BS6 Mahindra XUV500 Online Bookings Begin Ahead of Launch
Recently, Mahindra & Mahindra revealed the variant-wise feature details of the BS6-compliant XUV500 SUV. Now, the company has started taking online pre-bookings for the updated model at an initial sum of Rs 5,000. The BS6 Mahindra XUV500 will come in four trims – W5, W7, W9 and W11 (O). The currently available entry-level W3 variant and AWD (all-wheel-drive) system will be removed from the model lineup.
The powertrain of the BS6 Mahindra XUV500 has been calibrated with the DPF (diesel particulate filter), SCR (selective catalytic reduction) and a 2-way oxidation catalyst. The updated 2.2L mHawk diesel motor now gets the new-generation electronically controlled variable geometry turbocharger (eVGT).
The power and torque figures of the BS6-compliant engine are likely to remain unchanged. In its BS4 form, it pushes out a peak power of 153bhp at 3750rpm and 360Nm between 1750rpm-2800rpm. Similar to the existing model, the BS6 version will come with a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic gearbox option. Read – Top 3 Upcoming Mahindra XUV500 Rivals
The list of standard features will include the projector headlamps, silver grille inserts, roof rails, black coloured foglamp bezel, 6-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto, Mahindra Blue Sense App, Arkamys sound system, voice commands, smart watch connectivity, advanced intellipark, electronic steering lock, steering mounted controls, cruise control, hill hold and descent control, Ecosense and electronic stability program with rollover mitigation.
The higher trim will get 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, 6-way electronically adjustable driver seat, quilted leather, Connected app, brake energy regeneration, side and curtain airbags, and micro hybrid technology.
The carmaker will give a generation change to the Mahindra XUV500 early next year. The SUV’s all-new model will witness comprehensive changes inside and out. The biggest update will come in the form of the new mStallion petrol engine that made its debut at this year’s Auto Expo.
