Mahindra XUV 7XO AX Base Model Explained
The is the cheapest 7X0 model you can buy starting April
By Salil Kumar
Published January 6, 2026
Table of Contents
- Exterior
- Interior
- Infotainment
- Safety
- Engine and Powertrain
- Pricing and Availability
| Mahindra XUV 7XO AX | Details |
|---|---|
| Exterior | Bi LED projector headlamps with DRLs, clear lens LED tail lamps, follow me headlamps, piano black cladding, smart door handles, roof rails, rear spoiler and shark fin antenna. The AX rides on R17 steel wheels with full sized wheel covers, focusing on durability and everyday usability. |
| Interior | Practical and family friendly cabin with front armrest and storage, rear center armrest with cup holder, day and night IRVM, rear AC vents for second and third rows, 6 way manual driver seat adjustment and height adjustable driver and co driver seat belts. Convenience features include push button start, electric power steering, steering mounted controls and all four power windows with one touch down for the driver. |
| Infotainment | Coast to coast triple 31.24 cm HD screens powered by Intelligent ADRENOX, paired with a 6 speaker audio system. It supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Alexa built in with ChatGPT and smartwatch connectivity. Charging options include front Type C 65W and Type A USB, rear Type C 15W USB and a 3rd row 12V charging port. |
| Safety | Six airbags covering driver, co driver, side and curtain airbags till the third row. Electronic stability control with 17 features including ABS and EBD, along with traction control, hill hold control and hill descent control. ISOFIX child seat mounts and tyre position display add further safety support. |
| Engine and Powertrain | Offered only with manual gearboxes. The 2.0 litre turbo petrol produces 197 bhp and 380 Nm, while the 2.2 litre diesel delivers 182 hp and 450 Nm. Micro hybrid technology is standard, and diesel variants get drive modes including Zip, Zap, Zoom and Custom. |
| Pricing and Availability | Available only in a 7 seater configuration. Petrol manual is priced at Rs 13.66 lakh, while the diesel manual costs Rs 14.96 lakh. From April onwards |
Exterior
The AX variant of the Mahindra XUV 7XO presents a clean and functional design while still looking modern. It features bi LED projector headlamps with DRLs, clear lens LED tail lamps and follow me headlamps for better visibility. Piano black cladding, smart door handles, roof rails and a rear spoiler add visual appeal, while the shark fin antenna completes the look.
It rides on R17 steel wheels with full sized wheel covers, keeping durability and cost efficiency in focus.
Interior
Inside, the AX offers a practical and comfortable cabin for families. Highlights include smart door handles, a front armrest with storage, rear center armrest with cup holder and day and night IRVM. Comfort is enhanced with rear AC vents for the second and third rows, height adjustable driver and co driver seat belts and a 6 way manual driver seat adjustment.
Convenience features like push button start, electric power steering, steering mounted controls and all four power windows add everyday ease.
Infotainment
he AX variant is well equipped on the technology front with coast to coast triple 31.24 cm HD screens powered by Intelligent ADRENOX. It gets a 6 speaker audio system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Alexa built in with ChatGPT and smartwatch connectivity.
Charging options include front Type C 65W and Type A USB ports, a rear Type C 15W USB and a 3rd row 12V charging port, making it suitable for long journeys.
Safety
Safety is a strong point for the AX. It comes with six airbags covering the driver, co driver, side and curtain airbags up to the third row. Electronic stability control with 17 features including ABS and EBD is standard, along with traction control, hill hold control and hill descent control.
ISOFIX mounts for child seats and features like tyre position display further enhance peace of mind for family buyers.
Also Read- Mahindra XUV 7XO All Variants Explained
Engine and Powertrain
The AX is offered exclusively with manual gearboxes. The 2.0 litre turbo petrol engine delivers 197 bhp and 380 Nm of torque, while the 2.2 litre diesel produces 182 hp and 450 Nm. Both engines offer strong performance, supported by micro hybrid technology for improved efficiency. Diesel variants also get multiple drive modes including Zip, Zap, Zoom and Custom.
Pricing and Availability
The Mahindra XUV 7XO AX is available only in a 7 seater configuration. Pricing starts at Rs 13.66 lakh for the petrol manual, while the diesel manual is priced at Rs 14.96 lakh. The pricing is for first 40,000 units only and the cars will be available form April onwards
Source- Actual images from Mahindra Configurator
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