Mahindra will launch the all-new XUV700 in the third quarter of 2021. It is expected to get both petrol (2.0-litre mStallion turbo) and diesel (2.2-litre turbo) engine options with both 6-speed manual and 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission choices. Now, rumors are suggesting that the XUV700 could get multiple engine tuning options with the diesel engine.
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It has been reported that the prototype version of XUV700 is being tested on three different states of tunes for the diesel engine, including 180PS, 190PS, and 210PS. However, the production-spec XUV700 is likely to get the 190PS version, whereas the 210PS variant of this engine could debut with the upcoming Mahindra XUV Aero-based XUV900 coupe model. It is said to have a peak torque rating of 450Nm. This powerful engine option could also be introduced with the XUV700 sometime in the future.
On the other hand, XUV700's petrol engine is also expected to generate 190PS of max grunt. With this, the new XUV700 will be more powerful than its direct competitors including the MG Hector Plus, Tata Safari, and the upcoming Hyundai Alcazar. Mahindra will also offer an AWD system with both diesel and petrol engines, which would be a first for this segment.
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Not only in terms of engine specifications, the long list of convenience & safety features of the upcoming XUV700 is also expected to put even some cars above its segment to shame. Some of the key features of Mahindra XUV700 are likely to include, Mercedes-Benz like a twin-screen setup for the infotainment system & digital instrument cluster, powered front seats with memory function, and advanced safety techs such as autonomous emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-view monitoring system, and adaptive cruise control.
Besides, the XUV700 is also expected to get an all-LED lighting system, panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, electric parking brakes with auto-hold function, wireless mobile charging, connected car technology with remote control functions, front & rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, traction control, multiple driving modes, and many more.
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We expect Mahindra to retail the XUV700 between Rs 14 lakh and Rs 22 lakh (ex-showroom). On its arrival, Mahindra is likely to discontinue the existing XUV500 SUV, which is alleged to be introduced later in a new 5-seater avatar to take on the likes of Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos.
