Mahindra has announced that its XUV500 SUV will now be fitted with fuel-saving ‘micro-hybrid’ technology as standard. The Mahindra XUV500 will also receive a black interior compared to the previous beige colour as per customer feedback.

Mahindra XUV500 – Features

Engine Capability

The Mahindra XUV500 is fitted with a 2.2-litre common rail diesel engine with a Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT). This unit produces 103kW at 3750rpm with a maximum torque figure of 330Nm and is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission.

Micro-Hybrid Technology??

The new fuel-saving system, which saves fuel and cuts emissions, automatically activates a stop-start operation when the vehicle is standing still and when the gearbox is in neutral. The engine stops after 2.5 seconds and restarts when the clutch pedal is engaged. A button on the dashboard disengages the system when required.

“The introduction of the seven-seater XUV500 to the range of vehicles marketed by Mahindra SA provided a positive boost for the company’s overall brand image last year, as well as increased the company’s monthly retail sales significantly, according to the CEO of Mahindra SA, Ashok Thakur. “Prior to the launch of this striking new model at the end of September and its display at the Johannesburg Motor Show in October, our range was largely populated by vehicles that were aimed more at utility, durability and reliability. The XUV500, with its stylish, feature-packed looks has helped redefine this image to a large extent,” said Thakur.

Mahindra XUV500 – Price