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The Indian automotive giant Mahindra & Mahindra has launched its all-new XUV 7XO in the Indian market. Starting at 13.66 lakh INR, the price climbs to 22.47 lakh INR for the top variant (ex-showroom). These introductory prices apply to only the first 40,000 buyers. Mahindra once again proves its ambition to lead in the SUV segment with cutting-edge technology and innovation.
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Models, Booking, and Delivery
The Mahindra XUV 7XO is available in 6 variants: AX, AX3, AX5, AX7, AX7T, and AX7L. Test drives begin on January 8, with bookings and deliveries from January 14. Uniquely, even the base variant features a coast-to-coast three-screen layout, offering an immersive cabin experience from the start.
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Diverse Seating Configurations
The Mahindra XUV 7XO comes in 6 and 7-seater configurations, featuring ventilated seating in both the front and second rows—unseen in this segment in the Indian market. Mahindra has meticulously crafted features that distinguish it from the competition.
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Size of the XUV 7XO
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Bold and Stylish Design
The XUV 7XO flaunts a bold and premium exterior with a new piano black grille, Bi-LED projector headlamps, full-width grille, diamond-inspired LED taillamps, and R19 diamond-cut alloy wheels. Additional features include electric smart door handles, a panoramic Skyroof, and cornering lamps with fog lamps.
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31.24-Inch Triple Screen
A 31.24 cm coast-to-coast triple screen is standard in all variants of the XUV 7XO, a feature other car makers reserve for top models. Mahindra claims it's the first such feature in any ICE (petrol, diesel) SUV in India. Alongside, it comes with the ADRENOX+ system powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon SA8155P chipset, another first in an ICE vehicle.
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DAVINCI Suspension
This SUV is equipped with Mahindra's new DAVINCI suspension system, utilizing valve-based damping technology, being introduced globally with this model. A promotional video during launch demonstrated the vehicle's smooth ride, balancing a wine glass on the moving SUV.
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A Unique Suspension System
The front of the XUV 7XO uses an independent McPherson Strut suspension with FSD and a stabilizer bar. The rear features a multi-link independent suspension with FSD and a stabilizer bar, offering better stability and handling. Mahindra claims this suspension system is both unique and comfortable.
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Luxurious and Comfortable Interior
The interior of this SUV is filled with features, including 6-way power driver and co-driver seats. The co-driver seat comes with a Boss Mode feature. Front and rear ventilated seats, high-density foam seating, dual-zone climate control, retractable rear sunshades, and silent mode enhance its appeal.
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Theater on Wheels
The company boasts the XUV 7XO as the nation's first equipped with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos system. Mahindra states its panoramic display on the dashboard provides an immersive experience for every occupant. Additionally, a feature called VenueScape offers the best audio quality, alongside Alexa and ChatGPT-enabled cabin features, a first for any car in India.
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Audio System and Connectivity Features
The Mahindra XUV 7XO is equipped with a 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system supporting Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision, another first in the Indian market. It also includes wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Alexa with ChatGPT integration, and 93 connected car features.
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ADAS Level 2
The vehicle includes ADAS Level 2 features, with 17 driver assist functions. The advanced driver assistance system package provides more than 17 advanced safety features, including ADAS visualization, driver drowsiness alert, electrochromic IRVM, memory ORVM with auto tilt for reverse, electronic parking brake with auto hold, auto-booster headlamp with high beam assist, and tire pressure monitoring with learning capability.
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Engine and Performance
The Mahindra XUV 7XO offers two engine options: a 2.0-liter mStallion turbo petrol engine and a 2.2-liter mHawk turbo diesel engine. The petrol manual variant accelerates from 0 to 60 km/h in less than 5 seconds. Both engines are available with 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmissions. It includes Zip, Zap, and Zoom drive modes with a custom mode as well.
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Braking System
The SUV features ventilated disc brakes in the front and solid disc brakes at the rear, also providing an electronic parking brake option. For enhanced safety, it includes an Electronic Stability Program (ESP) system, aiding performance even on challenging terrains.
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Wheels and Tire Options
The Mahindra XUV 7XO offers multiple wheel and tire options. It features a 235/65 R17 steel wheel with a full-size cover, alongside optional 235/65 R17 Versa wheel, 235/60 R18 diamond-cut alloy, and 235/55 R19 diamond-cut alloy wheels. A 155/90 R18 temporary steel wheel is provided as a spare.
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Over 120 Safety Features
The Mahindra XUV 7XO touts over 120 safety features, with 75 as standard across all variants. It includes 6 airbags, ESP, hill descent control, and tire pressure monitoring. The top variant features 7 airbags, including curtain airbags extending to the third row. Mahindra states the SUV is engineered with a 5-star Indian NCAP rating in mind. (Photo: auto.mahindra.com)
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Price and Variant Range
The base AX variant starts at 13.66 lakh INR for the petrol manual and 14.96 lakh INR for the diesel manual. Prices for the AX3 and AX5 variants range from 16.02 to 16.49 lakh INR and 17.52 to 17.99 lakh INR, respectively. The AX7 variant starts at 18.48 lakh INR, while the top variant, the AX7L diesel automatic, goes up to 24.11 lakh INR. Automatic transmission requires an additional 1.45 lakh INR, while the all-wheel drive option adds 2.45 lakh INR.
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During its launch, Mahindra noted that the previous generation model, the XUV700, had garnered over 300,000 customers. The new XUV 7XO aims to set new benchmarks in design, technology, and performance within its segment, continuing its proud legacy forward.
