{"id":68257,"date":"2026-01-13T08:30:43","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T03:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/?p=68257"},"modified":"2026-01-13T10:09:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T04:39:54","slug":"mahindra-xuv-7xo-3-reasons-to-buy-2-reasons-not-to","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/mahindra-xuv-7xo-3-reasons-to-buy-2-reasons-not-to\/","title":{"rendered":"Mahindra XUV 7XO : 3 Reasons To Buy, 2 Reasons Not To"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"clean-word-content\"><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-68266\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mahindra-XUV-7XO-_-3-Reasons-To-Buy-2-Reasons-Not-To-cover.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV 7XO : 3 Reasons To Buy, 2 Reasons Not To\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mahindra-XUV-7XO-_-3-Reasons-To-Buy-2-Reasons-Not-To-cover.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mahindra-XUV-7XO-_-3-Reasons-To-Buy-2-Reasons-Not-To-cover-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mahindra-XUV-7XO-_-3-Reasons-To-Buy-2-Reasons-Not-To-cover-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mahindra-XUV-7XO-_-3-Reasons-To-Buy-2-Reasons-Not-To-cover-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Mahindra-XUV-7XO-_-3-Reasons-To-Buy-2-Reasons-Not-To-cover-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/mahindra-cars\/xuv-7xo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Mahindra XUV 7XO<\/a> marks a new chapter for the Indian carmaker as its most premium SUV powered by traditional petrol and diesel engines. Priced between Rs 13.66 lakh and Rs 24.92 lakh ex showroom, this model builds on the XUV700\u2019s foundation but adds noticeable updates in design, cabin layout and mechanical tuning. With refreshed styling, improved suspension hardware and added technology, the XUV 7XO positions itself as a more refined and feature focused offering<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">However before making a buying decision, it is important to understand where this SUV excels and where it falls short<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mahindra XUV 7XO: Reasons To Buy<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. Strong And Refined Engine Options<\/span><\/b><\/h3> <p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-68263\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/ENGINE-42.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV 7XO Engine\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/ENGINE-42.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/ENGINE-42-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/ENGINE-42-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/ENGINE-42-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/ENGINE-42-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>One of the biggest strengths of the Mahindra XUV 7XO is its powerful and proven engine lineup. Mahindra has carried over the same petrol and diesel engines from the <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/mahindra-cars\/xuv700\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">XUV700<\/a> and they continue to impress<\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:502,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2.0 liter, 4 cylinder turbo petrol engine<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2.2 liter, 4 cylinder diesel engine<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li>Petrol engine produces 203 hp and 380 Nm<\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0d8\" data-font=\"Wingdings\" data-listid=\"13\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:502,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Wingdings&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0d8&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\">Diesel engine delivers 185 hp and 450 Nm<\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Both engines feel strong right from low engine speeds, which helps during city driving and highway overtakes. Refinement levels are also very good making long drives comfortable<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p>    <div id=\"ad-1776333001-EZaKwX-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-1776333001-EZaKwX\"\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-1776333001-EZaKwX-container');\r\n            const ad = document.getElementById('ad-1776333001-EZaKwX');\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 ? 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The manual version has a light clutch and shorter gearing which makes it easier to drive in traffic. Front wheel drive is standard while the diesel also offers an AWD option, adding more capability for rough roads<\/p> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Improved Ride Comfort And Stability<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-68261\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/comfort-6.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV 7XO Comfort\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/comfort-6.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/comfort-6-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/comfort-6-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/comfort-6-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/comfort-6-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>Another key reason to consider the Mahindra XUV 7XO is its noticeably better ride quality. <a href=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/mahindra-cars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mahindra<\/a> has upgraded the suspension setup with new DaVinci dampers, replacing the frequency selective dampers used in the XUV700<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These new dampers help the SUV absorb road bumps more smoothly and provide better control<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Low speed ride feels softer and more comfortable<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Broken roads are handled with ease<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">High speed stability remains strong<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SUV feels confident on highways<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p>Even though the XUV 7XO now runs on larger 19 inch wheels, ride comfort has improved. Around gentle curves, the SUV stays flat and stable. 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Feature-Loaded And Tech-Focused Cabin<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-68264\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/INTERIOR-84.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV 7XO Interior\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/INTERIOR-84.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/INTERIOR-84-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/INTERIOR-84-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/INTERIOR-84-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/INTERIOR-84-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>The Mahindra XUV 7XO offers one of the most feature rich cabins in its segment. The interior feels modern and premium with a strong focus on technology and comfort<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key features include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Triple 12.3 inch screens across the dashboard<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dual zone climate control<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Panoramic sunroof<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ventilated front seats<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Ventilated captain seats in 6-seat variants<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">16 speaker Harman Kardon sound system with Dolby Atmos<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Wireless charging pad<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"9\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Electronic parking brake with auto-hold<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safety and driver assistance are also a major highlight<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Level 2 ADAS features<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">540 degree camera system with top-down view<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For buyers who want a modern SUV packed with technology, the XUV 7XO delivers strongly<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Mahindra XUV 7XO: Reasons Not To Buy<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h2> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1. Third Row Is Not Comfortable For Adults<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-68294\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Third-Row-Is-Not-Comfortable-For-Adults.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV 7XO Third Row Is Not Comfortable For Adults\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Third-Row-Is-Not-Comfortable-For-Adults.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Third-Row-Is-Not-Comfortable-For-Adults-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Third-Row-Is-Not-Comfortable-For-Adults-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Third-Row-Is-Not-Comfortable-For-Adults-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Third-Row-Is-Not-Comfortable-For-Adults-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>While the first and second rows of the Mahindra XUV 7XO offer good space and comfort, the third row is a weak point<\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Best suited only for children<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Limited headroom for taller passengers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Knees-up seating position<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Second-row seatback feels too upright from the third row<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adults may feel uncomfortable during longer trips, especially if the third row is used regularly. This limits the XUV 7XO\u2019s appeal as a true seven seater for grown passengers<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Touch Heavy Controls Affect Ease Of Use<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/h3> <p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-68295\" src=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Touch-Heavy-Controls-Affect-Ease-Of-Use.webp\" alt=\"Mahindra XUV 7XO Touch Heavy Controls Affect Ease Of Use\" width=\"1080\" height=\"540\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Touch-Heavy-Controls-Affect-Ease-Of-Use.webp 1080w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Touch-Heavy-Controls-Affect-Ease-Of-Use-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Touch-Heavy-Controls-Affect-Ease-Of-Use-1024x512.webp 1024w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Touch-Heavy-Controls-Affect-Ease-Of-Use-768x384.webp 768w, https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/Touch-Heavy-Controls-Affect-Ease-Of-Use-150x75.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p> <p>The advanced technology inside the Mahindra XUV 7XO also brings some usability concerns especially in higher variants<\/p> <ul> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">HVAC controls are integrated into the touchscreen<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Driver may need to look away from the road to adjust settings<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Infotainment system interface feels confusing at first<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Touch-based center console controls can be inconsistent<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Other small issues include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Privacy filter on the passenger screen works well in daylight but not at night<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Power window switches operate in reverse motion, which may feel unnatural<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/li> <\/ul> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These issues do not break the experience but do reduce overall convenience<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p> <p>The Mahindra XUV 7XO stands out with its strong engines, improved suspension comfort and a long list of features. It feels refined, powerful, and well suited for highway travel and family use. However, limited third row comfort and touch heavy controls are clear drawbacks<\/p> <p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If performance, ride quality and technology matter more to you than third row space and physical buttons, the XUV 7XO makes strong sense<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\"> <\/span><\/p><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Mahindra XUV 7XO marks a new chapter for the Indian carmaker as its most premium SUV powered by traditional [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":68267,"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],"tags":[298,617,561,1599],"class_list":["post-68257","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all","tag-mahindra","tag-pros-cons","tag-suv-cars","tag-xuv-7xo"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/68257","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\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=68257"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/68257\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":68296,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/68257\/revisions\/68296"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/68267"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=68257"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=68257"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/caronphone.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=68257"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}