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The Mahindra XUV500 seven-seat SUV has received its first slew of updates since 2017, with new styling and tweaks to its four-cylinder petrol engine.

Mahindra Automotive Australia (MAAPL) has taken on four more variants of its latest-generation Pik-Up ute, adding increased specification for mid-range 4x2 and 4x4 units.As before, pricing for the PikUp opens at $21,990 drive-away for the base 4x2 Single Cab S6 cab chassis, stretching up to $31,990 for the range-topping 4x4 dual-cab S10 Cab with tub.The new offerings amid the line-up include a 'Tradie Pack' in 4x2 Single Cab guise, which includes a general purpose aluminium tray (GPA), Bluetooth functionality and cruise control, pushing the price up to $23,990.S6 grade Pik-Ups are equipped with steel wheels, projector headlights, air-conditioning, a standard-fair audio head unit with a MP3, radio and a CD player, as well as side steps and fabric seats.The higher-spec S10 gains a 6.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system, an alloy sports bar, fabric trim with arm rests, driver's side seat adjustment and daytime running lights.Standard safety features across the range include hill descent control, ESC, ABS, EBD, roll-over mitigation, airbags and a collapsible steering column.Mahindra has also added an S10 grade for Single Cab 4x2 and 4x4, as well as 4x4 Dual Cab, in Cab Chassis configuration for $25,990, $28,990 and $31,500 respectively.The Mahindra Pik-Up is exclusively powered by a 2.2-litre 'mHawk' turbo-diesel engine that produces 103kW/320Nm and is matched up to a six-speed manual gearbox and an Eaton mechanical locking differential.In all guises, the Pik-Up boasts a 2500kg braked towing capacity and has a ground clearance of 210mm.In rear-wheel drive form, the Indian-built off-roader makes use of independent double wishbone suspension with an anti-roll bar, or independent suspension with a torsion bar and rear leaf springs in all-paw versions.The Mahindra PikUp comes with a five-year/unlimited-kilometre warranty with five years of roadside assistance. According to MAAPL head of automotive business Russel Thiele, the company has been keen to take on new variants for some time, and thinks that the increased specification will help drive sales."We have been chasing supply from the factory ever since launch of the new Mahindra PikUp" he said."Sales have been great and with new metro dealers in Geelong and Penrith about to be announced, momentum in the light commercial segment is with Mahindra.""Many of our farm and trade customers like our S10 Dual Cab but have been wanting those specifications in Single Cab. Now with the introduction of S10 4x4 and 4x2 Single Cab we are able to offer a truly competitive high spec ute in the light commercial market."2018 Mahindra PikUp driveaway pricingMahindra PikUp 4x2 Single Cab S6 Cab Chassis – manual – $21,990Mahindra PikUp 4x2 Single Cab S6 Cab Chassis with Tradie Pack – manual – $23,990Mahindra PikUp 4x2 Single Cab S10 Cab Chassis – manual – $25,990Mahindra PikUp 4x4 Single Cab S6 Cab Chassis – manual – $26,990Mahindra PikUp 4x4 Single Cab S10 Cab Chassis – manual – $28,990Mahindra PikUp 4x4 Dual Cab S6 Cab Chassis – manual – $29,490Mahindra PikUp 4x4 Dual Cab S6 Cab with Tub – manual – $29,990Mahindra PikUp 4x4 Dual Cab S10 Cab Chassis – manual – $31,500Mahindra PikUp 4x4 Dual Cab S10 Cab with Tub – manual – $31,990

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Mahindra Automotive Australia (MAA) has launched its new XUV500 Petrol seven-seat mid-size SUV with a segment-leading $25,990 drive-away price.

All Pik-Ups are powered by a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine that produces 103kW of power and 330Nm of torque.

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It's built on the Indian manufacturer's first 'global' platform and will be priced from $29,990 for the W8 front drive version and $32,990 for the all wheel drive.XUV500 benefits from extensive product validation and testing in Europe, Australia, South Africa and India. It has a four star crash rating. Both versions run a four-cylinder, 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine good for 103kW/330Nm output the latter from a low 1600rpm.XUV500 has a towing capability of 750kg for an un-braked trailer and 2500kg braked. Transmission is a six-speed manual, with a low ratio transfer box for the all-wheel drive model. The all-wheel drive system is on-demand, automatically switching from two to four-wheel drive.The vehicle is a spacious seven-seater with a monocoque chassis featuring up-to-date mechanical specification and a high level of standard equipment. Suspension is independent on all four-wheels.Steering is rack-and pinion with a turning circle of 11.2m. Wheels are 17 inch alloys while driver aids include automatic hill descent and hill hold, cruise control, front and rear park assist, light-sensing headlamps and rain-sensing wipers.Safety features include stability control, rollover mitigating sensor, airbags and crumple zones in the safety cell body. The xenon headlights and tyre pressure monitoring systems are handy additions. Front fog lamps are standard on all three models.The interior offers a high level of standard equipment - dual-zone climate control, power windows and remote central locking. Infotainment includes a 15cm touch screen with a navigation system as well as MP3, USB, Bluetooth and iPod connectivity. The XUV500 is built at Mahindra's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Chakan, near the city of Pune, in India.