The latest spy pictures of the 2021 Mahindra XUV500 has come from Solang Valley in Himachal Pradesh, where the vehicle is going through tough terrain testing under extreme weather conditions. The heavily camouflaged test mule covers most of its design details. Read – 5 New Mahindra SUV Launch In 2021
Though, you can still notice the newly-designed headlamps with DRLs, slightly tweaked front bumper, flap-type door handles and significantly revised and wider rear section. Compared to the current generation, the new one will be packed with more advanced goodies including level 1 autonomous technology (ADAS – advanced driver assistance system).
The new XUV500 will offer Mercedes-like touchscreen infotainment system, segment’s largest full screen MID, a 3D panoramic vision and an eyelid tracking mechanism. The list will also include a new flat bottom steering wheel, an electronic parking brake with auto hold, chrome lined AC vents, connected car technology, wireless charging and more. Read – Mahindra XUV500, Scorpio, XUV300, Marazzo Prices Updated
One of the biggest changes will be made to its underpinning. The 2021 Mahindra XUV500 will sit on a new, stiffer monocoque architecture that has already been used in the new Thar. The SUV’s new model will be offered with two engines – a new 2.0L direct-injection turbo petrol and a 2.2L mHawk diesel.
While the gasoline will deliver a peak power of 190bhhp, the latter one will be good enough for 185bhp. The SUV model lineup can be had with a 6-speed manual gearbox or an Aisin-sourced 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. Read – What We Know So Far About 2021 Mahindra Bolero Neo
Official launch date and details of the 2021 Mahindra XUV500 are yet to be revealed by the carmaker. Though, it’s reported to hit roads in the month of April. It will be placed against the cars like MG Hector Plus and the upcoming Tata Safari. The latter one is due for 22nd February, 2021. After the second-generation XUV500, the home-grown carmaker will bring in the all-new Scorpio SUV with comprehensively revised design, interior and a new engine setup. It’s likely to arrive in the market by June, 2021.
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