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Mahindra XUV700 vs Mazda CX-8 Comparison

Mahindra XUV700

Mazda CX-8

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2025 Mahindra

XUV700

vs

2025 Mazda

CX-8

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CarExpert Rating

CarExpert Rating

Good

Read the 2025 Mahindra XUV700 AX7L review

This rating has been converted from our previous rating system. Read about our new review ratings.

Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

CarExpert Rating

Very Good

This rating has been converted from our previous rating system. Read about our new review ratings.

Excellent

An outstanding car in almost every way. A joy to drive, packed with great features, and highly recommended.

Very Good

A well-rounded car that's enjoyable to drive, offers great value or features, and is easy to recommend.

Good

A solid choice that does most things well. Comfortable, capable, and worth considering in this segment.

Average

Meets the standard for this segment. May not stand out, but still a dependable and reasonable option.

Below Average

Falls a bit behind others in the segment, but still passes safety checks and may suit specific needs or budgets.

Based on the Mahindra XUV700 AX7L

Based on the Mazda CX-8

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Long distance driving

Fuel Efficiency

60L

498 km

72L - 74L

432 to 599 km

Warranty

7 year
warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$39,990 - $43,990

$42,810 - $72,160

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CarExpert's Take

Josh Nevett

Deputy Marketplace Editor

Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Space for seven adults
Black upholstery is less divisive
Punchy four-cylinder turbo engine

Misses

Awkward ergonomics
Not great to drive
Slow, glitchy tech

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Colours Available

The XUV700 is available in the following colours:

Everest White
Midnight Black
Dazzling Silver
Red Rage
Electric Blue
Napoli Black (Black Edition only)

Reviews

2025 Mahindra XUV700 AX7L review

2025 Mahindra XUV700 AX7L review

The cheapest seven-seat SUV on the market has been updated for 2025, strengthening an already intriguing value proposition.

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Specs

Type
TURBO PETROL DIRECT INJECTION, TURBO		TURBO DIESEL COMMON RAIL, PETROL DIRECT INJECTION
Size (cc)
1997		2191 - 2488
Size (L)
2.0L		2.2L, 2.5L
Cylinders
4		4
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
16		16
Power
149kW		140kW
Power RPM
5000		4500 - 6000
Torque
380Nm		252Nm - 450Nm
Torque RPM
1750		2000 - 4000
Bore Stroke
92		94.3 - 100
Compression Ratio
-		-

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