Mahindra’s premium SUV, the XUV700, has been a runaway success since its launch in August 2021. But like every model, it’s undergoing evolution—some trims are being quietly (and not-so-quietly) discontinued. Here’s what’s changing in 2025 and what it means for current and prospective buyers.
There were many rumors for the launch of next generation of XUV700 in the 2025, but Mahindra did not said anything about the launch officially. But there is a new update about this car that Mahindra XUV700 which used to come in 3 seating configuration i.e. 5 seater, 6 seater, and 7 seater. Now XUV700 is discontinued in 5 seater configuration across all the variants.
1. Farewell to the 5‑Seater Variants of XUV700
One of the XUV700’s standout offerings was its 5-seater layout featuring in the middle row—a luxury crossover between family and corporate needs. Mahindra recently discontinued all 5-seater variants in both petrol and diesel options. This will mean that XUV700 will only be available in 6-seater and 7-seater configurations. This has led to increase in the starting prices of XUV700 to 14.49 lakhs (ex-showroom) which was earlier at Rs 13.99 lakhs (ex-showroom).
Why it happened:
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Reportedly due to buyer preference—most opted for the traditional 7-seat layout.
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Mahindra likely made a strategic shift to simplify the lineup and focus production on what sells best .
If you were eyeing the higher boot capacity, you should know they’re no longer being produced new—available stock is the only option now.
2. Why Discontinuations & Deletions Matter
Impact on Buyers:
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Current owners of 5-seater XUV700s already on road are unaffected—but those considering new purchases will only find them in 6- or 7-seat configurations.
After-sales dynamics:
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Discontinued trims may affect resale value, depending on how buyers perceive desirability,
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But we should also consider that rare discontinued variants with the 5-seater configuration could become collector-worthy
3. What’s Left? Still Fully Loaded XUV700
Key trims and features remain intact:
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6-seater layouts and 7-seater layouts in MX, AX5, AX7, AX7L
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Engines: 2.0 L turbo petrol and 2.2 L turbo diesel
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ADAS, dual 10.25″ screens, 7‑airbag protection, all-wheel-drive options
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Special Ebony/Blaze Edition luxury trims are still available and not affected
So if you’re aiming for the full XUV700 experience—tech, safety, and power—the key trims remain on sale.
4. What Should Prospective Buyers Know?
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No more 5-seater XUV700s—stick to 6- or 7-seat versions.
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Value of discontinued models: With limited remaining stock, certain variants may come with offers—but watch for inflated resale later.
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Keep an eye on future announcements—Mahindra may reintroduce trims, if the demand for the 5 seater trims increases.
Final Verdict
The XUV700 continues to be a top-tier SUV, but with certain variants discontinued , buyers should stay informed:
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5‑seater gone, so choose from 6‑seat or 7‑seat options.
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Main trims remain strong, including diesel/petrol, ADAS, Ebony Edition, and AWD options.
If you’re looking for the XUV700 with all bells and whistles, focus on verified features with your dealer and consider the MX/AX5/AX7/AX7L trims in 6-seat or 7-seat layout. For those who wanted the excusive 5-seater , act quickly—only existing stock remains.
Thinking of alternatives? The Tata Safari and MG Hector Plus may be worth a look.
Let me know if you’d like a comparison of XUV700 with other SUVs or want current on-road pricing and discounts.
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