Inspired by the beautiful vistas of the Karoo and requested by ardent pick-up fans, Mahindra is launching a very special edition of its top-selling pick-up Karoo S11 Automatic.

The new Mahindra Karoo Dusk S11 Automatic is a striking matt black lifestyle-focused double cab model based on the S11 Karoo and is fitted with the best on offer in the Mahindra parts catalogue and a few very special additions that are not available to other Mahindra pick-up owners.

Standout styling

Starting with the styling – the new Karoo Dusk is an unmissable lifestyle double cab. The model is wrapped in a hard-wearing matt black film that makes it unique from any production pick-up on the road.

As this model is based on the S11 Karoo flagship, it has the same styling bar on the rear load bay, the side-mounted steel steps, robust over fenders and roller shutter door. These have, however, been colour coded to match the dark look of the Karoo Dusk, leaving only the highlights on the front fender vents, diamond plated rear step and the silver highlights on the alloy wheels to contrast with the overall dark design.

Built for the bush

Building on feedback it has received from ardent pick-up fans, Mahindra has added a set of off-road bumpers. These machined steel bumpers not only look striking but add additional functionality for technical off roading by increasing the approach and departure angles and exposing larger sections of the off-road tyres to the rockface when climbing or descending steep off-road sections.

Both bumpers have been designed with overlanding in mind. The rear bumper doubles as a heavy-duty step and is trimmed with non-slip diamond plate. It has mounting points for a high-lift jack, extra heavy-duty recovery loops and a tow bar with flush-mounted electric connection as standard.

Best-in-class luxuries

Since its launch in early 2020, the S11 Automatic – in standard and Karoo guise – has been top-sellers for Mahindra South Africa. This is in no small part owing to the incredible value for money offered by the flagship pick-up. The Karoo Dusk limited edition extends that value offering even further.

The Karoo Dusk is fitted with luxury features that include a touch-screen infotainment system with in-built reverse camera, Bluetooth phone connectivity, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. It is also equipped with cruise control, climate control, a multi-function steering wheel and electric windows, to name but a few of the luxuries.

All Karoo Dusk models are sold with a 4-year/120 000 km mechanical warranty and 5-year/90 000 km service plan.

Pricing: R549 999.