Electric Majesty: Unveiling the XUV-700’s EV Heir — The Mahindra XEV 7e

Get ready for Mahindra’s electrifying leap with the XEV 7e, the all-electric kin of the ever-popular XUV700. Built on the brand’s dedicated INGLO skateboard platform, this 7-seater EV blends practicality with cutting-edge tech, aiming to redefine family SUVs in India.

Launch & Pricing

  • Expected Launch: Slated for late 2025, potentially around July or August. Some reports also hint at early 2026 availability.
  • Estimated Price: Positioned in the ₹21 lakh to ₹30 lakh (ex-showroom) bracket, a sweet spot for premium yet accessible EVs.

Powertrain & Range

  • Available with two battery pack options59 kWh and 79 kWh, mirroring setups in Mahindra’s BE 6 and XEV 9e.
  • Claiming an impressive up to ~650 km on a single charge, though conservative estimates place it between 600–650 km.

Design & Interior

  • Exterior: Echoes the XUV700’s bold silhouette with EV-specific tweaks — closed grille, inverted L-shaped DRLs, aerodynamic bumpers, and bespoke alloys.
  • Interior: A high-tech, three-screen cockpit spreads across infotainment, digital instrument cluster, and passenger display. Dual-tone upholstery, illuminated logo on the two-spoke steering wheel, panoramic sunroof, and ambient lighting add flair.

Comfort & Convenience

  • Seating: Offers flexibility with 6- or 7-seat layouts, including optional second-row captain chairs for enhanced comfort.
  • Premium Touches: Ventilated front seats, powered memory-adjustable driver’s seat, panoramic sunroof, powered tailgate, and immersive Harman-Kardon audio setup (as per leaked reports).

Safety & ADAS

  • Comes loaded with Level-2 ADAS, featuring adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane assist, blind-spot monitoring, and auto high-beam.
  • Safety kit includes up to 7 airbags360-degree camera, ABS with EBD, electronic parking brake (EPB), parking sensors, TPMS, seat-belt reminder, and ESP.

AspectHighlightsLaunchLate 2025 – early 2026Price₹21–30 lakh (ex-showroom)RangeUp to ~650 km (79 kWh variant)Layout6/7 seats, captain chairs optionCabin FeaturesTriple-screen, premium audio, sunroofSafetyL2 ADAS suite, 7 airbags, 360° camera

The Mahindra XEV 7e stands poised to be a game-changer—melding the rugged charm of the XUV700 with futuristic EV tech and comfort. It aspires to offer class-leading range, generous space, and advanced safety at a competitive price point. Keep an eye on this as Mahindra powers into a bold electric future.

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