Plush and Classy! Karnataka Agencies Unveils the Most Luxurious Mahindra XUV 500 in City
Plush and Classy! Karnataka Agencies Unveils The Most Luxurious Mahindra XUV 500 in City, Priced at a unbelievable price starting at Rs 12.32 Lakh
Mangaluru: The much awaited The Mahindra XUV 500 has received an update after almost three years, and now, with the improved styling, better features and updated diesel engine. The 2018 Mahindra XUV 500 facelift today finally went on sale in India priced at ₹ 12.32 lakh (ex-showroom). Primarily offered in 5 diesel variants and one optional variant. The updated XUV 500 comes with both petrol and diesel engines, in manual and automatic transmission option. Along with a host of exterior and interior updates, the SUV now also has a more powerful mHawk155 diesel engine on offer that makes 155 bhp, while the output of the petrol engine remains unchanged. The Mahindra XUV 500 has received an update after almost three years, and now, with the improved styling, better features and a more powerful diesel engine, the SUV is more equipped to take on the likes of the Tata Hexa and the Jeep Compass.
The unveiling of the Mahindra XUV 500 by local dealer-Karnataka Agencies was done today, 18 April 2018, at their showroom located on N.H. 66, Kottara Chowki, Mangaluru. The unveiling ceremony began with welcome address by CEO of Karnataka Agencies-R C Rodrigues, where he appreciated the support and encouragement of all his clients and well-wishers. The chief guest for the unveiling ceremony Dr AJ Shetty- MD of AJ Hospital and Research Centre, Mangaluru in his address to the gathering said, “I have a close association with R C Rodrigues and his firm since I have been buying vehicles from them for the last 35 years. One thing I appreciate about Karnataka Agencies is their Customer Satisfaction motto, and also their service department is very prompt and needs to be commended. I am happy to note that from one business in Mangaluru, Karnataka Agencies has sprung into many locations in the State. I wish them all success and progress in their business”.
The features of the XUV were briefed through an audio-video presentation by Denston Peter- Sales Manager {High-End Vehicles} at Karnataka Agencies. After unveiling of the Mahindra XUV 500 by chief guest Dr A J Shetty, along with R C Rodrigues; Ratan Rodrigues-Partner, Karnataka Agencies; Anil Sequiera-Personal Sales Head; and Fortunate Serrao-Commercial Sales Head-both at Karnataka Agencies, the keys to the first two Mahindra XUV 500 were handed over to the privileged customers namely- Shedde Manjunath Bhandary; and Ms Ashwini Puthran Furtado. Both the customers were overwhelmed to be the owners of the First two brand new Mahindra XUV 500, especially the two sons of Ms Furtado, who are anxiously waiting to go for a jolly good round with their parents! The unveiling ceremony was compered by Ms Nehal Rao-SSI Champion at Karnataka Agencies.
ABOUT MAHINDRA XUV 500 Facelift:
The prices for the top-end automatic model is Rs 17.88 lakh, while the basic variant costs Rs 12.32 lakh. The diesel engine now makes more power and torque. The Mahindra XUV500 takes on the Jeep Compass and Tata Hexa. Both the petrol and diesel models come with their respective 2.2-litre, four-cylinder mHawk engines. The mHawk diesel now comes with the sixth generation electronically controlled variable geometry turbocharger (EVGT) and has power uprated to produce a maximum of 153 bhp at 3750 rpm and develops a peak torque of 360 Nm at 1750-2800 rpm. The EVGT system allows torque to be available more easily in the low-end of the power band. The petrol motor, on the other hand, develops 138 bhp at 4500 rpm and 320 Nm of peak torque at 2000-3000 rpm. Transmission options include a 6-speed synchromesh manual gearbox, and an Aisin sourced 6-speed automatic unit.
The exterior changes on the Mahindra XUV500 facelift mainly include restyled front and rear portions. Up front, the SUV comes with a new larger grille with chrome surrounds and chrome inserts in the centre, flanked by a pair of new larger projector headlamps with integrated LED daytime running lights. The front bumper has also been revised and now it gets a bigger central air dam and chrome accents for the tear-duct-shaped fog lamps. The XUV500 now also gets optional 18-inch alloy wheels for the top-end W11 trim, while the rest gets 17-inch wheels as standard. In terms of dimensions, the SUV remains unchanged with a total length of 4585 mm, a width of 1890 mm, a height of 1785 mm and a wheelbase of 2700 mm.
The cabin has also been updated and now the top-end model comes with revised seats upholstered in new quilted tan and black two-tone leather, while the interior now gets a new dual tone black and grey treatment. Having said that the dashboard design looks largely similar to the pre-facelift model with the same steering wheel, centre console and aircon vents. The centre stage on the dashboard is taken by a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with GPS, USB (Audio / Video), and Bluetooth. The system also comes with Android Auto, Connected Apps and Eco-sense.
Other features include – electric sunroof with anti-pinch, logo projection lamps on ORVMs, push-button start/stop, keyless entry, and rain sensing wipers. The SUV also features a 6-way power adjustable driver seat, fully automatic climate control, steering wheel with tilt and telescopic function, electrically operable ORVMs. Safety features include dual airbags and ABD with EBD as a standard offering for all variant and six airbags (including side and curtain) on the top-end model, along with ESP with rollover mitigation and hill hold and hill descent control.
ABOUT KARNATAKA AGENCIES:
Karnataka Agencies established in 1976 has enjoyed a very fruitful association with Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, a leading manufacturer of Utility Vehicles in India it has been a great journey for Karnataka Agencies, since its inception. With sheer dedication and willingness to serve their customers better, Karnataka agencies in 1986 opened its First Showroom for Sale & Service of Mahindra Vehicles, to cater to customers in and around Mangalore. It was not just the Performance or the Dedication and Willingness to serve but also our desire to be Customer Centric that in the year 1997 prompted M/s Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd to offer two more Districts of Chikamagalur and Hassan where New Showrooms were opened for Sale & Service of Mahindra Vehicles.
More than 70 years after inception, Mahindra & Mahindra is still India’s Premier Utility Vehicle (UV) Manufacturer and has grown by leaps and bounds. In addition to making groundbreaking UV’s like the XUV5oo, Scorpio, Xylo and the Bolero titled as India’s Number One, Mahindra also offers Sedans, Compact SUV’s, Electric Vehicles and Commercial Vehicles that have set benchmarks for Superior Quality, Ruggedness, Reliability & Durability, and are also Environment-friendly, & Fuel-Efficient. Mahindra is also there for you through the manufacture of excellent components, timely provision of spares, and commitment to superior and quick service through its wide Sales & Service Network. Our Automotive Range covers all your transportation needs, thanks to strategic synergies between our expertise in design, manufacturing, and service.
Many have admired Mahindra Vehicles all over the Globe and cherish memorable experiences. You too can be a part of the Global Mahindra Family by surprising your family and gifting a Personal Vehicle to your loved ones back home or help your family and friends by investing in a Mahindra Commercial Vehicle through KARNATAKA AGENCIES.
List of Personal Vehicles you can gift your loved ones include High-End SUV’s from Ssangyong Rexton or XUV 5oo and in the personal segment KUV100, TUV300, Scorpio, Bolero, Xylo, Nuvosport, Verito, TharCRDe, Thar DI. You can also help your friends and family by investing in Commercial Vehicles like Bolero Range of Pickup’s, Jeeto, Supro, Alfa, etc.
For Clarifications please use the below-given contact details:
MAHINDRA Karnataka Agencies
Address: N.H. 66, Kottara Chowki, Ashok Nagar Post, Mangaluru-575006
Phone: 0824 245 7881; SALES :984 538 0033; SERVICE :984 533 8004
EMAIL ID: sales@karagencies.com; service@karagencies.com