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Mahindra starts preparing for the first cosmetic update for its flagship ICE model, which mainly competes with the Tata Safari
Launched in September 2021, the Mahindra XUV700 is nearly four years old now. A mid-cycle refresh is in the works for the brand’s flagship ICE model, and many of the revisions coming with this update have already been revealed.
Mahindra has begun testing the facelifted XUV700 on public roads, and spy shots captured during this process have helped us understand some of the planned design changes. These images have shown the facelifted XUV700 featuring revised headlamps with dual U-shaped clusters and a new six-slot radiator grille.
One of the prototypes has been spotted with what appears to be a revised rear bumper with a new design for the reflectors. Additionally, we expect Mahindra to incorporate a new front bumper and use new 18-inch alloy wheels on the refreshed XUV700. The company will likely offer one or two new paint options as well.
Inside, the new Mahindra XUV700 could feature a revised dashboard design and a new colour scheme for a fresh look. A spy video that surfaced on the web recently has indicated that it will feature a triple-screen setup like the Mahindra XEV 9e. The third display could allow the front passenger to set or make changes to the route of navigation, watch videos, play games, and even make video calls, making their journeys fun and more engaging.
Mahindra currently offers the XUV700 with three engine options and two transmission choices, and it is expected to keep all of them unchanged with the facelift. A 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that 147 kW (197 hp) and 380 Nm of torque is the base option, linked to a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission.
The second option is a 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel engine that develops 114 kW (153 hp) and 360 Nm of torque, married to a 6-speed manual transmission. The range-topping option is a 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel engine that generates 136 kW (182 hp) and 420 Nm of torque if configured with a 6-speed manual transmission or the same power but 450 Nm of torque if specified with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The new Mahindra XUV700 is expected to be launched in early 2026 and could be priced from around INR 15 lakh (ex-showroom).
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