The 2026 Mahindra XUV 7XO engine options comprise 2-litre turbo-petrol and 2.2-litre diesel. Both the XUV 7XO petrol and diesel models are available with manual and automatic transmission options. AWD, however, can only be optioned with the XUV 7XO diesel. Both petrol and diesel versions come with a 60-litre fuel tank.

Engine	XUV 7XO petrol	XUV 7XO diesel
Displacement	2.0-litre	2.2-litre
Power (hp)	203	185
Torque (Nm)	380	420 (MT) / 450 (AT)
Transmission	6MT / 6AT	6MT / 6AT
AWD Capability	No	Yes

Dhairya•20 Feb 2026

4/5

xuv7xo feels like it fulfils all needs if you want a capable family SUV. good alternative to xuv700 and feels more sorted as a complete package

Satish Pai•26 Mar 2026

4/5

7xo pickup and shear performance on both petrol and diesel is clearly strong. DEF issue my cousins with xuv700 diesel faced only twice in 2 to 3 years which is manageable. overall diesel 7xo is the better long term buy and saves significantly on fuel cost over years

Kapil•5 Feb 2026

3/5

7xo has some software glitches which are a real concern. 3rd row space is worst in this segment. suspension is quite good though and the pickup and performance is very strong

Avinash•15 Jan 2026

2/5

if you are planning to go for 7xo start building your patience level. their manufacturing process is very slow. they committed to me delivery in 6 months now saying 8 months. very poor delivery timeline management

Vinod D•14 Dec 2025

4/5

i have safari harrier and xuv700 at home. if you want light sedan like drive go for xuv7xo. its the more refined and comfortable option among the big SUVs

Sambit•1 Mar 2026

3/5

we bought 7xo AX7T AT. city fuel efficiency is 7 to 7.5 kmpl. for highway 13 kmpl with 4 people plus AC at 90 kmph. city mileage is quite poor honestly

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We like

Punchy performance from both powertrains
Ride comfort and high-speed composure
Feature packed

We don't like

Third row is tight for adults
Confusing infotainment UI

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More questions you may find useful

Harshit Gupta

•1d

Hi, I am looking for a new car in NCR, and my monthly running is 1,000-1,500km. My budget is around ₹18-20 lakh with a BH number. I am confused about which car I should go for. My personal inclination is towards the Scorpio N diesel manual Z8 Select. Will it be a good choice?

Autocar India

•10h

Go for the Mahindra Scorpio N Z8 Select (Z8 S) diesel manual. For your 18-20 lakh budget and 1,000-1,500 km/month in NCR, it offers robust highway performance, space, and tough suspension.Your monthly running suits a torquey diesel engine, which feels relaxed on longer NCR runs and weekend trips. The Z8 S fits your budget while giving you the core comfort and safety kit without stretching to higher trims. Since you’re in NCR, remember that diesel cars are restricted to 10 years of use there. If you plan to keep it 8-10 years, this aligns well.The one thing you give up is an easy city commute. The clutch can feel heavier in stop‑go NCR traffic, which may tire your left leg on 45-60 minute crawls.If you plan to keep the car beyond 10 years in NCR, consider the Mahindra XUV 7X0 AX5 petrol automatic instead, for long-term compliance and lighter city driving.

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Ahaan Asthana

•1d

Hi, I am planning to buy a new SUV and would appreciate your advice. My annual running is around 8,000-9,000 km, with approximately 90% of it on highways. I am considering petrol manual options and am confused between the Tata Harrier petrol manual and the Mahindra XUV7XO petrol manual. Which one would be a better choice for my usage, and why?

Autocar India

•1h

The Mahindra XUV 7XO petrol manual will make a great highway companion for your needs. With 8,000-9,000 km a year, petrol is the right call; diesel usually starts to make sense above about 15,000 km/year. The XUV 7XO’s 202hp turbo feels effortless for quick 80-120kph overtakes, which is helpful on open highways. Its long wheelbase keeps it planted at speed, and the wide, supportive seats are great for long stints. The ride and handling balance, with the new suspension setup it received with the facelift, is phenomenal too.If you find that the third row is not spacious enough, then look at the Tata Safari petrol instead.On the test drive, take it on the highway and check stability, ride comfort and overtaking performance.

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Sidhant Sagar

•2d

I am planning to purchase the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7. My daily driving is around 30 km in the city (15 km each way) with almost no traffic, along with an additional 200 km of highway driving per month. Should I opt for the diesel manual variant? I am concerned about potential DPF regeneration issues.

Autocar India

•1d

For your usage, the Mahindra XUV7X0 AX7 diesel manual does make sense, and your concern about DPF regeneration is understandable, but not a major issue in your case. Your daily 30 km runs with low traffic allow the engine to operate at steady speeds for long enough to support passive regeneration, and the additional 200 km highway drive every month further helps keep the system healthy.Where the diesel really suits your usage is in its strong low-end torque, which will feel effortless, especially when the car is loaded with passengers or luggage on highway trips. It also makes sense from an efficiency point of view, given your monthly running.So overall, diesel is a safe and suitable choice for your usage pattern, and you should not worry too much about DPF issues. However, if your driving pattern ever shifts to very short, slow city runs, then a petrol option would be the simpler alternative.

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Rajat Sethi

•2d

Hi, I am planning to buy the new Tata Safari Petrol AX+, but I am concerned about the engine performance on highways and during hill driving, as we have a second home in the hills and travel there every two months. We need a spacious car within a 25 lakh budget, which is why we chose the Safari. I am also concerned about its overtaking ability on highways. I am not considering the Mahindra 7XO due to its recessed door handles. Please advise.

Autocar India

•6h

The Tata Safari petrol is a very good choice for your needs. During our first drive, we found its performance to be quite effortless despite the modest 1.5-litre displacement. We recorded a 0-100kph time of just 10.5 seconds, which is very respectable for a vehicle of this size. The engine has strong low-down grunt, which helps it pick up speed effortlessly, and it felt adequate even with six people on board. On the expressway, it maintained high speeds with ease and made quick overtakes when required. We haven’t yet driven it in the hills, but all evidence suggests it should be just fine.If performance is still a concern, the Mahindra XUV 7XO is a good alternative. The best way to address your concerns is to take an extended highway test drive with at least five passengers on board. Assess whether its overtaking performance feels adequate for your needs and, if possible, find a hill to do a gradient test.

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Ishu Asthana

•2d

Dear team, if annual running is between 8000 and 9000 km and 90% is highway, which car would you recommend between the Tata Harrier petrol manual and the Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel manual?

Autocar India

•6h

Go for the Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel manual. For your kind of usage, which is mostly highway driving, the diesel suits thanks to its strong low-end torque and effortless cruising ability, making long drives easier and more relaxed.If you are specifically looking at a petrol, then it is better to choose the XUV 7XO turbo petrol rather than the Tata Harrier petrol. The 7XO’s turbo petrol is a more proven engine, and the car itself is larger, more powerful and feels more effortless to drive.The only trade-off is that fuel efficiency will be lower compared to the Harrier’s smaller 1.5-litre petrol.

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