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The facelifted Mahindra XUV700 is expected to launch early next year while the XEV 7e, XUV 3XO based EV and BE Rall-E are amongst the commonly spotted test mules
Mahindra & Mahindra has been testing a slew of new models across India as it looks to expand its ICE and electric portfolios. Recently, we have seen a pattern as the existing IC-engined SUVs have been receiving mid-cycle updates. The three-door Thar, Bolero and Bolero Neo are the prime examples and the strategy will stay put in the near future.
The homegrown manufacturer has been spotted testing the facelifted XUV 700 as well multiple times in recent times. It is expected to launch early next year with notable revisions inside and out. However, its existing powertrain options: the 2.2L mHawk diesel and the 2.0L mStallion petrol units will continue with same transmission choices.
Judging by the test mules, the 2026 Mahindra XUV 700 appears to draw plenty of inspiration from the XUV.e8 concept unveiled a while ago. It will, in turn, give rise to a three-row electric SUV which will also be based on the XUV 700 and we will come back to it later. The front fascia of the ICE XUV 700 facelift features a redesigned bumper and reworked headlamp clusters.
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The SUV retains its flush door handles from the current model while the side profile appears largely unchanged but a new alloy wheel design will be part of the package. Although the overall proportions and glasshouse will likely stay the same, a few new exterior colour options are expected to spice things up.
The rear could also gain new tail lamps and bumper. The features list will likely boast a triple screen layout, more upscale surface trims, a suite of more advanced Level 2 ADAS tech and more. The XEV 7e will be amongst the next set of EVs heading to showrooms and it could utilise the battery packs found in the well received XEV 9e and BE 6.
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It could be introduced in the coming months. The BE 6 based Rall-E, a more hardcore off-road version, and the XUV 3XO compact SUV based zero-emission model could also arrive within the next year and a half. Mahindra showcased as many as four new concepts and a brand new platform in August. The Vision S concept based baby Scorpio has also been caught on camera doing trials but its launch is only likely in 2027.
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