I am looking to buy an SUV (with good ground clearance) which is fun to drive. For me, good mileage, a good audio system and a big boot space (for 3 big suitcases for a holiday trip) are important. My need is for a family of five. My overall usage is mainly city driving in Bangalore with occasional highway usage. I currently own a Ciaz Diesel and am looking to replace it. I intend to own the next vehicle for at least 7-10 years, hence it should not be too outdated technology-wise. I am open to EV’s, too. My budget is around ₹20-25 lakh (might stretch till ₹30 lakh if it's a really better option).

Autocar India

•6w

Considering your requirements, the Mahindra XUV 7XO is a good option for you. It gets the option of a smooth, refined and punchy diesel engine that is efficient, a very good audio system and a huge boot if you fold down the third row. Since you are a family of five, the third row can be folded away for most parts and be used as a huge boot. The 7XO is also packed with the latest tech and features, so you have the latest ADAS Level 2, responsive screens with app support and OTA updates and a modern powertrain too.

What's also nice is the performance of the petrol engine. It is responsive and refined, and in the city, the cabin insulation is excellent, making it a lot more comfortable. The suspension, too, has been revamped with the update from 700 to 7XO and is a big jump from what it was before.

As an all-round package, the Mahindra XUV 7XO would be our recommendation, and it will also fit well in your budget.

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Anil Gupta

•3d

Hi Autocar team, I own a 2015 Hyundai i20 Elite petrol manual. My average running is around 500 km per month. I am looking for a practical SUV that can accommodate a family of 5–7 members occasionally. This will be my last car, as I am 58 years old, and it will mostly be driven alone or with a co-passenger. I have looked at the Tata Sierra and Mahindra XUV 7XO. I am confused between electric and petrol, and also between manual and automatic. Please suggest.

Autocar India

•1h

With 500 km a month with at most you and one passenger (but sometimes 5-7 members), the Mahindra XUV 7XO petrol automatic in the 7-seat version is the better fit for you. It gives you a proper third row for those rare family trips, yet the rest of the time it works well as a calm, easy daily car.For your low running, petrol makes more sense than electric. Try to avoid the higher upfront price of an EV as you will not drive enough each month to recover that extra cost. The XUV’s petrol with the automatic gearbox that changes gears on its own will feel far easier than your i20 manual in stop-go traffic.A couple of trade-offs to note. The Mahindra car that you are considering, is big, so parking in tight spots needs some care. Also, the third row is best for kids or short adults on short trips but not during long highway stretches.Overall, for your usage and this being your last car, the XUV 7XO petrol automatic 7-seater lines up best.

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Manish Kulkarni

•4d

Which car should I buy if I plan to do road trips across India, including Ladakh, the Spiti circuit, followed by the 7 sisters & South India, with my family? I am looking for a five-seater, preferably diesel or hybrid. I can wait up to six months, until around Diwali. My yearly running will be around 10,000-12,000 km, which consists of 65% highway, 15% ghat roads, and 30% city driving. I live in the Thane suburbs (Dombivli). Good service, support and reliability are very important to me. The options I am considering are: XUV 7XO, Scorpio, Vision S, Thar Roxx, Duster (Hybrid), and Honda Elevate (Hybrid). Should I consider an AWD or 4x4 model, or are there any other options you would recommend?

Autocar India

•2d

From your list, the Mahindra Scorpio N 4x4 diesel is the safest fit for this use. As a five-seater with the last row folded, it offers a large boot, a tough body and proper 4x4 with low range for slush, snow or rocky terrain. It also has strong pulling power on steep hill roads when fully loaded. Mahindra’s wide service network on these routes is an added advantage when you are far from cities.Be aware that the Scorpio N is not as quiet or as comfortable on long highways as softer monocoque SUVs, and in the city, the ride can feel a bit bouncy. The Mahindra XUV 7XO is the better road car. It is more comfortable and refined, but for your intended usage, it is not as robust or as versatile as the Scorpio N, especially for tougher terrain in the Himalayas where the Scorpio N’s higher ground clearance and proper 4x4 make a real difference. The same limitation applies to options like the Renault Duster Hybrid and Honda Elevate.As for the Mahindra Thar Roxx, it is less comfortable than the Scorpio N, especially in terms of seating and long-distance usability.

David

I am planning to buy a new car by the end of the year, and my current top choice is the Mahindra XUV7X0 (AX7 petrol automatic variant). Earlier, I was considering the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta, but I no longer like their current exterior designs, so I have shifted my focus. For context, I currently own a Maruti Suzuki Ertiga (petrol + CNG), which is almost 10 years old and has been driven only around 50,000 km. My usage is quite low. The office is about 13 km away (around 30 km round trip), but I often use public transport. I mainly use the car on weekends, roughly 2-3 times a week, and my monthly running is around 400-450km. My priorities for the new car are: strong road presence and mass appeal, comfortable and premium interior, good reliability, reasonable service and maintenance costs (I am used to Maruti-level affordability), suitable for family trips. Given my low usage and requirements, would the XUV7X0 petrol automatic be a good choice, or should I consider other options?

Autocar India

•2d

Low monthly use, mostly weekend family trips, and you want strong road presence with a premium feel, in that brief, the Mahindra XUV 7XO petrol automatic is the right fit, and it’s the one we would pick for you. It lines up with your goals for three clear reasons. First, presence and space: it looks big, sits high, and feels like a big step up from your Maruti Ertiga. Five adults ride in real comfort, and with the third row folded, you get a huge boot for family trips. Second, the petrol motor feels smooth and strong at low speeds and on the highway, so city gaps and quick passes are easy without effort. Third, the cabin feels premium for the price, with a clean screen layout and a quiet ride that your family will like.A few trade-offs to note, given your context: service will not be Maruti-affordable, and the car will use more fuel than your Ertiga CNG. It’s also a large car, so tight parking will need care, and Mahindra’s software still throws the odd small glitch.If the budget allows, the Toyota Innova HyCross hybrid brings top comfort and very low city fuel use, but it is pricier. Overall, for your low running and desire for presence and a premium feel, the XUV 7XO petrol automatic fits best.

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