New spy images of the second generation Mahindra XUV500 have partially revealed the car's production-spec tail lamp clusters.

The XUV500 test mules that we have seen until now have had dummy tail lights. However, this test mule appears to be in a much latter pre-production stage.

The spy images indicate that the new XUV500 could get horizontal or L-shaped tail lamp clusters. The car also has a pair of reflectors mounted on the rear bumper.

One of the key highlights of the next generation XUV500 will be its door handles. The SUV gets flush-fitting door handles, which can be seen in these images. Note how the door handle on the driver's door has popped out.

Last week, another XUV500 test mule was spotted with a production-spec grille. However, that car too was fitted with dummy headlights and tail lights.

Reports suggest that the new model could be sold alongside the current generation XUV500. It could be offered with a 2.0-litre mStallion T-GDi turbocharged, four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 187 BHP @ 5,000 rpm and 380 Nm at 1,750-4,000 rpm as well as a 2.0-litre diesel unit.

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Latest spy images reveal the XUV500's 7-slat grille and new alloy wheel design.

New spy images of the second generation XUV500 have surfaced online. The latest images partially reveal what appears to be the SUV's production-spec front fascia.

The test car has a typical 7-slat grille and appears to be fitted with a production-spec front bumper. However, the camouflage makes it difficult to spot the details. Besides this, it still has dummy headlamps and turn indicators. The shape of the bodywork suggests that the car could get L-shaped LED daytime running lights. Another bit of detail that can be seen in these spy images are the new design alloy wheels and flush-fitting door handles.

On the inside, the new XUV500 will get a redesigned dashboard with a wide touchscreen infotainment head-unit and a twin-dial instrument cluster. Spy images have also revealed the car's flat-bottom steering wheel.

According to a media report, the new model could be sold alongside the current generation XUV500. It could be offered with a 2.0-litre mStallion T-GDi turbocharged, four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 187 BHP @ 5,000 rpm and 380 Nm at 1,750-4,000 rpm as well as a 2.0-litre diesel unit.

A short while ago we reported that Mahindra had silently introduced the diesel AT variants of the XUV500. Prices of the new variants are now out.

The XUV500 automatic is available in three variants - W7, W9 and W11 (O).

XUV500 diesel AT variant prices:

• W7 - Rs. 15.65 lakh
• W9 - Rs. 17.36 lakh
• W11 (O) - Rs. 18.88 lakh

The XUV500 is powered by a BS6-compliant 2.2-litre diesel engine producing 153 BHP @ 3,750 rpm and 360 Nm @ 1,750-2,800 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission, which has a manual mode and creep function. It does not get an all-wheel drive option.

The XUV500 BS6 is also available with a 6-speed manual transmission. It comes in four variants - W5, W7, W9 and W11 (O) with prices starting at Rs. 13.20 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The XUV500 competes with the Tata Harrier, Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos in the Indian market.

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Mahindra has silently introduced the XUV500 equipped with an automatic transmission. It comes in three variants - W7, W9 and W11 (O). The 6-speed AT variants have been available since August 26, 2020, but the carmaker is yet to announce the prices for the same.

The SUV is powered by a BS6-compliant 2.2-litre diesel engine producing 153 BHP @ 3,750 rpm and 360 Nm @ 1,750-2,800 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission, which has a manual mode and creep function.

The XUV500 BS6 is also available with a 6-speed manual transmission. It comes in four variants - W5, W7, W9 and W11 (O) with prices starting at Rs. 13.20 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The BS6 Mahindra XUV500 does not get an all-wheel drive option.

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Mahindra is said to be redefining its future SUV strategy as it works towards regaining its market share in the SUV segment. To achieve this, Mahindra has lined up new products including the next generation XUV500 and Scorpio.

Reports suggest that the new models could be sold alongside the current generation XUV500 and Scorpio due to their sustained popularity.

Test mules have revealed that the next generation XUV500 will get flush-fitting door handles - a feature that has never been seen in this segment before. The SUV will be based on a monocoque chassis. It could be offered with a 2.0-litre mStallion T-GDi turbocharged, four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 187 BHP @ 5,000 rpm and 380 Nm at 1,750-4,000 rpm as well as a 2.0-litre diesel unit.

The new Scorpio is expected to be based on a ladder frame chassis. It could be powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine with an output of 158 BHP.

In FY2012, Mahindra's market share in the SUV segment was 55%, which dropped to 19% by FY2020. Rajesh Jejurikar, Executive Director (Auto & Farm Sectors) has stated that the carmaker plans to focus on SUVs instead of crossovers and will not target segments where it does not have a competitive advantage.

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Details of the next-generation Mahindra XUV500 and Ford's compact SUV have been revealed. The two SUVs will be based on the same platform.

Mahindra's SUV (codename: W601) and Ford's SUV (codename: W605) will be based on a monocoque chassis. The two cars will be powered by a 2.0-litre mStallion T-GDi turbocharged, four-cylinder petrol engine that produces 187 BHP @ 5,000 rpm and 380 Nm at 1,750-4,000 rpm. Both the SUVs will also be available with a 2.0-litre diesel engine.

Ford's SUV will have a different design and could come with a shorter wheelbase and length. The XUV500's design could take inspiration from the Funster EV concept.

It is said that Ford's SUV will have better quality and will be enthusiast-focussed with better dynamics whereas the XUV500 will be family-focussed and will offer better value for money.

The next-gen Mahindra XUV500 could be launched in 2021. Ford's SUV will come later.

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It is believed that BS6 complaint units of the Mahindra XUV500 are being dispatched to dealerships across the country. A total of 55 cars have been allotted which are expected to reach by May end / first week of June 2020.

These cars were produced in the third week of March, before the ongoing coronavirus related lockdown was announced. It is estimated that, from the first lot, 47% of the SUVs are the W11 (O) manual transmission variant while the W9 and W7 MT variants get a 34% share each. The remaining 5% are the base W5 MT variant.

Further, 85% of the cars are finished in white colour, while black accounts for 11% and the silver for 4%. Production of the XUV500 is expected to resume shortly and these units should reach dealerships by the last week of June.

Last week, we had reported that the automatic variants of the XUV500 have been put on hold due to possible supply chain issues.

The XUV500 is powered by a BS6-compliant 2.2-litre diesel engine producing 153 BHP @ 3,750 rpm and 360 Nm @ 1,750-2,800 rpm. The SUV is priced from Rs. 13.20 lakh.

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Mahindra has either put the launch of the BS6 XUV500 AT on hold or it has been postponed indefinitely.

The car's brochure has been updated and they now only show the MT variants. The image of the 6-speed Aisin AT gearbox has also been removed from the brochure. However, the technical specifications still mentions the AT gearbox and the website has listed the AT variants as well.

To a comment on Facebook, Mahindra replied confirming that at present, the AT variants of the XUV500 are not available. At launch, Mahindra had disclosed only the prices of the MT variants.

It is possible that the unavailability of the AT variants is due to supply chain issues.

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Mahindra has silently introduced the BS6 XUV500. As per the prices on the website, the SUV's retail price will start at Rs. 13,19,999 (ex-showroom Delhi).

As reported earlier, the car loses on the AWD option as well as the entry-level W3 variant. Features and specifications haven't changed from the BS4 version. The prices for the automatic versions hasn't been released yet.

The SUV is powered by a BS6-compliant 2.2-litre diesel engine producing 153 BHP @ 3,750 rpm and 360 Nm @ 1,750-2,800 rpm. The engine is offered with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Variant-wise price break-up:
W5 - Rs. 13,19,999
W7 - Rs. 14,49,999
W9 - Rs. 16,19,999
W11 OPT - Rs. 17,69,999

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The pricing of the BS6 Mahindra XUV500 has been leaked. It is said to be priced Rs. 30,000 higher than the BS4 variants. The car is expected to be priced at Rs. 13.20 lakh (ex-showroom).

The SUV is powered by a 2.2-litre diesel engine producing 153 BHP @ 3,750 rpm and 360 Nm @ 1,750-2,800 rpm. The engine is offered with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The base W3 variant and the AWD variants are no longer offered.

Variant-wise price break-up:

W5 MT - 13.20 lakh
W7 MT - 14.48 lakh
W9 MT - 16.18 lakh
W11(O) MT - 17.71 lakh
W7 AT - 15.69 lakh
W9 AT - 17.40 lakh
W11(O) AT - 18.92 lakh