Mahindra launches petrol variant of XUV500 at Rs 15.49 lakh

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) on Tuesday announced the launch of a new petrol variant of its premium SUV, the XUV500. The petrol-powered XUV500 is available in a single 'G AT' variant priced at Rs.15.49 lacs (ex-showroom, Delhi) and is available in select cities with immediate effect.
Under the hood is of the newly-launched XUV500 G AT variant is powered by the indigenously developed 2.2-litre mHawk petrol engine that generates 140PS and 320Nm of torque.The motor comes mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission sourced from AISIN, Japan. The gearbox also features the creep function and a manual mode option.
Commenting on the launch, Veejay Ram Nakra, Chief of Sales & Marketing - Automotive Division, M&M, said, “Since its launch, the XUV500 has been a trendsetter in the premium SUV segment with a great value proposition plus head-turning style and a plethora of hi-tech features. The introduction of the XUV500 G AT petrol variant will excite consumers who have been eagerly awaiting a petrol option. The G AT variant delivers impressive performance that has come to be synonymous with the XUV500.”
There is no change n the design part and the Mahindra XUV500 G AT variant comes with intelligent light sensing and static bending headlamps. The variant also gets keyless entry and push-button start along with a 7-inch touchscreen system with multiple connectivity options including Android Auto. Other key features include automatic temperature control, 8-way adjustable driver seat, rain sensing wipers and cruise control. Electronic stability program (ESP) with rollover mitigation, antilock braking system (ABS) with electronic brake force distribution (EBD), dual airbags and tyre-tronics are among the safety features of the new variant.
The Mahindra XUV500 petrol variant creates new competition for the Hyundai Creta and the Jeep Compass which are already available in petrol options, while the Tata Hexa is another rival for their diesel variants.