Mahindra currently offers its flagship model– XUV700– at prices between Rs 13.99 lakh and Rs 26.99 lakh (both ex-showroom). The mid-size SUV is available in two broad trims– MX and AX, the latter is further segregated into three trims namely– AX3, AX5, and AX7. Offered strictly as a five-seater, the base MX trim is available in both petrol and diesel engine options.
Both petrol and diesel engines in the MX trim are paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard. Mahindra now plans to introduce an automatic gearbox in the MX trim, specifically with the petrol-powered variant. This will make it the most affordable petrol automatic variant of the SUV.
Mahindra XUV700 MX petrol AT: Expected price, specs
A type approval document from ARAI, Pune confirms that the Chakan-based automaker has homologated the petrol-powered automatic variant of the base XUV700 trim with the Delhi Transport Department. Official announcement of prices for this new variant is likely to be announced in coming weeks.
Considering, the petrol automatic variants are priced at Rs 1.8 lakh premium over their corresponding manual variants, we expect the petrol automatic XUV700 to be priced around Rs 15.80 lakh (ex-showroom). The petrol-powered XUV700 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged unit which kicks out 197 bhp and 380 Nm of peak torque.
Mahindra XUV700 MX petrol AT: Expected features
The XUV700 MX is offered with features such as 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto connectivity, four speakers, 7.0-inch instrument cluster, tilt-adjustable steering, a front centre armrest, power windows, follow me home headlights, powered ORVMs, and 2nd row AC vents. Safety features on board include multiple airbags, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and electronic stability program (ESP) for MX E variant.
Mahindra XUV700 competes with rivals such as the MG Hector, Hector Plus, Tata Harrier, Safari, and Hyundai Alcazar.
