Mahindra XUV700, the premium SUV from the home-grown automaker, was recently launched in the country. The SUV model lineup is spread across two trims – MX Series and AX Series – packed with 200bhp, 2.0L turbo petrol and 155bhp/185bhp, 2.2L mHawk diesel engines. Both motors are available with 6-speed manual and automatic gearbox options. The new Mahindra SUV is being offered with 5 and 7-seats layouts. While prices of the 5-seater version fall in the range of Rs 11.99 lakh – Rs 14.99 lakh, the XUV700 7-seater prices will be announced in October 2021.
Currently, the 5-seater XUV700 is available in five variants – MX petrol MT, MX diesel MT, AX3 petrol MT and AX3 petrol MT – priced at Rs 11.99 lakh, Rs 12.49 lakh, Rs 13.99 lakh and Rs 14.99 lakh respectively. All prices are ex-showroom. The Mahindra XUV700 7-seater will come with the same engine and gearbox options, which are offered on its 5-seater counterpart. Though, it will have more cabin space to accommodate an additional third row of seat.
Talking about its features, the new Mahindra SUV has been packed with several first-in-segment and best-in-segment fitments. It has a dashboard integrated dual 10.25-inch screen setup – one for the infotainment and one for the instrument cluster. The infotainment system features Mahindra’s new AdrenoX interface with in-built Amazon Alexa virtual assistant supporting voice commands. The unit comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
The list of features also includes a custom-built 12 speaker 3D surround sound system by Sony, air purifier, wireless charger, dual zone automatic climate control, a panoramic sunroof (largest in the segment), an electronic parking brake, leatherette upholstery, auto booster headlamps, ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems), smart pilot assist, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, driver drowsiness detection and traffic sign recognition. It also offers 7 airbags, personalized safety alerts, ABS with EBD and seatbelts with lap and retractor pre-tensioners for front seats.
