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The MahindraXUV700 remains unchanged for the 2025 model year, apart from a new, blacked-out model to sit atop the range.
Mahinda’s new flagship model for the seven-seat SUV lineup, the Black Edition, brings not only a stealthier appearance but also extra equipment not currently featured elsewhere in the local range.
The other two variants – the AX7 and AX7 L – both remain unchanged in terms of pricing and specifications.

The XUV700 is a unibody SUV with seven seats and front-wheel drive, and it’s offered only with petrol power in Australia.
That’s in contrast with the similarly sized Scorpio, which is a six-seat, body-on-frame, diesel-powered SUV.
The XUV700 uses McPherson strut front suspension and a multi-link setup at the rear, with frequency-selective damping.
Unlike the Scorpio, it also features a range of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), including autonomous emergency braking (AEB), adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, Smart Pilot Assist, and traffic sign recognition.
| Model | Drive-away pricing |
|---|---|
| 2025 Mahindra XUV700 AX7 | $36,990 |
| 2025 Mahindra XUV700 AX7 L | $39,990 |
| 2025 Mahindra XUV700 Black Edition | $43,990 |

| Mahindra XUV700 | |
|---|---|
| Engine type | 2.0L turbocharged 4cyl |
| Transmission | 6-speed auto |
| Drive type | Front-wheel drive |
| Power | 149kW @ 5000rpm |
| Torque | 380Nm @ 1750rpm |
| Fuel tank capacity | 60L |
| Fuel economy | 8.3L/100km |
| Fuel type | 91 RON unleaded petrol |
| Braked towing capacity | 1500kg |
| Unbraked towing capacity | 750kg |
| Mahindra XUV700 | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4695mm |
| Width | 1890mm |
| Height | 1755mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750mm |
| Ground clearance | 196mm |
| Tare mass | 1829kg – AX7 1835kg – AX7 L, Black Edition |
Mahindra doesn’t quote any boot capacities for the XUV700.
The Mahindra XUV700 is backed by a seven-year, 150,000km warranty with seven years of roadside assist.

Servicing is required every 12 months or 10,000km, whichever comes first.
Mahindra offers capped-price servicing for four years, with prices detailed below.
| Service interval | Service price |
|---|---|
| 12 month/10,000km | $357 |
| 24 month/20,000km | $357 |
| 36 month/30,000km | $563 |
| 48 month/40,000km | $504 |
| Average annual service cost | $445.25 |
| Total | $1781 |
The Mahindra XUV700 has yet to be assessed by ANCAP.

The following safety equipment is standard:
The AX7L gains:
With the addition of the Black Edition, there are now three trim levels available.




The AX7 comes standard with the following equipment:
The AX7L adds:


The Black Edition adds:
The XUV700 is available in the following colours, all with white interior trim as standard:





There’s no extra charge for metallic paint.
The Black Edition is available in Napoli Black with black interior trim exclusively.

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Max Davies is a CarExpert journalist with a background in regional media, with a passion for Japanese brands and motorsport.


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