Thursday, July 24, 2025

Battles of 7-Seater SUVs: 2023 Tata Safari Facelift vs Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector Plus

Tata Motors has recently launched the facelifted Safari SUV, with significant design changes and a plethora of new features. This makes it a more competitive offering against the likes of Mahindra XUV700 and MG Hector Plus. So, if you are in the market for a new 7-seater SUV and muddied by the choices, hereโ€™s a detailed comparison of these three offerings to help you make an informed decision.

Letโ€™s start with their dimensions: โ€“

2023 Tata Safari vs Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector Plus โ€“ Dimensions

Dimensions2023 Tata SafariMahindra XUV700MG Hector Plus
Length4668 mm4695 mm4,699 mm
Width1922 mm (w/o mirrors)1890 mm1,835 mm
Height1795 mm1755 mm (with roof rails)1760 mm
Wheelbase2741 mm2750 mm2750 mm
Seating Capacity6/7-seater5/7-seater6/7-seater
  • Longest: MG Hector Plus
  • Widest: Tata Safari
  • Tallest: Tata Safari
Mahindra XUV700 prices

2023 Tata Safari vs Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector Plus โ€“ Engine Specifications

2023 Tata SafariMahindra XUV700MG Hector Plus
Engine2-litre turbo-diesel2-litre turbo-petrol2.2-litre turbo-diesel2-litre turbo-diesel1.5-litre turbo-petrol
Transmission6-speed MT / 6-speed AT6-speed MT / 6-speed ATLower Variants: 6-speed MT
Higher Variants: 6-speed MT / 6-speed AT
6-speed MT6-speed MT / CVT
Power170PS200PSLower Variants: 155PS
Higher Variants: 185PS
170PS143PS
Torque350Nm380NmLower Variants: 360Nm
Higher Variants: Up to 450Nm
350Nm250Nm
DrivetrainFWDFWDLower Variants: FWD
Higher Variants: FWD / AWD (only with AT)
FWDFWD
  • Unlike the Tata Safari, the Mahindra XUV700 and MG Hector Plus get the petrol engine option.
  • The Mahindra XUV700 is the most powerful and torquier of all. Also, it is the only option which is available with an all-wheel-drivetrain.
  • The diesel engine of the XUV700 comes in two states of tune.
  • The diesel-powered Hector Plus misses out on the convenience of automatic transmission.
2023 Tata Safari Facelift vs Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector Plus which SUV to buy

2023 Tata Safari vs Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector Plus โ€“ Features

CommonAdditional Features In SafariAdditional Features In XUV700Additional Features In Hector Plus
LED lighting system

Auto headlamps & wipers

Alloy wheels

Touchscreen infotainment system

Digital driverโ€™s display

Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto

Connected car tech

Voice assist

Auto climate control

Rear AC vents

Powered driverโ€™s seat

Panoramic sunroof

Leather seats

Wireless smartphone charging

Powered tailgate

Multiple driving modes

360-degree camera

Rear parking sensors

Electric parking brakes

Cronering front fog lamps

ISOFIX anchors

Auto-dimming IRVM

Six airbags

Tyre pressure monitoring system

ESC

Hill assist

Traction control

ADAS

Dual-zone climate control

Front seats ventilation

Rear seats ventilation (6-seater only)

Ambient lighting

Powered co-driver seat

Electric BOSS mode

Memory function for driverโ€™s seat

In-built air purifier

10-Speaker JBL sound system with amplifier

Front parking sensors

Driver attention alert

Knee airbag

Corner stability control

Terrain response modes


Flush-fitting smart door handles

Dual-zone climate control

Twin-connected display

Built-in Alexa

Memory function for driverโ€™s seat

One-touch tumble fold 2nd row seats

12 speakers SONY sound system

Driver attention alert

Knee airbag

Lane Keep Assist in ADAS suite

All-wheel-drivetrain option with automatic gearbox
Ambient lighting

A bigger 14-inch vertically oriented touchscreen infotainment system

Powered co-driver seat

2nd-row seat recline

In-built air purifier

Digital Bluetooth key

Walk away auto car lock / approach auto unlock

8 Speakers INFINITY sound system with amplifier

Front parking sensors

Lane Keep Assist in ADAS suite

Also Read: 2023 Tata Safari Facelift All Variants Explained

2023 Tata Safari vs Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Hector Plus โ€“ Price

ModelEx-Showroom Price
2023 Tata SafariRs 16.19 โ€“ 27.34 lakh
Mahindra XUV700Petrol: Rs 14.01 โ€“ 24.35 lakh
Diesel: Rs 14.45 โ€“ 26.18 lakh
MG Hector PlusPetrol: Rs 20.80 โ€“ 23.24 lakh
Diesel: Rs 19.76 โ€“ 23.58 lakh

Also Read: 2023 Tata Safari Facelift โ€“ Full Price List Revealed

Tata Safari 2023 Facelift Drive Impressions | Gagan Choudhary

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