Mahindra’s crossover SUV duo in SA: Stylish XUV500 and KUV100 NXT offer more value for local SUV-seekers

 Let’s talk about Mahindra’s XUV500 and KUV100 NXT. Both models were introduced with greater value coupled with, says the Indian automaker, "with attractive finance schemes". 

Both models offer a very affordable entry into the range. The new KUV100 NXT range, which now starts with the K2+, and the flagship K8 now offers more value with the inclusion of a 7” touchscreen infotainment system. All KUV models have fresh styling and refined performance. All variants feature two airbags, ABS brakes and aircon.

With its new KUV100 NXT, Mahindra has also introduced easier ways of financing and purchasing a vehicle. Buyers can purchase a Mahindra KUV100 NXT K2+ fora low monthly installment which includes vehicle insurance for the first year. In addition, Mahindra, along with its finance partner WesBank, has launched a Graduate Programme on the KUV100 NXT.

The XUV500 W4 retains many of the features of the XUV-range, including the foldable seven-seat arrangement, mHawk turbodiesel-engine, aircon, electric windows, with a 5-year or 150 000 km warranty and 5-year or 100 000km service plan.

Mahindra has also introduced a special finance package on this range, which offers the XUV500 W4 at a competitive monthly payment with a Guaranteed Future Value plan after four years of ownership.

Avinash Bapat, CFO of Mahindra South Africa, said: "In these difficult economic conditions, we have looked at every aspect of vehicles ownership to make it a complete offering to the customer. The New KUV100 NXT offers an attractive monthly instalment, free insurance for 12 months and The Stylish New XUV500 offers a guaranteed future value to give complete peace of mind."

Buyers can now opt for a W6 Automatic model, while the range-topping W8 has now been superseded by an even more luxurious W10 model with all the luxuries of the W8 and additional specifications, such as a sunroof and keyless entry.

The New KUV100 NXT and The Stylish New XUV500 are now available at Mahindra dealers. View the full specs for both these Mahindra vehicles on the Group 1 Mahindra website.

Rajesh Gupta, CEO of Mahindra South Africa, said: "We view South Africa as a second home for Mahindra outside India. We are keen to nurture our operations in South Africa to support our business into the rest of the continent, especially with our range of locally assembled Pik Up models."

Arvind Mathew, Chief of International Operations (Auto and Farm Sector - M&M), said: "We’ve shifted gears in South Africa with the launch of the new Mahindra Pik Up last year. It offers some of the best value-for-money in the market and it has seen rapid growth in sales of the entire model range. Mahindra is now one of the five fastest-growing brands in South Africa.

"The Stylish New XUV500 and The New KUV100 comes with attractive styling, features, performance, a wider range of variants and attractive finance options that enhance its unparalleled value proposition. The launch of these models is coupled with our new marketing campaign, which is designed around our brand ethos of ‘Always Up For A Challenge’ and which signifies the true partnership with our consumers in every aspect of their lives.” 

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