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XUV700 vs Hector — 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

MG Motor Hector

₹13.99L–₹23.00L

Real-world mileage

11.5 vs 11.8 km/l

Engine power

200 vs 170 PS

Mahindra XUV700 is the stronger all-round pick on DriveScope's scored axes (3-2). MG Motor Hector has the ownership-cost edge by about ₹2.09L over 5 years. The clearest difference is safety, where XUV700 leads.

What we recommend

Mahindra XUV700 leads on more scored axes (3–2). On estimated 5-year ownership (Delhi, 12,000 km/yr), MG Motor Hector is cheaper by about ₹2.09L.

AChoose the Mahindra XUV700 if you prioritise performance and safety and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: 200 PS petrol / 185 PS diesel muscle
BChoose the MG Motor Hector if you prioritise space and lower estimated 5-year ownership cost. Owners also cite: Cavernous cabin and 587L boot

How they compare on six buying factors~ preview

XUV700 (PETROL)

Hector (PETROL)

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Spec	XUV700 (PETROL)	Hector (PETROL)
Price
Ex-showroom	₹13.66L	₹13.99L
5-yr total ~	₹15.10L	₹15.84L
Engine
Engine size	1997 cc	1451 cc
Power	200 PS	143 PS
Torque	380 Nm	250 Nm
Transmission	MT	MT
Mileage
Claimed mileage (official)	13.0 km/l	14.2 km/l
Real-world mileage (est.)	~9.4 km/l	~10.2 km/l
Performance
0–100 km/h	9.1 s	10.1 s
Braking 100–0	42.5 m	42.5 m
Safety
Safety rating (GNCAP)	5 / 5 ★	—
Space & Size
Boot space	408 L	587 L
Ground clearance	200 mm	205 mm
Wheelbase	2750 mm	2750 mm
Weight
Kerb weight	1750 kg	1550 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

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 Hector

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

Mahindra XUV700 vs MG Motor Hector

Quick answer

Mahindra XUV700 leads on more scored axes (3–2). On estimated 5-year ownership (Delhi, 12,000 km/yr), MG Motor Hector is cheaper by about ₹2.09L.

Mahindra XUV700 →MG Motor Hector →

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

MG Motor

Hector

Ex-showroom: ₹13.99L–₹23.00L
Peak power: 170 PS
Real-world mileage: ~11.8 km/l
5-yr running cost ~ preview: ~₹17.82L

Running-cost edge: MG Motor Hector saves about ₹2.09L over 5 years in our baseline model. Open the running cost calculator with your city for a tighter number.

Recommended variants for this comparison

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.

Hector benchmark

MG Motor Hector Smart 2.0D

Price: ₹18.50L
Fuel: DIESEL
Gearbox: MT

Balanced mid-trim pick used for the ownership-cost edge on this page.

5-year running cost by city

City	XUV700	Hector	Lower cost
Delhi	~₹19.91L	~₹17.82L	Hector by ₹2.09L
Mumbai	~₹20.76L	~₹18.17L	Hector by ₹2.59L
Bengaluru	~₹20.59L	~₹18.10L	Hector by ₹2.48L

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

Six scored axes (1–10)

Axis	XUV700	Hector	Edge
Performance	4.7	4.2	XUV700
Efficiency	4.4	4.5	Tie
Safety	10.0	4.4	XUV700
Features	9.8	9.4	XUV700
Space	6.4	9.8	Hector
Ownership cost	NaN	NaN	Hector

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 safety 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 Hector if…

Choose the MG Motor Hector if you prioritise space and lower estimated 5-year ownership cost. Owners also cite: Cavernous cabin and 587L boot

+Cavernous cabin and 587L boot
+Big feature list incl. ADAS
+Comfort-first ride

Run 5-year cost →Open simulation lab →Race mode →

XUV700 vs Hector — FAQs

Which is cheaper to own — XUV700 or Hector?+

MG Motor Hector is cheaper to own by about ₹2.09L over 5 years in our Delhi / 12,000 km model (fuel, insurance, maintenance, tyres, depreciation).

XUV700 vs Hector — who has better mileage?+

Best real-world FE in our catalog: XUV700 ~11.5 km/l equivalent vs Hector ~11.8. Actual figures vary by fuel (petrol/diesel/CNG/EV) and city traffic.

What is the price difference between XUV700 and Hector?+

Mahindra XUV700 starts around ₹13.66L (ex-showroom); MG Motor Hector from ₹13.99L. Top trims reach ₹25.00L and ₹23.00L respectively.

Who wins performance — XUV700 or Hector?+

Peak power: XUV700 200 PS vs Hector 170 PS. Our performance axis (power-to-weight + 0–100) scores 4.7 vs 4.2.

Should I buy the XUV700 or the Hector?+

Choose the Mahindra XUV700 if you prioritise performance and safety and trim choice and dealership convenience. Owners also cite: 200 PS petrol / 185 PS diesel muscle Choose the MG Motor Hector if you prioritise space and lower estimated 5-year ownership cost. Owners also cite: Cavernous cabin and 587L boot

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