Especificaciones y análisis del Mahindra Goa
Power
116HP
Torque
270Nm
Consumption
10.2l/100
Emissions
268g/km
0-100 km/h
-s
Top Speed
-km/h
Weight
1865kg
Price
20,563€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
- L
55 L
85 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Mahindra Goa 4x2 GLX · 116 CV (2010-2012)
General description
The Mahindra Goa is more than just a vehicle; it's a statement of principles from India. In a world of refined and technological SUVs, this off-roader presents itself as a work beast, a rugged and honest companion designed for adventure and effort, not for the polished asphalt of the city. Its essence is that of a car from another era, forged in steel and with a diesel heart that beats strongly.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Goa is a visceral and authentic experience. You feel every vibration of the 2.6-liter diesel engine, a powerplant that delivers its force with conviction at low revs, ideal for overcoming obstacles. Don't look for lightning-fast acceleration or refined cornering; what matters here is the pure connection with the mechanics. The rear rigid axle suspension and its robust chassis communicate every imperfection of the terrain, conveying an unparalleled sense of control and capability on broken roads, even if it sacrifices comfort on the highway.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is an ode to functionality. The shapes are square, imposing, and without concessions to fashion. Every line and every angle screams durability and purpose. There are no superfluous ornaments, just a high and robust body that inspires confidence. Inside, the philosophy is the same: hard plastics, simple controls, and a space designed to withstand the most demanding treatment. It's a design that doesn't seek to charm at first sight, but to earn respect over miles and difficulties.
Technology and features
Technology in the Mahindra Goa is deliberately scarce. Its biggest advancement is a common-rail direct injection system that modernizes its rugged diesel engine. Beyond that, it's an analog vehicle in a digital world. It lacks the driving aids, touch screens, and safety systems we take for granted today. This mechanical simplicity is its greatest virtue and its main flaw: fewer things that can go wrong, but also a driving and safety experience anchored in the past.
Competition
In its time, the Goa did not compete with urban SUVs, but with other titans of work and adventure. It was measured against vehicles like the most basic versions of pick-ups or pure off-roaders like the Suzuki Jimny or even second-hand models of legends like the Land Rover Defender or the Toyota Land Cruiser. Its true competition were those vehicles that, like it, prioritized robustness and a low purchase price over any kind of luxury or refinement.
Conclusion
The Mahindra Goa is a choice of the heart, not of reason. It is a vehicle for those who seek a reliable and capable tool, a work companion that will never abandon you at the worst moment. Its rough character and thirst for fuel are the price to pay for an authenticity and robustness that no longer exist. It is not a car for everyone, but for its ideal owner, it becomes an irreplaceable and soulful machine.