
- 6 Airbags – 2 front airbags, 2 side airbags and 2 curtain airbags
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Rollover Mitigation
- Hill Hold & Hill Descent Control
- First-in-class Emergency Call
- ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
- Disc brakes on all 4 wheels
- Crash protection crumple zones
- Side impact beams
Here’s the image gallery of the Plush New XUV500:
