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My Cheetah Finally Comes Home - Mahindra XUV500
In sept 2011 when it was launched I was one of the many who fell for it badly. Since then I was dreaming n planning for it.But the budget was the first hurdle, later the niggles kept me away from it.above all I was still enjoying my Ritz.
In 2013 I started planning to change my ritz n go for other vehicle, Ford ecosport was the hottest car at this time, everyone was waiting for it, I too were interested in it by seeing at pics n specifications. Finally my ritz was offered with a good deal , the deal was sealed in hurry as it was offered by my senior dentist , I couldnt drag it more to get a better deal. The the hunt started for the new buddy...
Ecosport was released, I had TD but rear space n top end pricing disappointed me it was 10.25lac. again the XUV again comes into picture .I directly went to mahindra and checked on road price it was 14.06lac for W6. After few days M n M reduces GC n slash 18k, the qoute comes to 13.88lac. But I inisted n opted for a old version with new pricing by compromising with color. As only silver w6 was available. My choice were either Grey or Black. That wasnt a problem for me, Booked w6 on 8th august.I did not try any other vehicle in this segment so no comparing , no positives n negatives to mention.it was pretty sure for me only XUV in this segment , no innova, no storme. It was qouted 13.88lac.with dealers insurance. But I tried to get outside and went for oriental insuarance for 31150 rs against dealers iffco tokyo for 48k!!! It saved my 18k
Invoice: Rs.11.94 Lakh
RTO: Rs.1.45 Lakh
Insurance: Rs.31150
Total: Rs.13.70 Lakh
No freebies, no offers.
My preferred delivery date was 26th aug but the dealer couldnt manage to register, heavy heartedly I postponed to 30th. Got delivery on 30th august. At 4pm. Delivery day wasnt that special, car was ready at showroom around 2pm , formalities, inspection and pooja took around 2hrs more. Finally I drove my dream car home n contented with all this. Couldnt go for any long drives till now i have driven it for 450kms, Best part is No issues, satisfactory mileage 13.3kmpl.
Everything is working just great. I'm planning for a long drive as n when I get my registration no. Best things about this vehicle is. Engine , looks and features.
Needs improvement with braking noise at low speeds, third row space. The dealer in kolhapur Trendy wheels pvt ltd.Had a pleasant experience from test drive to delivery. RM and SM helped me with their best.
Overall experience is too good with the vehicle till now. Couldnt plan for a long drive , so still enjoying drive of 100 to 150kms .Ride is simply great, couldnt try cruise control yet. Still trying to use IS fully, as mine is not a touchscreen IS.
Bluetooth connectivity works smoothly, best part is one cant pair any device in a running car.Vehicle should be stopped to pair it. RPAS is very helpful in reversing, reverse gear slot is new for me sometimes it confuses still. Impressed by static bending lights and lounge lights inside the cabin.
Planning for a long drive soon will update the experience
sorry for the boring n lengthy write up. Would have added my experience in getting loan here , but that surely make this review damn boring
In sept 2011 when it was launched I was one of the many who fell for it badly. Since then I was dreaming n planning for it.But the budget was the first hurdle, later the niggles kept me away from it.above all I was still enjoying my Ritz.
In 2013 I started planning to change my ritz n go for other vehicle, Ford ecosport was the hottest car at this time, everyone was waiting for it, I too were interested in it by seeing at pics n specifications. Finally my ritz was offered with a good deal , the deal was sealed in hurry as it was offered by my senior dentist , I couldnt drag it more to get a better deal. The the hunt started for the new buddy...
Ecosport was released, I had TD but rear space n top end pricing disappointed me it was 10.25lac. again the XUV again comes into picture .I directly went to mahindra and checked on road price it was 14.06lac for W6. After few days M n M reduces GC n slash 18k, the qoute comes to 13.88lac. But I inisted n opted for a old version with new pricing by compromising with color. As only silver w6 was available. My choice were either Grey or Black. That wasnt a problem for me, Booked w6 on 8th august.I did not try any other vehicle in this segment so no comparing , no positives n negatives to mention.it was pretty sure for me only XUV in this segment , no innova, no storme. It was qouted 13.88lac.with dealers insurance. But I tried to get outside and went for oriental insuarance for 31150 rs against dealers iffco tokyo for 48k!!! It saved my 18k
Invoice: Rs.11.94 Lakh
RTO: Rs.1.45 Lakh
Insurance: Rs.31150
Total: Rs.13.70 Lakh
No freebies, no offers.
My preferred delivery date was 26th aug but the dealer couldnt manage to register, heavy heartedly I postponed to 30th. Got delivery on 30th august. At 4pm. Delivery day wasnt that special, car was ready at showroom around 2pm , formalities, inspection and pooja took around 2hrs more. Finally I drove my dream car home n contented with all this. Couldnt go for any long drives till now i have driven it for 450kms, Best part is No issues, satisfactory mileage 13.3kmpl.
Everything is working just great. I'm planning for a long drive as n when I get my registration no. Best things about this vehicle is. Engine , looks and features.
Needs improvement with braking noise at low speeds, third row space. The dealer in kolhapur Trendy wheels pvt ltd.Had a pleasant experience from test drive to delivery. RM and SM helped me with their best.
Overall experience is too good with the vehicle till now. Couldnt plan for a long drive , so still enjoying drive of 100 to 150kms .Ride is simply great, couldnt try cruise control yet. Still trying to use IS fully, as mine is not a touchscreen IS.
Bluetooth connectivity works smoothly, best part is one cant pair any device in a running car.Vehicle should be stopped to pair it. RPAS is very helpful in reversing, reverse gear slot is new for me sometimes it confuses still. Impressed by static bending lights and lounge lights inside the cabin.
Planning for a long drive soon will update the experience
sorry for the boring n lengthy write up. Would have added my experience in getting loan here , but that surely make this review damn boring
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