How The Mahindra Xuv500 Is Truly Distinctive

By Author: Alex Ferguson
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Mahindra’s ambition to tap into the international marketshas finally become a reality, for the company has taken its SUV prowess to new levels by surprising SUV users. The XUV500 is now available in 3 versions namely –

• XUV500 W6 FWD
• XUV500 W8 FWD
• XUV500 W8 AWD

- With the last one being the top variant. Launched in India and South Africa simultaneously, this SUV is probably the most advanced SUV made indigenously and currently available in the Indian markets, the obvious rationale being the need to appeal international consumers. Although well-suited for all kinds of driving, as we look into its unique qualities, the Mahindra XUV500definitely shines as the perfect pod for exploratory trips that can be largely unpredictable.

Construction and Style

It is India’s first SUV with a monocoque construction wherein the body and platform are integrated into one for low weight, structural consistency and fluid driving experience. With Mahindra’s first-ever transverse engine, the vehicle also ...
... boasts of its sturdy stance and agile design inspired from that of a cheetah. Available in six classy shades, this SUV flaunts a fierce front typified with the signature LED parking lights and static bending projection headlamps which turn to illuminate curved paths as the vehicle gauges an imminent turn. But its true style is that of being an all-rounder smart vehicle which reflects in the generous load of features that ensure a great deal of safety, comfort, convenience and good looks on performance driven engine.

Power, Performance and Technology

Do not be surprised if the world becomes surreal while cruising across long empty roads. This because of the superlative torque of 330Nm and 140bhp output served by the 2.2 litremHawk engine.The 5th gen turbochargers take care of the instant acceleration while India’s first-ever developed six speed transmission and the two overdrives enabled by them, ensure optimum torque and speed thus giving an efficiency of 12-24 kmpl, thereby satisfying the persistent Indian craving for good average.Wait, there’s more to top the general Mahindra XUV500 reviews.

The AWD (All Wheel Drive) technology in the top variant gives an unmatched control of the vehicle no matter how challenging the terrain gets. The Interactive Torque Management system when called for, takes over the clutch and other systems like engine management, steering angle sensors and anti-lock braking while also intelligently distributing the torque between the front and rear wheels.So much for rough topography, but what about city-driving? The micro-hybrid technology puts the engine on standby a cuple of seconds after you switch to neutral and then roars back to power with the clutch, thus lowering your CO2 emissions!

Safety and Luxury

The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) constantly monitors the car movements and applies the brakes and necessary torque to restore vehicle stability as soon as a loss of control is suspected. The best part of the infotainment system that manages GPS navigation, drivers’ assist, reverse-parking assist, making and receiving calls, interior temperature and of course music in leather wrapped lounge environment. Yes, it’s all in an SUV.