Mahindra starts pre-bookings for all-new XUV 7XO ahead of January launch

Mahindra & Mahindra has announced pre-bookings for its new luxury SUV, the XUV 7XO, even before its official launch on January 5, 2026. The first buyers of the SUV will be able to book it by paying a booking amount of Rs 21,000 at 12 pm on December 15, 2025, thus getting an early place in the delivery list.

The company is allowing customers of the XUV 7XO the option to pick their favorite dealer, power source, and type of transmission when they are making the reservation. The car will be offered in 2 different fuels i.e., gasoline and diesel with the choice of manual or automatic transmission.

Legacy of XUV700, now reimagined

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Built on the success of the XUV700 — which sold over 3 lakh units in just four years — the XUV 7XO aims to raise the bar in design, technology, comfort and performance. Mahindra is positioning it as the next big benchmark in the premium SUV segment, crafted “to inspire and engineered to excite.”

The rebranding marks a major update for the popular XUV700, which first launched in 2021. Mahindra recently confirmed that the updated model will now be called XUV 7XO, with pre-bookings opening on December 15 and the launch following on January 5.

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Engine options expected to remain unchanged

The current XUV700 is offered with two engines — a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol producing 197hp and 380Nm, and a 2.2-litre diesel available in two states of tune. These engines are likely to continue on the XUV 7XO, along with the popular AWD option. Diesel variants are expected to remain strong demand drivers.

The existing XUV700 is priced between Rs 13.65 lakh and Rs 25.14 lakh (ex-showroom), and the new model is expected to remain in a similar bracket with possible minor adjustments.

Fresh design cues inspired by XEV 9S

The 7XO is expected to showcase some of the design language seen on Mahindra’s new electric SUV, the XEV 9S. Official teasers indicate a sharper and more muscular stance while retaining the familiar silhouette of the XUV700.

The major changes in the exterior are predicted to be:

• A bigger and a bolder grille
• More stylish LED projector headlamps
• A new front bumper design
• Alloy wheels of a new design
• New tail-lamps with LED signatures
• The changes are going to make the SUV more modern and premium in terms of road presence.

One of the most awaited SUV launches for the year 2026 is the Mahindra XUV 7XO, it is a mix of a reliable platform and a new face and modern styling. The timer starts now as the pre-booking opens this week.