The country’s most popular SUV - the Mahindra XUV500 - has set a new benchmark by crossing the 1.5 lakh unit sales milestone in India. First launched in September 2011, the XUV500 has been designed entirely in-house at Mahindra’s research and development facility, Mahindra Research Valley (MRV) in Chennai. The Mahindra XUV500 that has always been favored for its off-road capabilities and robust body-built, has received a facelift in May 2015.
Powering the SUV is a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine that is mated to a six-speed manual transmission. This engine is capable to deliver a maximum power of 140bhp at 3,750rpm and 330Nm between 1,600rpm – 2,800rpm. While the FWD (front-wheel drive) system comes a standard feature, the AWD (all-wheel drive) is an optional offering. The updated XUV500 is claimed to return a fuel efficiency of 16kmpl.
Commenting on the XUV500 milestone, Pravin Shah, President & Chief Executive (Automotive), Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. said “This is a proud moment for us as the XUV500 reaches this milestone. We would like to thank our customers for their support which has enabled the brand to grow from strength to strength. This achievement reaffirms the XUV500’s immense popularity as it continues to set new standards in its category.”
“Being a listening organization, we constantly incorporate consumer insights and feedback. With the launch of the New Age XUV500 in May 2015 we have further pushed the boundaries on the fronts of technology, capability and brand which has resonated well with our customers”, he added further.
