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Mahindra cars in India (21)

Mahindra Cars is one of India’s best SUV manufacturers. Its SUV journey began in 1949, when Mahindra started assembling the Jeep CJ-Series in India. The Bolero arrived in 2000, establishing Mahindra in the rugged utility-vehicle segment, and the Scorpio followed in 2002, bringing the brand into the mainstream SUV market. The Thar arrived in 2010, adding a lifestyle and off-road focus, while the XUV500 marked Mahindra’s move towards more premium family SUVs.

Over the years, Mahindra has expanded its SUV portfolio across different sizes and use cases, making it one of India’s largest SUV manufacturers. Its range now spans sub-4-metre, compact, mid-size and large SUVs, along with rugged pickups and premium electric SUVs, with 5-, 6- and 7-seat options across the line-up. The Bolero and Bolero Neo focus on budget, rural and rugged utility needs, while the XUV 3XO and Scorpio Classic cater to everyday SUV buyers. The Scorpio N, Thar and Thar Roxx add more lifestyle and off-road capability, while the XUV700 and XUV 7XO target buyers looking for more space, features and family-focused practicality. 

Mahindra cars Electric

Mahindra has also made a significant move into the electric car segment with its dedicated INGLO EV architecture. The BE 6 and XEV 9e introduced Mahindra’s new generation of electric SUVs, followed by the XUV 3XO EV at a more accessible point in the range and the XEV 9S, which brings three-row practicality to Mahindra’s EV portfolio. This gives Mahindra a mix of conventional petrol and diesel SUVs alongside its growing range of electric models. 

Model

Body style/seating

Battery

Claimed range

Price (ex-showroom)

Mahindra XUV 3XO EV

Compact SUV, 5-seater

39.4kWh

351km

Rs 13.89 - 14.96 lakh

Mahindra XUV400

Compact SUV, 5-seater

34.5kWh / 39.5kWh

359 - 456km

Rs 15.49 - 17.49 lakh

Mahindra BE 6

Midsize SUV, 5-seater

59kWh / 79kWh

Up to 682km

Rs 18.90 - 26.90 lakh

Mahindra XEV 9S

Three-row SUV, 6/7-seater

59kWh / 70kWh / 79kWh

521 - 679km

Rs 19.95 - 29.45 lakh

Mahindra XEV 9e

Coupe SUV, 5-seater

59kWh / 79kWh

542 - 656km

Rs 21.90 - 30.50 lakh

 

What Body Types Do Mahindra Cars Come In?

Mahindra cars in India are focused on SUVs, with models spread across compact, mid-size, large, lifestyle, and three-row categories. The brand also has electric SUVs based on its dedicated EV architecture, giving buyers a choice between conventional petrol/diesel powertrains and electric powertrains.

Type

Mahindra Models

Best suited for

Mahindra Compact SUVs

XUV 3XO, XUV 3XO EV

Buyers who want a relatively compact SUV for everyday city use, with a higher seating position and easier manoeuvrability.

Mahindra Mid-size SUVs

Scorpio Classic, Scorpio N

Buyers looking for a larger SUV with a spacious cabin, strong road presence and the option of petrol or diesel powertrains.

Mahindra Lifestyle SUVs

Thar, Thar Roxx

Buyers who prioritise off-road ability, rugged styling and lifestyle appeal, with the Thar Roxx adding five-door practicality.

Mahindra Large/Three-row SUVs

XUV 7XO

Buyers who need more cabin and luggage space, along with three-row seating for larger families.

Mahindra Utility SUVs

Bolero, Bolero Neo

Buyers who prioritise ruggedness, durability and practical everyday usability over premium features.

Mahindra Electric SUVs

XUV 3XO EV, BE 6, XEV 9e, XEV 9S

Buyers who want an electric SUV, particularly those with access to convenient home or workplace charging.

Mahindra cars 7-seater

  • Mahindra Bolero (Rs 7.99-9.69 lakh): A rugged 7-seater with a ladder-frame chassis, 1.5-litre diesel and side-facing third-row seats, focused on practicality.
  • Mahindra Bolero Neo (Rs 8.69-10.49 lakh): A more modern Bolero with a diesel-manual powertrain and added features over the standard Bolero.
  • Mahindra Scorpio Classic (Rs 12.98-16.70 lakh): A diesel-manual SUV known for its commanding driving position, rugged build, and spacious cabin.
  • Mahindra Scorpio N (Rs 13.49-24.34 lakh): A more premium ladder-frame SUV with petrol and diesel engines, manual and automatic options, and a 5-star Global NCAP rating.
  • Mahindra XUV700 (Rs 13.66-23.57 lakh): A spacious three-row monocoque SUV with petrol and diesel engines, strong performance, ADAS, and a 5-star safety rating.
  • Mahindra XUV 7XO (Rs 13.66-24.92 lakh): The updated XUV700 with 6- and 7-seat layouts, petrol and diesel engines, and manual or automatic gearboxes.
  • Mahindra XEV 9S (Rs 19.95-29.45 lakh): Mahindra’s three-row electric SUV, available in 6- and 7-seat configurations with a claimed range of up to 679km.

Upcoming Mahindra Cars

Mahindra is expected to launch 7 new models in India in the coming months and years, including petrol, hybrid and electric SUVs, along with a lifestyle pickup.

Model

Expected launch

Powertrain

Body style

Mahindra BE.07

2027

Electric

SUV

Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler

April 2027

Diesel

Pick-up

Mahindra Thar E

2027

Electric

SUV

Mahindra Vision S

2027

Petrol

SUV

Mahindra Vision SXT

Late 2027

Petrol-electric hybrid

SUV

Mahindra Vision T

2027

Electric

SUV

Mahindra Vision X

2027

Petrol, automatic

SUV

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Mahindra Scorpio N Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Scorpio N Front View
Mahindra Scorpio N Rear Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Scorpio N Closed Bonnet
Mahindra Scorpio N Front Right Three Quarter
8
Diesel, Petrol
SUV
Mahindra Bolero Neo Color Jeans Blue (Dual Tone)
Mahindra Bolero Neo Second Row Seats
Mahindra Bolero Neo Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Bolero Neo Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Bolero Neo Headlight
6
18.0 kmpl
Diesel
Manual
Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Color Rosso Impulso
Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Color Deep Forest
Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Color Desert Myst
Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Color Everest White
Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Color Firestorm Orange
548-683 km
Electric icon
Electric
SUV
Upcoming
Mahindra BE.07 Front View
Mahindra BE.07 Front View
Mahindra BE.07 Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra BE.07 Left Side View
Mahindra BE.07 Rear Left Three Quarter
2027
Exp. Launch
Electric icon
Electric
SUV
Upcoming
Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler Tail Light Tail Lamp
April, 2027
Exp. Launch
Diesel
Manual
Pick-Up
Concept Revealed
Mahindra Thar e Wheel
Mahindra Thar e Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Thar e Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Thar e Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Thar e Front Left Three Quarter
2027
Exp. Launch
Electric icon
Electric
SUV
Mahindra Thar OG Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Thar OG Front View
Mahindra Thar OG Front Left Three Quarter
Battleship Grey color image
Artemis Silver color image
7
Petrol, Diesel
4 seater
SUV
Concept Revealed
Mahindra Vision S Front View
Mahindra Vision S Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision S Left Side View
Mahindra Vision S Rear Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision S Rear View
2027
Exp. Launch
Petrol
SUV
Mahindra Bolero Closed Bonnet
Mahindra Bolero Front View
Mahindra Bolero Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Bolero Right Side View
Mahindra Bolero Color Stealth Black
6
16.5 kmpl
Diesel
Manual
Mahindra XEV 9e Closed Bonnet
Mahindra XEV 9e Rear Left Three Quarter
Mahindra XEV 9e Tail Light Tail Lamp
Mahindra XEV 9e Left Side View
Mahindra XEV 9e Front Left Three Quarter
8
542-656 km
Electric icon
Electric
5 Star
Mahindra Bolero Neo+ Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Bolero Neo+ Front View
Mahindra Bolero Neo+ Closed Bonnet
Mahindra Bolero Neo+ Right Side View
Mahindra Bolero Neo+ Rear Right Three Quarter
7
Diesel
Manual
9 seater
New
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV Left Side View
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV Left Side View
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV Rear Bumper
8
351 km
Electric icon
Electric
5 seater
New
Mahindra XUV 7XO Front View
Mahindra XUV 7XO Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra XUV 7XO Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra XUV 7XO Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra XUV 7XO Front Left Three Quarter
9
Diesel, Petrol
Automatic, Manual
6-7 seater
Mahindra Thar Roxx Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Thar Roxx Front View
Mahindra Thar Roxx Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Thar Roxx Right Side View
Mahindra Thar Roxx Color Burnt Sienna
8
15.2 kmpl
Diesel, Petrol
Automatic, Manual
Mahindra Scorpio Classic Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Scorpio Classic Front View
Mahindra Scorpio Classic Closed Bonnet
Mahindra Scorpio Classic Rear Right Three Quarter
Mahindra Scorpio Classic Rear View
6
14.4 kmpl
Diesel
Manual
New
Mahindra XEV 9S Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra XEV 9S Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra XEV 9S Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra XEV 9S Front View
Mahindra XEV 9S Front View
9
521-679 km
Electric icon
Electric
6-7 seater
Upcoming
Mahindra Vision SXT Right Side View
Mahindra Vision SXT Wheel
Mahindra Vision SXT Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision SXT Rear Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision SXT Front View
Late 2027
Exp. Launch
Petrol-Electric Hybrid
SUV
Upcoming
Mahindra Vision T Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision T Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision T Front Left Three Quarter
2027
Exp. Launch
Concept Revealed
Mahindra Vision X Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision X Front View
Mahindra Vision X Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision X Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra Vision X Rear Left Three Quarter
2027
Exp. Launch
Petrol
Automatic
SUV
Mahindra XUV 3XO Front Right Three Quarter
Mahindra XUV 3XO Front View
Mahindra XUV 3XO Alloy Wheels
Mahindra XUV 3XO Closed Bonnet
Mahindra XUV 3XO Rear Logo
8
18.0-21.2 kmpl
Diesel, Petrol, CNG
Automatic, Manual
Mahindra XUV400 Front Left Three Quarter
Mahindra XUV400 Front View
Mahindra XUV400 Left Side View
Mahindra XUV400 Rear View
Mahindra XUV400 Rear Right Three Quarter
7
359-456 km
Electric icon
Electric
5 Star

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Trending Questions on Mahindra Cars - Answered by Autocar Experts

•1d

I am looking for an automatic SUV under Rs 14 lakh, preferably with a torque-converter or CVT gearbox. The car will primarily be used for city driving, with occasional highway trips and long-distance journeys. I am leaning towards a petrol model rather than an EV, as I feel EV charging infrastructure is still not widely available. My main priorities are mileage and long-term reliability. I have shortlisted the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Skoda Kylaq, Hyundai Venue and Mahindra XUV 3XO.

•22h

I am looking for a fun-to-drive manual car around the Rs 15 lakh budget. I live in a city with very little traffic and already have two sensible cars, so I now want something small, manual and fun to drive. Automatic transmission and mileage are not priorities. I am also an enthusiastic driver and enjoy revving the engine to extract performance. I am currently considering the Kylaq Sportline, which I can get for around Rs 13 lakh. Would the XUV 3XO or lower variants of the 1.3-litre Duster be better choices? I am also open to sedans such as the Honda City and Hyundai Verna, but I may not always be able to avoid bumps and broken roads when driving fast, so I would prefer something with more ground clearance. I also find them relatively large compared with what I am looking for.

•1d

I’m planning to buy a compact SUV for my dad, who is 64 years old. He currently owns a 2015 Hyundai Creta diesel automatic (torque converter), but he now finds it a little difficult to drive because of its size. He prefers a smaller, easy-to-manoeuvre automatic SUV. The expected usage would be around 70% in town and 30% on highways. The options I’m currently considering are: Kia Sonet 1.5 Diesel Automatic Toyota Taisor Petrol Automatic Mahindra XUV 3XO Petrol Automatic What other options would you recommend considering his age, ease of driving, comfort, size, and our usage pattern? My budget is a maximum of Rs 14 lakh. I’d really appreciate your suggestions and a comparison of the best options.

•1d

I am considering the XUV 7XO AX7T/L. However, given the several videos people post online, covering everything from software glitches to even sunroof leaks, do you think it will offer a seamless ownership experience? I have been considering the Seltos as a second option, and I don't see many people raising deal-breaking issues like these. I am very confused right now.

•1d

I’m planning to buy a sub-4-metre car and have a very low monthly running of around 300km. Most of my driving is on the mountain roads of Uttarakhand, including narrow and winding roads. I’m looking for a safe petrol-manual car that I can keep for around 15 years. I currently own a Tata Altroz 1.2-litre petrol. Which car would be best suited to my requirements?

Mahindra Cars User Reviews

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Mahindra Scorpio N

NA

Naveen Anand•23 September 2026

4/5

The Scorpio-N is really considerable, especially for highway driving.

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Mahindra Bolero Neo

SM

Shreyas Muralidharan•21 September 2026

4/5

I own the Bolero Neo N10 since July 2026. It is a good car, almost perfect for the right needs. It lacks convenience features like ADAS, Carplay, and Android Auto but focuses on essentials for a budget SUV. Rear wheel drive and good reverse camera are highlights. Body roll is noticeable, making it less ideal for city commutes. Performance is strong with an agile diesel engine and comfortable seating. The major downside is the poor speaker quality.

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Mahindra Vision S

MD

Mishti Dhir•21 September 2026

5/5

If mahindra vision is launch in ev then I will definitely buy

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Mahindra Bolero

MS

Manas Satam•11 September 2026

5/5

Mahindra Bolero has been a tough SUV for decades and continues to be rock-solid in India. With improved interior quality and a practical infotainment display, it pushes boundaries in its segment.

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Mahindra XEV 9e

KN

Kiran Naik•30 September 2026

5/5

I test drove this car, another feather in the cap of Mahindra's Make in India initiatives. The drive was awesome, very smooth, good road handling capabilities and space.

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Mahindra Bolero Neo+

KK

Karim khan•29 September 2026

4/5

We use the car for village and off-road trips. It's good to drive, love it. I recommend people to try driving this car for personal use; the power is the best part.

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Mahindra XUV 3XO EV

BB

Bhavesh Bansal•24 September 2026

4/5

Mahindra is improving day by day. They are the second largest automobile company in India, selling about 50 thousand cars per month. Mahindra is known for diesel engines, but their electric vehicles are also gaining popularity. The XUV 3XO EV is good but overpriced compared to competitors. It only offers about 250 km range, which isn't great for the price.

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Mahindra XUV 7XO

V

Virk•24 September 2026

4/5

I have driven my new XUV 7xo in mountain, uneven road as well as in highway, never faced such type problem. New 7xo, especially AX 7, is a value for money, family friendly car, more comfortable than others.

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Mahindra Cars - FAQs

While Mahindra's legacy is rooted in SUVs and farm equipment like tractors, the company launched the Logan sedan in April 2007 as a joint venture with Renault. This was followed by the Verito and Verito Vibe hatchback a few years later.

Only a handful of Mahindra's body-on-frame SUVs come equipped with old-school mechanical four-wheel drive systems with a low-ratio transfer case and a locking differential.

While new Tata SUVs are all based on monocoque platforms, select Mahindra models are still available with rugged body-on-frame architecture for those who wish to go off-roading regularly without worrying about accidental structural damage.

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Last Updated on: 30 Sept 2026