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XUV700 vs Harrier — XUV700 is cheapest at ₹13.66L. XUV700 is quickest (9.1s 0–100). XUV700 leads on safety (5★ NCAP).

What the numbers say

Mahindra XUV700

₹13.66L–₹25.00L

Tata Motors Harrier

₹14.99L–₹26.00L

Real-world mileage

11.5 vs 12.1 km/l

Engine power

200 vs 170 PS

Tata Motors Harrier is the stronger all-round pick on DriveScope's scored axes (4-1). Estimated 5-year ownership cost is nearly identical, so variant choice matters more. The clearest difference is space, where Harrier leads.

What we recommend

Tata Motors Harrier leads on more scored axes (4–1). On estimated 5-year ownership (Delhi, 12,000 km/yr), Neither (near-parity) is cheaper by about ₹0.01L.

  • AChoose the Mahindra XUV700 if you prioritise performance and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: 200 PS petrol / 185 PS diesel muscle
  • BChoose the Tata Motors Harrier if you prioritise space and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: 5-star BNCAP adult and child

How they compare on six buying factors~ preview

XUV700 (PETROL)
Harrier (DIESEL)

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Spec
XUV700 (PETROL)
XUV700 (PETROL)
Harrier (DIESEL)
Harrier (DIESEL)
Price
Ex-showroom₹13.66L₹14.99L
5-yr total ~₹15.10L₹14.40L
Engine
Engine size1997 cc1956 cc
Power200 PS170 PS
Torque380 Nm350 Nm
TransmissionMTMT
Mileage
Claimed mileage (official)13.0 km/l16.8 km/l
Real-world mileage (est.)~9.4 km/l~12.1 km/l
Performance
0–100 km/h9.1 s9.7 s
Braking 100–042.5 m42.5 m
Safety
Safety rating (GNCAP)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Space & Size
Boot space408 L445 L
Ground clearance200 mm205 mm
Wheelbase2750 mm2741 mm
Weight
Kerb weight1750 kg1700 kg

What owners say

Consensus Summary

What owners say

Aggregated themes from hundreds of discussions across Reddit, Team-BHP, and direct owner reports.

Performance value

Owners call the 200 PS petrol and 185 PS diesel unmatched performance-per-rupee in India.

ADAS pioneer

Level-2 ADAS works well on highways but false braking events on Indian roads spook some owners.

Waiting & delivery

Long waits and delivery-time price changes frustrated many early bookers.

Space & comfort

Genuine 7-seater comfort and a composed highway ride make it the family favourite.

Raw Voices

Owner Review Database

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3.4

Average rating

41

Total reviews

POS 49%NEG 27%
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Showing 5 of 41 matching reviews

u/practical_buyerDriveScope Verified Owner
★★★☆☆• 1 month ago
dieselMT
▲ 13

The diesel mileage is good (around 14 km/l in city, 19 on highway), but the price gap between petrol and diesel variants is hard to justify unless your monthly running is over 1500 km.

u/daily_commuter_blrMouthShut
★★★★☆• 6 months ago
petrolMT
▲ 9

Very practical family car. Cabin space is class-leading, dashboard layout is clean, and the panoramic sunroof makes the interior feel huge. Service costs are predictable too.

u/highway_cruiserReddit
★★★★★• 3 weeks ago
dieselAT
▲ 123

Driven my diesel XUV700 for 15,000 km now. Absolutely zero issues. The highway fuel efficiency is crazy, easily getting 800+ km tank range.

u/headlight_testerMouthShut
★★☆☆☆• 2 years ago
petrolAT
▲ 10

Quality of interior plastics is a letdown for a car costing this much. There are annoying creaks from the dashboard and door pads when going over rough roads. Service center couldn't fix it.

u/ncap_fanaticReddit
★★★★★• 3 months ago
dieselAT
▲ 276

If you do a lot of highway runs, the diesel is the default choice. The AT automatic gearbox matches the engine torque perfectly. Very refined and quiet cruiser.

Paraphrased reviews and raw online comments collected from public automotive forums.

See five-year running cost →

Buyer's guide & FAQs — XUV700 vs Harrier

Head-to-head · Formula-backed · Updated July 2026

Mahindra XUV700 vs Tata Motors Harrier

Quick answer

Tata Motors Harrier is the stronger all-round pick on DriveScope's scored axes (4-1). Estimated 5-year ownership cost is nearly identical, so variant choice matters more. The clearest difference is space, where Harrier leads.

Tata Motors Harrier leads on more scored axes (4–1). On estimated 5-year ownership (Delhi, 12,000 km/yr), Neither (near-parity) is cheaper by about ₹0.01L.

Mahindra XUV700 →Tata Motors Harrier →

Mahindra

XUV700

Ex-showroom
₹13.66L–₹25.00L
Peak power
200 PS
Real-world mileage
~11.5 km/l
5-yr running cost ~ preview
~₹19.91L

Tata Motors

Harrier

Ex-showroom
₹14.99L–₹26.00L
Peak power
170 PS
Real-world mileage
~12.1 km/l
5-yr running cost ~ preview
~₹19.92L

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XUV700 benchmark

Mahindra XUV700 AX7 2.0T AT

Price
₹21.39L
Fuel
PETROL
Gearbox
AT

Balanced mid-trim benchmark; upgrade only if the top features matter to you.

Harrier benchmark

Tata Motors Harrier Fearless 2.0D AT

Price
₹23.00L
Fuel
DIESEL
Gearbox
AT

Balanced mid-trim benchmark; upgrade only if the top features matter to you.

5-year running cost by city

CityXUV700HarrierLower cost
Delhi~₹19.91L~₹19.92LNear tie
Mumbai~₹20.76L~₹20.34LHarrier by ₹0.42L
Bengaluru~₹20.59L~₹20.25LHarrier by ₹0.33L

Uses the recommended benchmark variants above, 12,000 km/year, fuel, insurance, service, tyres and value loss.

Six scored axes (1–10)

AxisXUV700HarrierEdge
Performance4.74.1XUV700
Efficiency4.44.6Harrier
Safety10.010.0Tie
Features9.810.0Harrier
Space6.47.1Harrier
Ownership costNaNNaNHarrier

Scores normalize each axis across the full DriveScope catalog. Ownership inverts estimated 5-year cost.

Choose XUV700 if…

Choose the Mahindra XUV700 if you prioritise performance and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: 200 PS petrol / 185 PS diesel muscle

  • +200 PS petrol / 185 PS diesel muscle
  • +Full Level-2 ADAS on top trims
  • +Genuine 7-seat practicality

Choose Harrier if…

Choose the Tata Motors Harrier if you prioritise space and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: 5-star BNCAP adult and child

  • +5-star BNCAP adult and child
  • +Settled, big-car highway ride
  • +Striking design inside and out
Run 5-year cost →Open simulation lab →Race mode →

XUV700 vs Harrier — FAQs

Which is cheaper to own — XUV700 or Harrier?+

Estimated 5-year ownership costs are nearly the same (~₹19.91L vs ~₹19.92L in Delhi at 12,000 km/yr). City fuel prices change the fuel layer.

XUV700 vs Harrier — who has better mileage?+

Best real-world FE in our catalog: XUV700 ~11.5 km/l equivalent vs Harrier ~12.1. Actual figures vary by fuel (petrol/diesel/CNG/EV) and city traffic.

What is the price difference between XUV700 and Harrier?+

Mahindra XUV700 starts around ₹13.66L (ex-showroom); Tata Motors Harrier from ₹14.99L. Top trims reach ₹25.00L and ₹26.00L respectively.

Who wins performance — XUV700 or Harrier?+

Peak power: XUV700 200 PS vs Harrier 170 PS. Our performance axis (power-to-weight + 0–100) scores 4.7 vs 4.1.

Should I buy the XUV700 or the Harrier?+

Choose the Mahindra XUV700 if you prioritise performance and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: 200 PS petrol / 185 PS diesel muscle Choose the Tata Motors Harrier if you prioritise space and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: 5-star BNCAP adult and child

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