If you’ve been watching the Indian SUV space, here’s exciting news — Mahindra is gearing up to launch a facelifted version of its blockbuster SUV Mahindra XUV700. The updated model is expected to arrive in early 2026, possibly under a fresh name: Mahindra XUV 7XO.
Exterior: Sharper Look, Familiar Body
Don’t expect a completely new body design — the facelift appears to retain the same overall shape, bonnet, and door layout. But that doesn’t mean it won’t feel fresh. The changes begin with a redesigned grille featuring larger air inlets, giving the SUV a more aggressive and aerodynamic face.
Up front, the headlamps are now “dual-pod” LED projectors — a more modern look with sharper LED DRLs. Bumpers (both front and rear) have been reworked for a bolder stance, and the alloy wheels are new, with aero-inspired styling. Tail-lamps at the back are likely to have a connected lighting signature, enhancing the overall road presence during night driving.
Interior & Tech: Triple Screens, Premium Vibes
This facelift isn’t just skin-deep. The biggest changes are inside the cabin, where XUV 7XO borrows cues from Mahindra’s upcoming electric SUVs. The highlight: a triple-screen dashboard layout with three 12.3-inch displays — one each for the instrument cluster, infotainment, and front passenger convenience screen. This gives the cabin a futuristic, high-tech feel.
The dashboard sees upgraded materials, with twin-tone dual-tone leatherette wrap (brown + black) and chrome highlights on AC vents, giving the cabin a more premium atmosphere. The steering wheel gets a fresh two-spoke design with the illuminated Mahindra “Twin Peaks” logo for that premium touch.
Under the Hood: Same Muscles, No Surprises
Mechanically, not much is changing — and that’s a good thing for those who already love XUV700’s performance. The facelifted version continues with the same 2.0-litre turbo petrol and 2.2-litre turbo diesel engines. Transmission options (6-speed manual or 6-speed torque-converter automatic) remain the same too. Diesel-automatic variants will likely retain the all-wheel-drive (AWD) option.
Performance numbers remain roughly similar: petrol engine with ~200 PS & 380 Nm torque; diesel delivering around 185 PS with torque varying depending on gearbox and drivetrain (reports mention 420–450 Nm).
Final Thoughts
If you’re in the market for a powerful, 7-seater SUV and don’t mind waiting a bit — the facelifted XUV 7XO seems like a smart move. It keeps everything that made the XUV700 popular — strong engines, spacious cabin, AWD option — but spruces up the overall experience with modern tech, refreshed looks, and premium feel.
