Episode 353 - Mahindra XUV500 W8

Date of broadcast: 25 May 2016

Engine: In-line four-cylinder, 2 179 cc, turbodiesel
Power: 103 kW @ 3 750 rpm
Torque: 330 Nm @ 1 600 - 2 800 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 41,03 kW/ton
Gearbox: Six-speed manual, AWD
Wheels/tyres: 17-inch alloy, 235/65 R17 tyres

0-100 km/h: 11,5 sec (est.)
Top speed: 180 km/h (est.)
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed/tested): 7,0 / 7,7 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed/tested): 1000 km / 909 km
CO2 emissions: 183 g/km

Pros: Good low down power, decent spec, great value.
Cons: Lacks the polish of its competition .

Retail price: R374 995
Price as tested: R374 995

Prices correct on date of broadcast.