Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review

superbhikari · 21st February 2015, 02:02

Got my XUV's service action regarding SRS Airbag software done today. It took hardly 5 minutes to complete it.

I was noticing lesser AC cooling + low blower speed, which also I got checked. The SA, after checking, said it needs AC servicing. Cost for front AC is Rs. 4500 + rear AC 1500 + Gas charges as per actual refilled. He also offered free anti-rust coating worth Rs. 2250 under some ongoing scheme, if i get AC servicing done before 25/2/15.

Are these charges justified and fair?

mpksuhas · 21st February 2015, 18:14

Got a SMS from my M&M dealership today -

Quote:

Dear Valued customers
We are glad to inform you THE NEW XUV500 XCLUSIVE SPECIAL EDITION WITH SUN ROOF and Many more exciting features launch and display at BG road branch today.Hurry up limited stock

Has anyone checked the same?

SDP · 21st February 2015, 20:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpksuhas

Got a SMS from my M&M dealership today -

Has anyone checked the same?

Suhas, you seem to have missed the following thread.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...nt-system.html

debuda · 22nd February 2015, 07:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by superbhikari

Got my XUV's service action regarding SRS Airbag software done today. It took hardly 5 minutes to complete it.

I was noticing lesser AC cooling + low blower speed, which also I got checked. The SA, after checking, said it needs AC servicing. Cost for front AC is Rs. 4500 + rear AC 1500 + Gas charges as per actual refilled. He also offered free anti-rust coating worth Rs. 2250 under some ongoing scheme, if i get AC servicing done before 25/2/15.

Are these charges justified and fair?

The quotes for 'AC servicing' appear quite high to me as they do not even include the cost of refrigerant (gas). The steep price explains how they have offered you 'free' anti-rust coating!

Most of these anti-rust coatings are of little or no use. Not worth it, IMHO.

swiftnfurious · 22nd February 2015, 16:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by superbhikari

...I was noticing lesser AC cooling + low blower speed, which also I got checked. The SA, after checking, said it needs AC servicing. Cost for front AC is Rs. 4500 + rear AC 1500 + Gas charges as per actual refilled. He also offered free anti-rust coating worth Rs. 2250 under some ongoing scheme, if i get AC servicing done before 25/2/15.

Are these charges justified and fair?

How much has your car run? Anything before 1L km for an A/C service would NOT be required in modern cars. Is there a cabin filter in XUV? Might want to check on that then.

Rahul Rao · 22nd February 2015, 17:57

First get your Ac filters cleaned or replaced. What you say are symptoms of choked filters.

Rahul

avimal · 23rd February 2015, 09:02

Shouldn't this be covered under warranty? Unless your car is already out of warranty period. How much is the mileage on your car? I see you have 2012 model. Ac service in less than 3 yrs does not sound good and it should be taken up by mahindra at no extra cost.

Hrishiz · 23rd February 2015, 22:02

Mod Note : Please do NOT use acronyms (e.g. ANHC, T-Fort) when referring to cars. You must only use the full Make & Model name for cars. Thanks!

Thought of writing a long term ownership report about the XUV. However, I could never get started! Even had started with 'new car' thread, but could not write enough to get it approved.

Anyway. To cut it short, just an 8 point summary.

1. Why XUV? - Features for the price, the driving experience, power when required.
2. What did I pit it against? - Fortuner (quite a monster, but my purse was not as deep)
3. How do I like it? - Just love it!
4. Are there rattles? - Mine was a Jan 2014 vehicle, niggles range from "negligible to none" (till date, let me add)
5. How is the ride? - I am on the driver seat 99% of the time, from there I just love it. The moment I see this car especially after I have been away, a grin ornaments my face. Oh yeah, the ride, middle and last row passengers do complain about bumpiness. Well! In a Fortuner it was even worse, in my experience (no offense to owners please).
6. After Sales service? - They respond pretty quick, especially if it is an escalation.
7. Will I recommend this to anyone else? - Sure yes.
8. Additional note - This is a camera-friendly Monster!

Sharing a few pics:

Mods - Please delete if this does not fit here.
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Seran Manian · 24th February 2015, 16:31

Mahindra has launched the Mahindra XUV500 Xclusive edition priced at INR 14.48 lakhs, ex-Showroom, Mumbai. The company will only manufacture 700 units of the XUV500 Xclusive edition, which gets a host of new features.

Has Sun Roof, Electrically adjustable Driver seat and more.

Link:http://indianautosblog.com/2015/02/m...edition-169383

BunnyPunia · 24th February 2015, 17:10

Took the white elephant up the hills to put the AWD to some real test.

Handles tricky sections very well. AWD and other electronics give you added peace of mind and you can easily carry speeds into snowy corners, overtake slipping cars by putting all four wheels into soft snow and so on. We were also the ONLY vehicle to climb up the Hotel Hatu road in the last two days. XUV performed brilliantly though I feel the temp display is faulty - never showed under 2 degrees.

Adding some images - i hope other AWD owners also use their XUVs the way it is meant to be

m_upreti · 24th February 2015, 18:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by Seran Manian

Mahindra has launched the Mahindra XUV500 Xclusive edition priced at INR 14.48 lakhs, ex-Showroom, Mumbai. The company will only manufacture 700 units of the XUV500 Xclusive edition, which gets a host of new features.

Has Sun Roof, Electrically adjustable Driver seat and more.

Way to go, getting the beta testing done for the refresh version with zero cost and laughing all the way to the Bank.

Heavy Horse · 26th February 2015, 16:42

Mega Service Camp is here - for you and your car from 2nd to 8th March 2015‏

m_upreti · 28th February 2015, 14:03

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Originally Posted by Heavy Horse

Mega Service Camp is here - for you and your car from 2nd to 8th March 2015‏

Thanks booked in my Scorpio for Monday. Plan to have the issues checked and then take a call weather to have it worked at the A.S.S. or outside.

tamojoym · 5th March 2015, 20:32

Been to Sireesh Auto Marathahalli for my second service .Met with Mr Yuvraj from Mahindra -apparently they are organizing an exhibition about the internals of the car should be interesting .From 6th to 8th both days inclusive .
Did you know that there were two fuel tanks .

SDP · 5th March 2015, 21:25

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Originally Posted by tamojoym

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Did you know that there were two fuel tanks .

Umm... sure about it?
I believe its a single tank with a split design.

Check out this image from Debuda's ownership log:

Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review-debuda-xuv013.jpg

See the black portion in the middle of the Y shape? That's the center part of the fuel tank which connects the 2 sides.

21st February 2015, 02:02	#7036
superbhikari BHPian Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Muzaffarnagar Posts: 465 Thanked: 228 Times	Re: Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review Got my XUV's service action regarding SRS Airbag software done today. It took hardly 5 minutes to complete it. I was noticing lesser AC cooling + low blower speed, which also I got checked. The SA, after checking, said it needs AC servicing. Cost for front AC is Rs. 4500 + rear AC 1500 + Gas charges as per actual refilled. He also offered free anti-rust coating worth Rs. 2250 under some ongoing scheme, if i get AC servicing done before 25/2/15. Are these charges justified and fair?
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22nd February 2015, 17:57	#7041
Rahul Rao Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Pune Posts: 1,132 Thanked: 2,623 Times	Re: Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review First get your Ac filters cleaned or replaced. What you say are symptoms of choked filters. Rahul
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23rd February 2015, 09:02	#7042
avimal BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 307 Thanked: 75 Times	Re: Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review Shouldn't this be covered under warranty? Unless your car is already out of warranty period. How much is the mileage on your car? I see you have 2012 model. Ac service in less than 3 yrs does not sound good and it should be taken up by mahindra at no extra cost.
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23rd February 2015, 22:02	#7043
Hrishiz BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Kochi Posts: 72 Thanked: 28 Times	Re: Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review Mod Note : Please do NOT use acronyms (e.g. ANHC, T-Fort) when referring to cars. You must only use the full Make & Model name for cars. Thanks! Thought of writing a long term ownership report about the XUV. However, I could never get started! Even had started with 'new car' thread, but could not write enough to get it approved. Anyway. To cut it short, just an 8 point summary. 1. Why XUV? - Features for the price, the driving experience, power when required. 2. What did I pit it against? - Fortuner (quite a monster, but my purse was not as deep) 3. How do I like it? - Just love it! 4. Are there rattles? - Mine was a Jan 2014 vehicle, niggles range from "negligible to none" (till date, let me add) 5. How is the ride? - I am on the driver seat 99% of the time, from there I just love it. The moment I see this car especially after I have been away, a grin ornaments my face. Oh yeah, the ride, middle and last row passengers do complain about bumpiness. Well! In a Fortuner it was even worse, in my experience (no offense to owners please). 6. After Sales service? - They respond pretty quick, especially if it is an escalation. 7. Will I recommend this to anyone else? - Sure yes. 8. Additional note - This is a camera-friendly Monster! Sharing a few pics: Mods - Please delete if this does not fit here. -------------------------------------------------- Attached Thumbnails Last edited by GTO : 24th February 2015 at 12:12. Reason: Please do NOT use acronyms when referring to cars
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24th February 2015, 16:31	#7044
Seran Manian BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 478 Thanked: 271 Times	Re: Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review Mahindra has launched the Mahindra XUV500 Xclusive edition priced at INR 14.48 lakhs, ex-Showroom, Mumbai. The company will only manufacture 700 units of the XUV500 Xclusive edition, which gets a host of new features. Has Sun Roof, Electrically adjustable Driver seat and more. Link:http://indianautosblog.com/2015/02/m...edition-169383
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24th February 2015, 17:10	#7045
BunnyPunia BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Delhi Posts: 895 Thanked: 1,258 Times View My Garage	Re: Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review Took the white elephant up the hills to put the AWD to some real test. Handles tricky sections very well. AWD and other electronics give you added peace of mind and you can easily carry speeds into snowy corners, overtake slipping cars by putting all four wheels into soft snow and so on. We were also the ONLY vehicle to climb up the Hotel Hatu road in the last two days. XUV performed brilliantly though I feel the temp display is faulty - never showed under 2 degrees. Adding some images - i hope other AWD owners also use their XUVs the way it is meant to be Attached Thumbnails
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26th February 2015, 16:42	#7047
Heavy Horse BHPian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Mumbai Posts: 281 Thanked: 302 Times	Re: Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review Mega Service Camp is here - for you and your car from 2nd to 8th March 2015‏ Attached Images
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5th March 2015, 20:32	#7049
tamojoym BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 69 Thanked: 27 Times	Re: Mahindra XUV500 : Test Drive & Review Been to Sireesh Auto Marathahalli for my second service .Met with Mr Yuvraj from Mahindra -apparently they are organizing an exhibition about the internals of the car should be interesting .From 6th to 8th both days inclusive . Did you know that there were two fuel tanks . Last edited by tamojoym : 5th March 2015 at 20:34.
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