So finally, it’s happening. Mahindra is bringing out the Mahindra XUV700 Electric. Honestly, I was a bit excited. After 10 years of watching SUVs hit Indian roads, seeing a big EV from Mahindra feels different. Bold. Risky. And yeah, a little nerve-wracking too
The company says 500 km range. And I remember, XUV300 EV promised 350 km, real world barely touched 280 km. So I am skeptical. But maybe they have learned. Maybe this time the Mahindra XUV700 Electric really delivers
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Looks and Feel
First glance, it looks like Mahindra. Strong stance, sharp lines, but smoother edges hinting it’s electric too. I spoke with the showroom guy. Seedha bola usne, "Sir, this is not just an EV, it’s a statement." I smiled. But my mind was thinking EVs can look good, but will the Mahindra XUV700 Electric punch under the hood
Design isn’t revolutionary. Smart though. They kept what works. I remember my last EV test, infotainment froze constantly. Hope Mahindra XUV700 Electric doesn’t repeat that
Power and Real World Performance
Mahindra talks 300 horsepower, fast charging, dual motor setup. Sounds good. But my friend’s Chinese EV had dual motors, 350 km range on paper, barely 280 km in reality. Indian roads are tough. Heat, traffic, potholes. Mahindra XUV700 Electric has to survive all this
One thing I liked in early tests: regenerative braking felt natural. City driving becomes easier. Small detail, but matters. Trust me, after driving EVs in Delhi traffic, bearable is praise
Tech and Software
Mahindra XUV700 Electric comes with connected tech, smart dashboards, AI features. Sounds exciting. But story time, old XUV300 EV nav rerouted me through mud. I laughed first, then cursed. So cautious optimism only
Insider told me battery management improved. Faster charging without degrading battery. Engineer said, let’s see in Mumbai heat. Real world is brutal. If Mahindra XUV700 Electric holds up, it could be a game changer. Else, just another flashy toy
Pricing and Market
Price will likely be higher than petrol XUV700 trims. Urban buyers might like it. Tier-2 cities? Skeptical. People still care rupees per kilometer more than tech bragging rights. Dealer told me, "In India EVs are cool in talk, not in wallets." Harsh but true
Insider Verdict
Let me say it straight, Mahindra XUV700 Electric feels serious, not token. Design, tech, SUV DNA. But Indian roads are cruel, charging is patchy, patience thin. Excited but cautious. EV war in India is trust, reliability, real-world endurance. That’s the real test
Keep an eye. Mahindra XUV700 Electric might surprise. Or give stories to laugh and cringe at. Either way, after a decade with SUVs and EVs in India.