The Mahindra XUV700 has been on the road for approximately four years and is now due for a refresh, commonly referred to as a mid-lifecycle update. We've seen new spy photos that reveal some of the upcoming design changes before the SUV’s expected launch in the first half of 2026.
The updated model is set to receive some significant technology upgrades from Mahindra’s new electric vehicle (EV) lineup.
Key Takeaways
- Launch Timing: Expected in the first half of 2026.
- Exterior: Minor changes, mostly to plastic parts like the grille and bumpers.
- Interior: Likely to get a new triple-screen setup for a high-tech feel.
- Engines: No changes expected; it will keep the powerful petrol and diesel options
Exterior and Design Changes
The changes on the outside will be subtle, keeping the overall familiar shape of the XUV700.
- Front End: Look for updates mainly to the "soft plastic" parts. This likely includes a redesigned grille with potentially larger air inlets and a new look for the headlamps, possibly adopting a twin-pod design. The LED daytime running lights (DRLs) and the bumper might also be tweaked to look sharper.
- Body: The main metal body parts—the bonnet, doors, and fenders—are expected to remain the same, meaning the SUV's core structure and size won't change.
- Rear End: The back of the car may get a new lighting signature, possibly featuring a connected LED light strip across the boot. New, more aerodynamic alloy wheels are also expected.
Interior and Technology
The cabin is where the most noticeable changes are anticipated, mainly driven by tech upgrades borrowed from Mahindra’s new XEV electric concepts.
- Triple-Screen Setup: The facelift is likely to feature a cutting-edge three-screen dashboard (one for the driver, a central screen, and a screen possibly for the passenger), similar to what has been shown in the upcoming XEV 9e.
- Controls: It remains uncertain if Mahindra will keep the current car's convenient physical buttons for climate control, or if these functions will be fully integrated into the touchscreen.
- Seating: The current seating options (6-seater and 7-seater configurations) are expected to remain available.
Engine and Performance
There will be no mechanical changes under the bonnet; the powertrain lineup remains the same.
- Petrol: A 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine (producing 200hp).
- Diesel: A 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine (with power output ranging from 155hp to 185hp, depending on the variant).
- Transmission: Both engine options will continue to offer a choice between a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The higher-spec diesel automatic model will still offer the optional All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system.
The XUV700 facelift is expected to launch with a slight increase in price compared to the current model, which is priced between ₹13.66 lakh and ₹23.71 lakh.