The Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Select variant has been launched in India. It is positioned below the AX5 trim and above the AX3 variant. The aim is to bring some luxury features down to this segment to attract a wider range of audience. Hence, it gets amenities from higher models while being offered at an affordable price point. In this post, I am comparing this new model with the AX5 in terms of specs, prices and features.
Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Select vs AX5 – Price Comparison
The AX5 Select has been launched at a price point of Rs 16.89 lakh for the petrol manual and Rs 17.49 lakh for the diesel manual. Note that these are ex-showroom prices and are valid for the 7-seat version. In comparison, the AX5 (7-seat) trim has a price tag of Rs 18.19 lakh for the petrol manual and Rs 18.79 lakh for the diesel manual. Hence, there is a significant difference of Rs 1.3 lakh between the two. That is a huge gap and makes for an attractive proposition for the buyers.
| Price Comparison | Petrol MT | Diesel MT |
| AX3 (5-seat) | Rs 16.39 lakh | Rs 16.99 lakh |
| AX5 Select (7-seat) | Rs 16.89 lakh | Rs 17.49 lakh |
| AX 5 (5-seat) | Rs 17.69 lakh | Rs 18.29 lakh |
| AX 5 (7-seat) | Rs 18.19 lakh | Rs 18.79 lakh |
Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Select vs AX5 – Specs
There are no differences between the two in terms of specifications. They continue to get the 2.0-litre mStallion turbo petrol engine which makes 200 hp and 380 Nm and a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel mill which churns out 155 hp with 360 Nm and 185 hp with 420 Nm (or 450 Nm with the automatic transmission) of peak power and torque, respectively. One could choose between either a 6-speed manual or an automatic transmission.
| Specs | XUV700 (P) | XUV700 (D) |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo Petrol | 2.2L Turbo Diesel |
| Power | 200 hp | 155 hp / 185 hp |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 360 Nm / 420 Nm (450 Nm with AT) |
| Transmission | 6MT / AT | 6MT / AT |
Features Comparison
The main aim of launching this new model is to offer features from the higher trims at this affordable price point. That is bound to attract more buyers. Let us take a look at the details of the amenities you will get in the new AX5 Select variant:
- Panoramic Sunroof (Skyroof)
- Dual 10.25-inch Infotainment and Driver’s Instrument Cluster
- In-built Navigation with Native Maps
- Adrenox with 75+ Connected Features
- Personalized Greeting and Safety Alerts
- Amazon Alexa Built-in
- Push Button Start
- Wireless Android Auto
- Wireless Apple CarPlay Compatibility
- AdrenoX Connect with 1-year free subscription
- 6 Speakers with Sound Staging
- 3rd row AC
- Tilt Adjustable Steering
- Adjustable headrest for all 4 window seats
- MicroHybrid Technology
- ISOFIX
- Electrically Adjustable ORVMs
The Mahindra XUV700 AX5 comes with all these features and additional:
- 17-inch Diamond Cut Alloy
- Latest Gen Electronic Stability Control
- LED Clear-View Headlamps
- Drive Mode
- Curtain Airbags for All Rows
- Front LED Sequential Turn Indicators
- Cornering Lamp
- Reverse Camera
- Cruise Control
- Fog Lamps
Our View
Now, Mahindra has launched this new variant of the XUV700 to entice more people. By offering premium features at affordable prices, the Indian auto giant wants to offer a value-for-money proposition. People who love these convenience features but don’t want to splurge huge cash will definitely opt for it. I suppose it is a great idea to reel in new customers with such special trims. How well the customers respond to this new variant remains to be seen.
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