GaadiWaadi –
Mahindra’s newfound push for premium SUVs in the recent years has significantly elevated its brand image, and there’s more to come
Mahindra plans to launch seven ICE SUVs and five BEVs by 2030, and many of these would be higher-end products. Among the new premium launches next year will be the new Mahindra Thar, the new Mahindra XUV700, and the Mahindra XEV 7e.
1. New Mahindra Thar
Introduced in 2020, the second-generation Mahindra Thar has seen phenomenal success, but it’s well overdue for a facelift now. However, product lifecycles are typically longer for ladder-frame SUVs, and seeing the current model still doing well, Mahindra will take around a year more to replace it with the facelifted version.
Codenamed W515, the new Thar will follow in the footsteps of the larger Thar Roxx. A similar new radiator grille with double vertical slots, LED headlamps with a C-shaped DRL, revised bumper, new alloy wheels, etc. are among the expected exterior changes. The interior, too, could somewhat mirror the Thar Roxx, featuring a new steering wheel, a larger, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, and a sunroof (hard-top-only). The new Thar is unlikely to have any mechanical changes.
Also Read: Mahindra XEV 9e, BE 6 Pack Two With 79 kWh Battery Launched At Rs. 21.90 Lakh
2. New Mahindra XUV700
The new Mahindra XUV 700 will be a facelifted version of the current model launched in 2021. Spy shots indicate it will feature tweaked headlamps with dual U-shaped clusters, a new six-slot radiator grille, revised bumpers, and new rear reflectors among other exterior changes, possibly including new 18-inch alloy wheels.
Inside, the facelifted XUV700 could have some major changes to the dashboard design, including the incorporation of a triple-screen setup like the XEV 9e, as well as a new colour scheme. No mechanical changes are expected in this model either. Mahindra is likely to launch the new XUV700 within a year.
Also Read: Mahindra Vision S Concept Teased, Scorpio Electric Debut On Aug 15?
3. Mahindra XEV 7e
The aforementioned facelift ICE SUVs are likely to be preceded by a first-ever Mahindra XEV 7e, essentially a Mahindra XEV 9e in an SUV format similar to the Mahindra XUV700. Unlike the SUV-coupe, the SUV, which will have a silhouette similar to the XUV700, will offer three-row seating.
The XEV 7e is likely to be offered with the same 170 kW (228 hp)/380 Nm and 210 kW (282 hp)/380 Nm rear motor and 59 kWh and 79 kWh LFP battery pack options as the XEV 9e. Expect it to hit 0 to 100 km/h as quickly as close to 7 seconds and deliver a range of up to around 600 km. Expect Mahindra to offer the XEV 7e with a frunk, a gesture-controlled power tailgate, adaptive suspension, a 12.3-inch passenger touchscreen, AutoPark, and various other premium features similar to the XEV 9e.
The post Mahindra XEV 7e, Thar & XUV700 Facelifts Arriving Soon – Key Details appeared first on Gaadiwaadi.com – Latest Car & Bike News by Team GaadiWaadi.