Auto News of the Week- SUVs, Facelifts, and a Stylish Convertible Make Headlines in India
This week in Indian auto news, major updates and launches grabbed attention, including the confirmation of Mahindra's XUV 7XO facelift, set for a January 2026 launch, and Tata's pricing for the 2025 Sierra, which combines retro design with modern features.
Mahindra XUV 7XO: New Teaser Reveals Design Cues Ahead Of Pre-Bookings
The Mahindra XUV 7XO is moving closer to its launch and the company has shared a fresh teaser that reveals several new design touches. Mahindra will open pre bookings for the updated SUV at noon on 15 December and the price to reserve one has been set at Rs 21,000.
Mahindra SUVs Year-End Discounts December 2025 – Up To Rs 4 Lakh
With the year coming to an end, the indigenous OEM, Mahindra is offering some hefty discounts on their cars and SUVs, The offers combine cash discounts, exchange bonuses and corporate benefits, and are available till the end of December as dealers clear current-year stock ahead of model year 2026 inventory.
Mahindra xuv 7xo to be launched on January 5 2026, teasers out!
The Mahindra XUV700 facelift now officially called XUV 7XO is set to mark a new era for Mahindra’s premium SUV lineup. Scheduled to debut globally on January 5, 2026 this SUV builds on the strong foundation of the XUV700, a model that has been extremely popular with over 3,00,000 units running on Indian roads in just over four years. The XUV 7XO represents both a technical and spiritual successor to the XUV700, aiming to offer a blend of modern design, advanced technology, improved comfort and strong performance
Mahindra Records 19% YoY Growth in November 2025; SUV Sales Jump 22%
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. delivered a strong sales performance in November 2025 registering robust growth across multiple segments. The company sold 56,336 passenger vehicles including SUVs and utility vehicles marking a 22% year on year increase from 46,222 units in November 2024.
2026 Mahindra Scorpio N Facelift Spotted Testing With New Design Updates
While Mahindra is making significant progress in the electric car segment with its Electric Origin SUVs, the company is also focused on improving its conventional internal combustion engine vehicles. In the mid size SUV segment Mahindra has strong contenders with the XUV700 (which may be renamed as XUV7XO after the facelift) and the Scorpio lineup including both the Classic and N models
Mahindra XEV 9S Base Variant – Price, Features, Battery Pack And More
The Mahindra XEV 9S base variant enters the mid size electric SUV market with a price tag of ₹19.95 lakh (ex showroom). This model sits below the XEV 9E, which starts at ₹21.90 lakh making the 9S a more value friendly option for buyers looking for a premium EV without a high entry cost
Mahindra XEV 9e Gets Benefits Of Up To Rs 3.80 Lakh In December 2025
Mahindra XEV 9e is available with offers and benefits of upto Rs 3.80 Lakh in December 2025. The discounts are structured variant-wise and include consumer schemes, loyalty/exchange bonuses, corporate benefits, and in some cases, even complimentary PPF and extended warranty packages.
Mahindra BE 6 Gets Benefits Of Up To Rs 2.50 Lakh This December
Mahindra BE 6 is available with offers and benefits of upto Rs 2.50 Lakh in December 2025. The substantial discounts and benefits are structured and vary by variant, including consumer schemes, loyalty bonuses, corporate offers, and specific package deals.
Mahindra XEV 9S Pack TWO Above Mid-spec Explained In Detail
The Mahindra XEV 9S Pack TWO Above sits between the entry level Pack ONE Above and the higher Pack THREE trims. It keeps all the useful features of the lower variant and adds several upgrades that improve everyday comfort, safety and technology. Buyers can pick between 70 kWh and 79 kWh battery packs making the SUV suitable for both city travel and highway movement
Cars under Rs 10 Lakh With 5-star Safety rating from Bharat NCAP
Safety has taken center stage for car buyers in India. For many car buyers in India, especially families, safety is no longer just an add-on, it’s a necessity. A well-built, secure vehicle not only protects those inside but also lowers risks for others on the road, thanks to improved crash protection and pedestrian-friendly designs.
Mahindra XEV 9S Base Model Features Explained!
Mahindra has recently launched XEV 9S. The all-electric 7-seater SUV is built on the company's dedicated INGLO platform. The base model of the Mahindra XEV 9S is the Pack One Above 59kWh variant is priced at an ex-showroom price of Rs 19.95 lakh. Although it shares most of its components with the XEV 9E, the Mahindra XEV 9S is priced more aggressively than the former which comes at a starting price of Rs 21.90 lakh (ex-showroom).