{"id":56160,"date":"2025-08-27T18:15:51","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T12:45:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/?p=56160"},"modified":"2025-08-27T18:15:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T12:45:51","slug":"near-production-mahindra-xuv700-2026-facelift-seen-on-test-again","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/near-production-mahindra-xuv700-2026-facelift-seen-on-test-again\/","title":{"rendered":"Near-Production Mahindra XUV700 2026 Facelift Seen On Test Again"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"clean-word-content\"><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56170 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Near-Production-Mahindra-XUV700-2026-Facelift-Seen-On-Test-Again-cover.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV700 2026 Facelift\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Near-Production-Mahindra-XUV700-2026-Facelift-Seen-On-Test-Again-cover.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Near-Production-Mahindra-XUV700-2026-Facelift-Seen-On-Test-Again-cover-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Near-Production-Mahindra-XUV700-2026-Facelift-Seen-On-Test-Again-cover-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Near-Production-Mahindra-XUV700-2026-Facelift-Seen-On-Test-Again-cover-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Near-Production-Mahindra-XUV700-2026-Facelift-Seen-On-Test-Again-cover-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/span><\/p> <p style=\"font-size: 12px;\"><span class=\"font_reduse\">Image Source: Mad Auto Tech\/Instagram<\/span><\/p> <p><a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/mahindra-cars\">Mahindra<\/a> is continuing to test the updated version of the<a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/mahindra-cars\/xuv-700\"> XUV700<\/a> and once again a test vehicle of the facelifted SUV has been caught on camera. The camouflaged unit shows several design tweaks and hints at changes that could make it to the production ready model. The new SUV is expected to go on sale in the first few months of 2026 likely in the January March period.<\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Exterior Updates<\/span><\/b><\/h2> <p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56169 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exterior-Updates_.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV700 2026 Facelift exterior\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exterior-Updates_.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exterior-Updates_-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exterior-Updates_-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exterior-Updates_-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Exterior-Updates_-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><br \/> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The test model shows slimmer headlights compared to the current version. These lights now house two projector units, which should improve night visibility. The outgoing model uses reflector type LED lamps, so this will be a step forward. Along with the headlamp change the front grille also appears refreshed although the camouflage hides most of it. A new bumper design is expected as well with sharper lines for a sportier look.<\/span><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On the side, the SUV\u2019s shape is still the same. The flush-fitting door handles and overall stance remain unchanged. However, what stands out are the new alloy wheels. Two different designs were spotted, hinting that Mahindra may offer separate styles depending on the variant.<\/span><\/p>    <div id=\"ad-1778007608-dTq8aj-container\"\r\n         class=\"comman-ads-container\"\r\n         style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 970px; min-height: 50px; margin: 10px auto; display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; overflow: hidden;\">\r\n\r\n        <!-- Loader -->\r\n        <div class=\"comman-ads-loader\" style=\"position: absolute; top:0; left:0; width:100%; height:100%; display:flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; z-index:2;flex-direction: column;\">\r\n            <div style=\"width:32px; height:32px; border:3px solid #e5e7eb; border-top:3px solid #9ca3af; border-radius:50%; animation: spin 1s linear infinite;\"><\/div>\r\n            <span style=\"background-color: white;border: 1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius: 4px;padding: 2px 8px;font-size: 9px;color: #6b7280;font-weight: 600;letter-spacing: 1px;text-transform: uppercase;\">AD<\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- AdSense Ad -->\r\n        <ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n             id=\"ad-1778007608-dTq8aj\"\r\n             style=\"display:inline-block; width:970px; height:90px; background: transparent;\"\r\n             data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8418398772512966\"\r\n             data-ad-slot=\"1745023287\"><\/ins>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script>\r\n        (function(){\r\n            const container = document.getElementById('ad-1778007608-dTq8aj-container');\r\n            const ad = document.getElementById('ad-1778007608-dTq8aj');\r\n            const loader = container.querySelector('.comman-ads-loader');\r\n            const sizeWeb = [970, 90];\r\n            const sizeMobile = [320, 50];\r\n            const breakpoint = 768;\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Load AdSense script if not already loaded\r\n            if (!document.querySelector('script[src*=\"adsbygoogle\"]')) {\r\n                const script = document.createElement('script');\r\n                script.async = true;\r\n                script.src = 'https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js';\r\n                script.crossOrigin = 'anonymous';\r\n                script.setAttribute('data-ad-client', 'ca-pub-8418398772512966');\r\n                document.head.appendChild(script);\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Function to switch sizes based on viewport\r\n            function updateAdSize() {\r\n                const isMobile = window.innerWidth <= breakpoint;\r\n                const currentSize = isMobile ? sizeMobile : sizeWeb;\r\n                ad.style.width = currentSize[0] + 'px';\r\n                ad.style.height = currentSize[1] + 'px';\r\n                container.style.maxWidth = currentSize[0] + 'px';\r\n                container.style.height = currentSize[1] + 'px';\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            updateAdSize();\r\n            window.addEventListener('resize', updateAdSize);\r\n\r\n             \/\/ Push Ad with safety check\r\n            function pushAd() {\r\n                try {\r\n                    const uninitializedAds = document.querySelectorAll('.adsbygoogle:not([data-adsbygoogle-status])');\r\n                    if (uninitializedAds.length > 0) {\r\n                        (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n                    }\r\n                } catch(e) {\r\n                    console.warn('AdSense push failed', e);\r\n                    container.style.display = 'none'; \/\/ hide on error\r\n                }\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            pushAd();\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Check if ad loaded successfully\r\n            let checks = 0;\r\n            const interval = setInterval(() => {\r\n                const iframe = ad.querySelector('iframe');\r\n                if ((iframe && iframe.offsetHeight > 0) || ad.innerHTML.trim().length > 200) {\r\n                    loader.style.display = 'none'; \/\/ hide loader\r\n                    clearInterval(interval);\r\n                }\r\n                checks++;\r\n                if (checks > 16) { \/\/ after 8s hide\r\n                    loader.style.display = 'none';\r\n                    clearInterval(interval);\r\n                }\r\n            }, 1000);\r\n\r\n        })();\r\n    <\/script>\r\n\r\n    <style>\r\n        @keyframes spin { 100% { transform: rotate(360deg); } }\r\n    <\/style>\r\n     <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At the back, the SUV continues with a familiar layout. The tail lamps resemble the current ones but are expected to get a new internal LED pattern. A slightly reworked rear bumper is also expected to be part of the facelift package.<\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Interior And Features<\/span><\/b><\/h2> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the biggest highlights of the facelift will be the new 12.3-inch triple-display setup, similar to what is seen in the <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/mahindra-cars\/xev-9e\">XEV 9e<\/a>. This setup will combine the instrument cluster, infotainment unit, and a passenger-side screen into a single panel for a modern look.<\/span><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Other additions could include rear ventilated seats and an extra wireless charging pad. These features are becoming common among rivals, so it makes sense for Mahindra to include them. The facelift, however, will continue to offer all the main features already available in the SUV:<\/span><\/p> <ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <li data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Panoramic sunroof<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">6-way power-adjustable driver\u2019s seat with memory function<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ventilated front seats<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dual-zone automatic climate control<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"8\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">12 speaker Sony audio system<\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safety Features<\/span><\/b><\/h2> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safety will remain a strong area for the SUV. The facelift is expected to carry forward the following features:<\/span><\/p> <ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <li data-aria-posinset=\"9\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">7 airbags (6 standard)<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"10\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Electronic Stability Control (ESC)<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"11\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Automatic headlamps<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"12\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">360 degree camera<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"13\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tyre Pressure Monitoring System <\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"14\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ISOFIX child seat mounts<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"15\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Electronic parking brake<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"16\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Advanced Driver Assistance Systems with functions like lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control and forward collision warning<\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Engine And Transmission<\/span><\/b><\/h2> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">There are no changes expected under the hood. The SUV should continue with the same engine options<\/span><\/p>    <div id=\"ad-1778007608-lZIC4s-container\"\r\n         class=\"comman-ads-container\"\r\n         style=\"position: relative; width: 100%; max-width: 728px; min-height: 50px; margin: 10px auto; display: flex; justify-content: center; align-items: center; overflow: hidden;\">\r\n\r\n        <!-- Loader -->\r\n        <div class=\"comman-ads-loader\" style=\"position: absolute; top:0; left:0; width:100%; height:100%; display:flex; align-items:center; justify-content:center; z-index:2;flex-direction: column;\">\r\n            <div style=\"width:32px; height:32px; border:3px solid #e5e7eb; border-top:3px solid #9ca3af; border-radius:50%; animation: spin 1s linear infinite;\"><\/div>\r\n            <span style=\"background-color: white;border: 1px solid #d1d5db;border-radius: 4px;padding: 2px 8px;font-size: 9px;color: #6b7280;font-weight: 600;letter-spacing: 1px;text-transform: uppercase;\">AD<\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <!-- AdSense Ad -->\r\n        <ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n             id=\"ad-1778007608-lZIC4s\"\r\n             style=\"display:inline-block; width:728px; height:90px; background: transparent;\"\r\n             data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8418398772512966\"\r\n             data-ad-slot=\"8897589148\"><\/ins>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <script>\r\n        (function(){\r\n            const container = document.getElementById('ad-1778007608-lZIC4s-container');\r\n            const ad = document.getElementById('ad-1778007608-lZIC4s');\r\n            const loader = container.querySelector('.comman-ads-loader');\r\n            const sizeWeb = [728, 90];\r\n            const sizeMobile = [320, 50];\r\n            const breakpoint = 768;\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Load AdSense script if not already loaded\r\n            if (!document.querySelector('script[src*=\"adsbygoogle\"]')) {\r\n                const script = document.createElement('script');\r\n                script.async = true;\r\n                script.src = 'https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js';\r\n                script.crossOrigin = 'anonymous';\r\n                script.setAttribute('data-ad-client', 'ca-pub-8418398772512966');\r\n                document.head.appendChild(script);\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Function to switch sizes based on viewport\r\n            function updateAdSize() {\r\n                const isMobile = window.innerWidth <= breakpoint;\r\n                const currentSize = isMobile ? sizeMobile : sizeWeb;\r\n                ad.style.width = currentSize[0] + 'px';\r\n                ad.style.height = currentSize[1] + 'px';\r\n                container.style.maxWidth = currentSize[0] + 'px';\r\n                container.style.height = currentSize[1] + 'px';\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            updateAdSize();\r\n            window.addEventListener('resize', updateAdSize);\r\n\r\n             \/\/ Push Ad with safety check\r\n            function pushAd() {\r\n                try {\r\n                    const uninitializedAds = document.querySelectorAll('.adsbygoogle:not([data-adsbygoogle-status])');\r\n                    if (uninitializedAds.length > 0) {\r\n                        (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n                    }\r\n                } catch(e) {\r\n                    console.warn('AdSense push failed', e);\r\n                    container.style.display = 'none'; \/\/ hide on error\r\n                }\r\n            }\r\n\r\n            pushAd();\r\n\r\n            \/\/ Check if ad loaded successfully\r\n            let checks = 0;\r\n            const interval = setInterval(() => {\r\n                const iframe = ad.querySelector('iframe');\r\n                if ((iframe && iframe.offsetHeight > 0) || ad.innerHTML.trim().length > 200) {\r\n                    loader.style.display = 'none'; \/\/ hide loader\r\n                    clearInterval(interval);\r\n                }\r\n                checks++;\r\n                if (checks > 16) { \/\/ after 8s hide\r\n                    loader.style.display = 'none';\r\n                    clearInterval(interval);\r\n                }\r\n            }, 1000);\r\n\r\n        })();\r\n    <\/script>\r\n\r\n    <style>\r\n        @keyframes spin { 100% { transform: rotate(360deg); } }\r\n    <\/style>\r\n     <ul style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <li data-aria-posinset=\"17\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2.0 litre turbo petrol engine producing 200 PS and 380 Nm, paired with 6 speed manual or 6-speed automatic gearbox<\/span><\/li> <li data-aria-posinset=\"18\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2.2 litre diesel engine available in two states of tune 155 PS with 360 Nm and 185 PS with up to 450 Nm. The diesel versions also come with both manual and automatic gearboxes with an all-wheel-drive option available in higher trims<\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Price And Competition<\/span><\/b><\/h2> <p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-56172 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Price-And-Competition_.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV700 2026 Facelift \" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Price-And-Competition_.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Price-And-Competition_-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Price-And-Competition_-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Price-And-Competition_-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Price-And-Competition_-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><br \/> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The current XUV700 is priced between Rs 19.64 lakh and Rs 25.14 lakh (ex showroom). The facelift is expected to launch in 2026 and will likely be priced slightly higher due to the added features and updated design<\/span><\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Once launched the facelift will continue to compete with <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/tata-cars\/safari\">Tata Safari<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/hyundai-cars\/alcazar\">Hyundai Alcazar<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/morris-garages-cars\/hector-plus\">MG Hector Plus<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/mahindra-cars\/scorpio-n\">Mahindra Scorpio N<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Image Source: Mad Auto Tech\/Instagram Mahindra is continuing to test the updated version of the XUV700 and once again a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":56171,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[11,19],"tags":[298,1051],"class_list":["post-56160","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all","category-popular-news","tag-mahindra","tag-mahindra-xuv-700-facelift"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56160","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/14"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=56160"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/56160\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/56171"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=56160"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=56160"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=56160"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}