The Indian SUV segment has seen tremendous growth in recent years. With improved road infrastructure and rising disposable incomes, more and more people gravitate towards SUVs for their spacious interiors, commanding road presence and off-road capabilities. Mahindra & Mahindra, one of India’s leading SUV manufacturers introduced the XUV700 in the country. Here’s why the XUV700 is one of the dominating SUVs in India.
The XUV700 comes loaded with two powerful turbocharged engine options - a 2.0L mStallion petrol engine and a 2.2L mHawk diesel mill. The petrol motor churns out an impressive 197BHP power and 380Nm of torque, making it the most powerful petrol engine in Mahindra’s line-up.
The diesel engine is available in two states of tune - 155BHP/360Nm and 182BHP/420Nm (450Nm with AT), enabling effortless drivability whether tackling city traffic or cruising on highways.
In terms of design, the XUV700 brings a fresh new look to the Mahindra portfolio with its imposing stance and sculpted lines. Upfront is Mahindra’s new signature twin peaks logo flanked by sleek LED DRLs. The SUV has a muscular hood, chrome-stitched front grille, and projector headlamps with integrated LED DRLs.
Stylish and sporty 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, flush door handles, and chrome highlights amp up the premium appeal. At the rear, arrowhead LED tail lamps and dual exhaust tips give the XUV700 an upmarket look.
Mahindra has gone all out to pack the XUV700 cabin with best-in-class features. The SUV boasts the largest-in-class panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control with clean air technology, premium leatherette seats, a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel, and a soft-touch dashboard.
On the technology front, the XUV700 offers a segment-leading 26cm infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple Carplay connectivity, the Adrenox suite of connected features, a digital instrument cluster, a 360° camera, an electronic parking brake, and wireless charging. The higher variants also include ADAS safety features like adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and more.
Mahindra has designed the XUV700 cabin to offer abundant space for occupants in all three rows. The SUV measures 4,695mm long and has a long 2,750mm wheelbase, translating into generous legroom even for third-row passengers. With all three rows up, there is still a decent 240 litres of boot space on offer.
The third-row seats can be folded down to expand the boot further. The second row has 60:40 split seats with adjustable backrests and sliding functions, allowing you to optimise legroom or luggage space. The flat floor and wide door openings also make ingress-egress easier.
Safety has been given high priority in the XUV700. The SUV’s lightweight chassis uses high-strength steel and follows stringent crash test standards. It has up to 7 airbags, an Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Hill Hold Assist, and Hill Descent Control
The range-topping variants get ADAS features like Autonomous Emergency Brakes, Blind Spot Monitoring, Driver Drowsiness Detection, and more. These active safety systems and a muscular body shell structure make the XUV700 one of the safest vehicles across segments.
The XUV700 offers an exciting blend of performance and comfort. Its powerful engine options deliver strong acceleration, allowing quick overtakes and highway cruising. The suspension set-up provides a refined ride quality, effectively soaking up undulations.
The steering is light and responsive, adding to the elegant feel. With different drive modes on tap, you can tune the XUV700 according to your driving needs—zippy responses in Sport mode or relaxed cruising in Eco mode.
Considering the powerful engine options, generous features list and brand reputation, Mahindra has priced the XUV700 quite attractively. Prices start at just ₹ 16.93 lakhs on-road, making it a tremendous value for money compared to rivals like MG Hector (MG Hector on road price of ₹ 16.14 lakhs).
The attractive pricing and Mahindra’s vast service network make the XUV700 a compelling option over rivals like Hector Plus.
With its bold styling, upmarket interiors, extensive features list and strong engine line-up, the XUV700 brings a unique proposition to the mid-size SUV segment. By offering luxury car levels of space, features and performance at an aggressive price point, the XUV700 will undoubtedly shake up established players. For SUV buyers looking at style, space, performance and the latest tech in one package, the XUV700 emerges as a standout choice.
