Mahindra’s flagship ICE SUV, the XUV700 facelift, launches in India on January 5, 2026—first major update since August 2021. Tipped as XUV 7XO (following XUV 3XO naming), it promises XEV 9S-inspired design, triple-screen cabin, Level 2+ ADAS and same potent engines, maintaining sales momentum (93k units FY25).
Mahindra XUV700 Facelift Launch Details
- Launch date: January 5, 2026
- Expected name: XUV 7XO (unconfirmed reports)
- Current sales: 93,082 units FY25 (~7,757/month); 51,357 units Apr-Oct FY26
- Positioning: Above Scorpio-N, rivals Tata Safari, MG Hector Plus
Pricing expected ₹14L–₹26L ex-showroom (up ~₹35k–₹85k from current ₹13.66L–₹25.14L).
Design: XEV 9S-Inspired Facelift
Exterior refresh draws from Mahindra’s new EV face:
- Front: Upright grille, coast-to-coast DRLs, slim LED headlamps
- Wheels: New alloy designs
- Rear: Subtle tweaks
- Powertrains retained:
- 2.0L TGDi petrol: 197hp/380Nm (6MT/6AT)
- 2.2L mHawk diesel: 153hp/360Nm (6MT) or 182hp/420-450Nm (6MT/6AT)
- AWD continues on select variants
Interior Upgrades: Triple-Screen Luxury
Cabin gets significant tech leap:
| Feature | Current XUV700 | Facelift Expected |
|---|---|---|
| Screens | Dual (10.25″ + 10.25″) | Triple-screen setup |
| Audio | Standard | Harman Kardon + Dolby Atmos |
| AC Panel | Conventional | New digital panel |
| ADAS | Level 2 | Level 2+ upgrade |
Already feature-rich SUV gets even more premium.
Engine Options & Performance Retained
Proven mStallion/mHawk powertrains continue:
- Petrol: 197hp/380Nm, smooth 6-speed auto ideal for city/highway
- Diesel: Two tunes—153hp base, 182hp top-end with 450Nm AT torque
- Transmission: 6MT across, 6AT on higher variants
- Drivetrain: RWD standard, AWD available
Refinement and performance that made XUV700 bestseller.
Pricing & Rivals
| Variant Expectation | Current Price | Facelift Est. |
|---|---|---|
| Base Petrol MT | ₹13.66L | ~₹14L |
| Top Diesel AWD AT | ₹25.14L | ~₹26L |
Key rivals:
- Tata Safari (similar pricing, 7-seater)
- MG Hector Plus (feature-loaded alternative)
Why XUV700 Facelift Matters
- Sales proof: Consistent 7k+/month despite 4-year run.
- EV synergy: Design language from XEV 9S bridges ICE-EV lineup.
- Feature escalation: Triple screens + L2+ ADAS leapfrogs rivals.
Buy now or wait?
- Current XUV700: Discounts likely pre-facelift
- Facelift: New tech, but ~₹50k premium
Jan 5 reveal confirms XUV 7XO branding and final specs.
