- Flexible 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine
- Good visibility
- Off-road capability
- Poor ANCAP crash testing results
- Outdated 2.5-litre turbo-diesel engine
- Large turning circle
- Cheap cabin plastics and variable fit
Review: Mahindra S5.I Pik-Up cab chassis (2008-09)
Overview
Released in December 2008, the Mahindra S5 Series I (S5.I) Pik-Up cab chassis was available in single and dual cab bodies and with rear- or four-wheel drive. Manufactured in India, the Pik-Up was powered by a 2.5-litre intercooled, common-rail turbo-diesel engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
The part-time four-wheel drive system had automatic locking hubs, electric four-wheel drive activation (via a dashboard switch) and a two-speed Borg-Warner transfer case with a 1:2.48 low-range ratio. Furthermore, all models were fitted with independent torsion bar front suspension, semi-elliptic rear leaf springs and a limited slip differential.
| Body | Drive | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single cab, Dual cab |
RWD, 4WD |
2.5-litre turbo-diesel I4 | 5sp man. | 79 kW at 3800 rpm | 247 Nm at 1800-2200 rpm |
Safety equipment
The Pik-Up was not fitted with any safety equipment as standard (ABS was optional), though its ladder-type chassis included side intrusion beams and crumple zones.
ANCAP crash testing
In ANCAP crash testing , the S5.I Pik-Up dual cab utility received a two star adult occupant protection rating with a score of 16.49 out of 37. In the offset crash test, protection from serious leg injury was poor, driver head protection and chest protection – for both front occupants – was poor. In the side impact test, a default score was conferred since the result in the offset test precluded the Pik-Up from receiving an adult occupant protection rating above two stars.
Features
Standard features included a two speaker sound system with CD player, MP3-compatibility, SD car reader and USB input, air conditioning, front fog lights, remote central locking, power windows, a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, front and rear 12 volt power outlets, side steps, an alarm and immobiliser.
Review: Mahindra S5.II Pik-Up cab chassis (2009-17)
Overview
Released in July 2009, the S5 Series II (S5.II) Pik-Up cab chassis introduced additional safety equipment and an updated interior. Visually, the S5.II Pik-Up could be identified by its new bonnet with air scoop, grille, headlights, bumper bar (with fog lights) and door handles. Inside, there were new interior fabrics, re-shaped seats, a two-DIN audio system and steering wheel audio controls.
From August 2011, the Pik-Up was fitted with a more powerful 2.2-litre ‘mHawk’ turbo-diesel engine.
| Body | Drive | Years | Engine | Trans. | Peak power | Peak torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single cab, Dual cab |
RWD, 4WD |
2009-11 | 2.5-litre turbo-diesel I4 | 5sp man. | 79 kW at 3800 rpm | 247 Nm at 1800-2200 rpm |
| RWD, 4WD |
2011-17 | 2.2-litre turbo-diesel I4 | 5sp man. | 89 kW at 4000 rpm | 270 Nm at 1600-2800 rpm |
Safety equipment
Compared to its S5.I predecessor, standard safety equipment for the S5.II Pik-Up was upgraded to include dual front airbags, ABS and front seatbelt pretensioners.
ANCAP crash testing
Like its S5.I predecessor, the S5.II Pik-Up dual cab utility also received a two star adult occupant protection rating – with a score of 16.49 – in ANCAP crash testing . In the offset test, however, the passenger compartment lost structural integrity and there was a high risk of serious head, leg and foot injury for the driver – this resulted in a lower offset crash score than attained by the S5.I Pik-Up. As before, a default score was applied for the side impact test.
Features
Standard features were extended to include power-operated door mirrors.
Related links
- Mahindra Australia: Mahindra Pik-Up Single Cab Chassis
- Mahindra Australia: Mahindra Pik-Up Dual Cab Chassis
