Exploring the Feature-Packed XUV5 Diesel SUV
This SUV stands out as a muscular and fully-featured vehicle in its segment. We are taking a detailed look at the XUV5 Diesel variant, a car designed for performance and comfort.
Pricing and Available Variants
The price for this SUV starts from 14 Lakhs. The top model can go up to 28 Lakhs (on-road in Lucknow). This car is available with both Diesel and Petrol engine options. Buyers can choose between Manual, Automatic, and Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) options. The available variants include Base, MX, AX3, AX5, AX7, and AX7 Luxury.
Exterior Design and Features
The front of the SUV features a bold grille with a glossy black finish and the brand logo. It boasts vertical LED headlights, bright DRLs, and indicators that look impressive, especially at night. Fog lamps are smartly placed in the bumper, which also has a skid plate option and a black lower grille. The front engine suspension setup is robust, and the bonnet looks broad. The car also comes with dual wipers and a washer system.
From the side, the vehicle looks quite imposing. It features unique door handles and wheel arch cladding for a rugged appearance. The side mirrors are finished in glossy black, are electrically adjustable, foldable, and have integrated turn indicators. Roof rails add to its sporty look.
The SUV is equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels. For strong braking performance, it has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels. The tire size is 235/65 R17.
The rear design includes stylish LED taillights and the new brand logo in the center. This variant has two reverse parking sensors in the bumper and large reflectors. Other features include a rear wiper, defogger, a high stop lamp, and a shark fin antenna. An exhaust pipe and a spare wheel setup are visible from the rear.
Vehicle Dimensions
This SUV has a length of 4695 millimeters, a width of 1890 millimeters, and a height of 1755 millimeters. The wheelbase measures 2750 millimeters. The ground clearance is 200 millimeters.
Interior Comfort and Technology
The interior of this SUV features a premium dual-tone dashboard. It includes a fully digital instrument cluster that displays car information, phone details, navigation, and display settings. The steering wheel, adorned with the brand logo, offers controls for headlights, wipers, and telephony. The steering wheel is fixed and not adjustable.
The center console houses a 10.25-inch infotainment system that supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and AdrenoX connectivity. This variant comes with six speakers, while the top model offers premium Sony 3D speakers. The car has manual AC controls and sleek black AC vents. Various control buttons are available for airbags, seat belt warnings, hazard lights, and different driving modes. Storage spaces include a dedicated spot for a phone, a USB port, glass holders, and other compartments. It also features a sunglass holder and SOS controls.
The cabin is illuminated by LED lights. A large moonroof is a prominent feature, providing an excellent view and enhancing the cabin experience. Rear passengers benefit from AC vents, ample legroom, and adjustable headrests. The upholstery is made of fabric. The driver’s area includes ABC pedals and a dead pedal.
Boot Space
The tailgate opens with a magnetic button. The 5-seater variant offers good boot space, which would be less in a 7-seater configuration due to the third row. There is convenient under-floor storage that includes a steel spare wheel. Both sides of the boot are equipped with bottle holders and a 12V charging outlet.
Engine and Performance
The diesel engine in this SUV delivers 182 BHP of power. In the manual transmission version, it produces 420 Nm of torque. For the automatic transmission version, the torque output is slightly higher at 450 Nm. The mileage for both manual and automatic diesel variants is approximately 15-16 kilometers per liter.
Safety Features
This vehicle has received a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating, highlighting its robust build. Key safety features include ABS with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), 4 airbags, Traction Control, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Reverse Parking Sensors, a Speed Alert System, and Seatbelt Warning. The car comes with a standard 3-year unlimited kilometer warranty, which can be extended to 5 years for an additional charge.
Color Options
Available colors for this SUV include White, Silver, Black, Red, and Blue.
Current Variant Pricing
The X5 Diesel 5-seater variant discussed here is priced between 18,04,114 and 21,40,000 (on-road in Lucknow).
