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Harshal

•4w

I am looking to upgrade to a 7-seater SUV and am confused between the 7XO and Safari. I want good headlights, ADAS suite, fun-to-drive nature and a tech-loaded car.

Autocar India

•3w

Looking at your requirement, both the Tata Safari and the Mahindra XUV 7XO will do you fine. However, we would lean towards the Mahindra on account of your requirements of 'tech-loaded' and 'fun to drive' being better served with the 7XO.

The Mahindra car offers features like a triple-screen setup that's standard across the range and a 16-speaker Harmon Kardon music system that sounds very good, among many more. Both the petrol and diesel engines on the Mahindra also deliver better performance and provide a very fun-to-drive experience. They are also more refined. As for the ADAS suite and headlights, both offer similar levels of performance.

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Mahindra

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from ₹15.87 Lakh

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from ₹15.44 Lakh

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Dheerendra K B

•3w

You can also consider MG Hector Plus 👌

Anonymous

•2w

I think you didn’t see what he wrote, he said ‘fun to drive’, MG Hector and Plus currently have the weakest engine in the segment

Ambuj Katare

•2w

Tata resale value is very poor and also faces several issues while servicing the vehicle but they were rectified by centre in two three visits

Akshay B

•2w

Simple go for XUV 7XO

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Sandesh

•1d

Hi team, I want to buy a 7-seater car. Need advice between Toyota HyCross GX (O), Tata Safari or Mahindra 7XO.

Autocar India

•11h

You should go for the Toyota Innova HyCross GX (O) if you want a true 7-seater with the roomiest third row of seats. The HyCross's 2,850 mm wheelbase and flat floor make the third row friendlier for adults than the Tata Safari or the Mahindra XUV 7XO. Furthermore, it's backed up by Toyota’s proven reliability and hassle-free ownership in India.However, you will have to compromise when it comes to the powertrain. The Hycross' 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine isn't as punchy as the Tata Safari and XUV 7XO's turbocharged units, and real-world mileage is quite poor, as we managed 6.9kpl in the city and 12.4kpl on the highway. The Toyota also doesn't get a diesel engine option like the other two.If you prioritise performance and high-end features, either the Safari or the Mahindra XUV 7XO makes more sense. As for pricing, the Innova HyCross GX (O) is priced between Rs 20.43 lakh and Rs 20.56 lakh (ex-showroom).

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Mohammed Aaftab

•2d

I am planning to buy a 7-seater, and my running is not very regular. Sometimes, for a long time, I don’t drive much, but when I do, I may cross 1000 km in a single trip. I need good space in the 3rd row as well. Which one should I prefer: Mahindra XUV 7XO or Tata Safari? I need full comfort and luxury, and my budget is around ₹35 lakh.

Autocar India

•13h

Between the two, the Tata Safari works slightly better as a family-oriented seven-seater. Its second row can slide forward and backwards, which helps create more legroom for passengers sitting in the third row. This flexibility makes the last row easier to use for adults on longer journeys.The Mahindra XUV 7XO, on the other hand, offers stronger performance and more features, especially in the higher variants. It is a nicer car to drive with stronger performance, but the third row is better suited to children or shorter journeys compared to the Safari.If your priority is maximum comfort for all passengers and better third-row usability, the Safari Accomplished+ diesel automatic is the better choice. If you prefer stronger performance and more tech features, the XUV 7XO AX7L diesel automatic is the one to consider.

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Amit Khanna

•1d

I am confused between the Mahindra XUV700 AX7T automatic and the Mahindra XEV 9S Pack 2 (above 70 kWh). My usage is mostly in the city with occasional long trips.

Autocar India

•1d

If you have home charging available, the Mahindra XEV 9e Pack 2 makes a lot of sense. Electric cars are extremely smooth in city traffic, offer instant torque and have much lower running costs compared to petrol SUVs.However, if home charging is not easily available and you prefer the convenience of quick refuelling for occasional long trips, the Mahindra XUV 7XO automatic is the safer and simpler choice. It removes the need to plan charging stops and will feel more convenient for highway travel.Choose the XEV 9e if you have home charging and want lower running costs with a smoother city drive. Choose the XUV 7XO automatic if you want maximum convenience for long trips without worrying about charging.

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