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•3dHi team, I want to buy a 7-seater car. Need advice between Toyota HyCross GX (O), Tata Safari or Mahindra 7XO.
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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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Ashish paswan
•6hTata safari is the best
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Krishna
•2hI want to buy car
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Deepak
•16hHi, Pl wait for JSW JETOUR .... The has Premium features with Stubborn Shell
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Fahad
•1dI want a 7 seater better to drive features and road presence car i m confused btw the tata safari accomplished diesel manual xuv 7xo Ax7L diesel manual and innova hycross hybrid varient i am switching from ertiga diesel
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K R Sivakumar
•1dGo with Toyota Innova Hycross.its best car with very good resale value.
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Posted on: 14 Mar 2026
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