Mahindra Xuv 7xo vs Renault Duster

Autocar India

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

2184 cc
1333 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Petrol

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
DCT

Number of Gears

6
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

All Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

185 hp at 3500 rpm
163 hp at 5250 rpm

Max Engine Torque

450 Nm at 1750 - 2800 rpm
280 Nm at 2000 - 3505 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Direct Injection

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Drive Mode Types

Multiple
Multiple

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Tank Capacity

60 litres
50 litres

E20 Compatibility

Official Fuel Economy

18.45 kmpl

City Fuel Economy as Tested

7.47 kmpl

Highway Fuel Economy as Tested

13.47 kmpl

Autocar Tested Mileage

9.97 kmpl

0-100kph

11.33 s

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

6.07 s

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

7.6 s

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Independent, Multi-link
Twist Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Front Brakes

Ventilated Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

19 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

235/55 R19
225/55 R18

Rear Tyre Size

235/55 R19
225/55 R18

Wheels

Alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

4695 mm
4346 mm

Width

1890 mm
1815 mm

Height

1755 mm
1701 mm

Wheelbase

2750 mm
2657 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Doors

5
5

Ground Clearance

212 mm

Boot Capacity

None litres

Comfort

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
All

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Launch Control

Keyless Entry

Yes with proximity sensors

Interior Lamps

Hands-free Boot Opening

Glove Box

Front Seatback Pockets

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Foldable Seatback Table

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Electric Tailgate Release

Driving Modes

Driver Armrest Storage

Door Pockets

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Dead Pedal

Cup Holders

Removable Third-Row Seat

Voice Assisted Sunroof

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only
Yes with Light

UV Cut Glass

Trunk Light

Third Row AC Vents

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Scheduled Cabin Conditioning

Roof Grab Handles

Accessory Power Outlet

Remote Locking

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Reading Lamp

LED

Rear Power Outlet

Rear Parcel Tray

Rear AC Vents

Push Button Start

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bottle Holder in Doors

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Acoustic Windshield

Climate Control

2-zone
2-zone

Auto Parking

12 Volt Port

Cooled Cup Holders

Ambient Lighting

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

Comfort Headrest

Cooled Glovebox

Cooled Storage

Heated ORVM

Cabin Boot Access

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

12 Volt Port Boot

Utility Recess On Dashboard

Sunglass Holder

Powered Tailgate

Safety

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Traction Control

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor

Rear Washer/Wiper

Side Airbag

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Anti Theft Alarm

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
All

Video Recording

Seat Belt Warning

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display
With Display

Traffic Sign Recognition

Airbags

7
6

Heads Up Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Lane Departure Avoidance

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

High Beam Assist

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

Lane Keep Assist

Child Safety Lock

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Electronic Stability Control

Central Locking

Brake Assist (BA)

Front Collision Avoidance

Parking Camera

360 degree
360 degree

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Automatic Headlamps

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

Automatic Wipers

Passenger Airbag

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto-dimming

Driver Airbag

Rear Defogger

Driver Attention Warning

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
Automatic

Dashcam

Curtain Airbag

Boot Open Warning

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Road Departure Mitigation System

Speed Assist System

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

Interior Door Handles Finish

BNCAP Rating

Door Ajar Warning

Dual Tone Horn

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

Overspeed Warning

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

Exterior

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

Follow Me Home Headlamps

Body Coloured Bumpers

LED taillights

LED headlamps

Headlight Height Adjuster

Sequential Turn Indicators

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Stop Lamp

LED DRLs

LED fog lamps

Wheel Arch Cladding

Front Fog Lamps

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Antenna

Shark Fin
Shark Fin

Pop-Out Door Handle

Auto

Projector Headlamps

Connected LED

ORVM turn indicators

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
Body Coloured

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Cornering Foglamps

Cornering Headlights

Rub Strips

Spoiler

Illuminated Logo

Roof Rails

Functional

Puddle Lamps

Interior

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Instantaneous Consumption

Tachometer

Digital
Digital

Low Fuel Level Warning

Gear Indicator

Head-up Display

Speedometer

Digital
Digital

Shift Indicator

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Adjustable Front Headrests

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Ventilated Seats

Front & Rear
Front Only

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Heated Seats

Driver's Seat Memory

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Massage Seats

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Seat Count

7
5

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Third Row Seats

Third Row Seats Fold

Third Row Seats Split

Second Row Seat Adjustment

Ottoman Seats

Soft Touch Dashboard

Soft Touch Door Trim

Entertainment

Rear Entertainment Screens

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Second Row USB port

Type C
2 Type C

Audio System

AUX Input

Wireless Phone Charging

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Front Passenger Screen

Touchpad

Branded Music System

Harman/Kardon
Arkhamays

CD Player

Front USB port

Type A and Type C
2 Type C

Gesture Controls

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Phone Controls

Steering Audio Controls

USB Input

Video Player

Voice Commands

Alexa
Google Assistant

Speakers

16
6

Display

12.3-inch Touchscreen
10.1-inch Touchscreen

Inbuilt Music App

Connected Car Features

In Car Payment

Find My Car

Phone App

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

Live Location Sharing

Remote Engine Start/Stop

Service Reminder Via App

Vehicle Tracking Via App

Remote AC On / Off via App

Live Traffic Updates On App

Tow Away Alert

Alexa Compatibility

Auto Crash Alert

Emergency Call Button

Over the air (OTA) updates

Find and Book Parking Slot

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

Low Battery Warning

Location Based Services

Summon Mode

SOS Button

Google/Alexa connectivity

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

Check Vehicle Status via App

Digital Key

App Details

Anti Theft Immobilisation

E-Call & I-Call

Questions you may find useful

12w

I’m Kathir from Chennai. I have been following Autocar for many years, and it has always been interesting and useful, with clear explanations. I often recommend Autocar to others for reliable information, so thanks to the entire team! I currently drive a 2008 i10 1.2 Magna, and my wife drives a 2016 Grand i10 Asta automatic, which has now covered 92,000 km. We are planning to sell this car and buy a new automatic petrol car within a ₹20 lakh on-road budget. Earlier, choosing a car was easier, but now it feels more confusing. We like Hyundai cars but now, we are open to trying other brands. We have test-driven the Ertiga AT, Victoris AT, Creta AT, and Carens AT, and are also planning to test Volkswagen and Skoda models. I like the Sierra, Duster, and XUV 7XO, but I am not fully confident about buying them. I am also unsure whether to buy a new car or consider a used one. Please suggest both a new car option and advice on buying a used car.

Verified
12w

You are upgrading from a Grand i10 automatic and want something that is easy to drive, comfortable for family use and reliable for long-term ownership. The Creta ticks all those boxes. The IVT automatic is smooth and effortless in city driving, the ride is soft and comfortable which your family will appreciate, and Hyundai’s aftersales experience is something you are already familiar with. It also feels like a proper step up in space, comfort and overall refinement without being intimidating to drive.The Grand Vitara automatic is a good alternative if fuel efficiency is a priority. It is smooth and easy to drive, but the engine feels less responsive and overall it does not feel as premium or as refined as the Creta. The Ertiga and Carens Clavis are practical, but they are more MPV-focused and since you do not specifically need a third row, they are not the best fit.Cars like the Sierra, Duster and XUV 7XO are interesting, but your hesitation is valid. They are either new or evolving products, and compared to the Creta, they do not offer the same level of proven reliability and ownership peace of mind yet.

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