Why to PM details when this is public forum. The post that you made today and what Raja posted are so contradicting to each other. Could you please throw some light on this?
Mahindra XUV500 (W201): First Impressions Pg.29 Onwards
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Sorry buddy, I dont feel the need to prove my credibility at the moment over here. There is a reason I had to PM Raja. The whole point of PMing him is because I cant say something on an open forum. Hope you understand.
Sorry buddy, I dont feel the need to prove my credibility at the moment over here. There is a reason I had to PM Raja. The whole point of PMing him is because I cant say something on an open forum. Hope you understand.
@Raj
even I am surprised to note that post
I still remember that you have come to India for 3 days and said that your xuv is excellent and you have also reported about storme TD, but now you say that you have not seen your xuv since September![[surprise]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Surprise.gif "Surprise [surprise]")
even I am surprised to note that post
I still remember that you have come to India for 3 days and said that your xuv is excellent and you have also reported about storme TD, but now you say that you have not seen your xuv since September
@Raj
even I am surprised to note that post
I still remember that you have come to India for 3 days and said that your xuv is excellent and you have also reported about storme TD, but now you say that you have not seen your xuv since September
even I am surprised to note that post
I still remember that you have come to India for 3 days and said that your xuv is excellent and you have also reported about storme TD, but now you say that you have not seen your xuv since September
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The Mahindra XUV500 has been the flagship offering from Mahindra for quite sometime now. It has been a massive hit in India with sales of over 50,000 units in about 16 months from launch.
The XUV has certainly given its rival, the Tata Aria a very hard time. However, it seems as though Mahindra itself is feeling the heat of the lackluster scenario prevailing in the Indian auto market.
Team BHP reports that Mahindra is considering to launch a new low end variant (reportedly called the W4) to the XUV lineup, in an attempt to boost sales. Sales of the XUV went down from 3,721 units to 2,253 units over the January – February period.
Right now, the XUV range starts from about 12 lakhs (ex-Showroom, Mumbai) for the base W6 variant. Expect Mahindra to cut down features like rain sensing wipers, automatic headlamps, automatic temperature control AC and even the 6-inch multimedia system could be replaced with something low tech.
Fact that the XUV had teething problems such as the spongy and poor brakes has not helped the sales as well. Though we hear that Mahindra has improved upon this, it remains unverified.
When asked if a cheaper petrol engine was being considered for the XUV, Dr. Pawan Goenka, President of Mahindra automotive dismissed the idea.
However, our sources have told us that Mahindra could also be planning for a variant more premium than the current W8 with features such as a sunroof being added.
Mahindra to launch lower spec W4 variant of XUV500
The XUV has certainly given its rival, the Tata Aria a very hard time. However, it seems as though Mahindra itself is feeling the heat of the lackluster scenario prevailing in the Indian auto market.
Team BHP reports that Mahindra is considering to launch a new low end variant (reportedly called the W4) to the XUV lineup, in an attempt to boost sales. Sales of the XUV went down from 3,721 units to 2,253 units over the January – February period.
Right now, the XUV range starts from about 12 lakhs (ex-Showroom, Mumbai) for the base W6 variant. Expect Mahindra to cut down features like rain sensing wipers, automatic headlamps, automatic temperature control AC and even the 6-inch multimedia system could be replaced with something low tech.
Fact that the XUV had teething problems such as the spongy and poor brakes has not helped the sales as well. Though we hear that Mahindra has improved upon this, it remains unverified.
When asked if a cheaper petrol engine was being considered for the XUV, Dr. Pawan Goenka, President of Mahindra automotive dismissed the idea.
However, our sources have told us that Mahindra could also be planning for a variant more premium than the current W8 with features such as a sunroof being added.
Mahindra to launch lower spec W4 variant of XUV500
I hope they launch the W4 with basic safety features like 2 Airbags, ABS+EBD and all four disc brakes. And some comfort features like AC vents in all 3 rows , steering audio controls and head unit with USB compatibility.
They can drop the frills like Auto HVAC, auto wipers and headlights, projector headlights, infotainment screen, cruise control, etc.
They can drop the frills like Auto HVAC, auto wipers and headlights, projector headlights, infotainment screen, cruise control, etc.
Guys i will be going for the 2nd service of my DRACO (XUV W8).
So what are the things i should keep in mind since the 3rd service will be at 20K now.
Also just wanted to ask whether it is advisable to put HID's or something similar in the fog lights to make them more useful?
So what are the things i should keep in mind since the 3rd service will be at 20K now.
Also just wanted to ask whether it is advisable to put HID's or something similar in the fog lights to make them more useful?
Having XUV W4 without airbags & just ABS is fine, considering they price it between 9.5-10L. I am sure, it will get lot of takers, especially from duster clan. Early they do, the better.
As long as the warranty is not void, you can surely do that. I would however recommend to opt for Bi-Xenon headlamps, if possible.
As long as the warranty is not void, you can surely do that. I would however recommend to opt for Bi-Xenon headlamps, if possible.
The report of the lower variant of the XUV has been confirmed by Mahindra & Mahindra Chief Executive Automotive Division Pravin Shah
Mahindra to launch lower variant of XUV 500 this fiscal | Business Standard
Mahindra to launch lower variant of XUV 500 this fiscal | Business Standard
Mahindra XUV500 low price variant and a new car based on Verito Vibe platform launch in next 12 months
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TripMeter update for the XUV:
http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/f...uv-5oo-w8-ownership-review-10.html#post298026.
Takes about 15-20 minutes and i was the first person to get it updated from the dealership. Hence they had to download the software first and then update mine.
http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/f...uv-5oo-w8-ownership-review-10.html#post298026.
Takes about 15-20 minutes and i was the first person to get it updated from the dealership. Hence they had to download the software first and then update mine.
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