Mahindra XUV700 Vs Tata Safari Vs MG Hector : This is going to be the formality that stands strong in the SUV market of India in the year 2025. Other encroaching 7-sitter SUVs prancing upon the making are magnificent, with Mahindra XUV700, Tata Safari, and MG Hector being the three sided fate of any soul. All three are known for big engines with powerful and pristine features, varying in terms of safety, design, and technology. An interesting battle for a family SUV meant to be muscular, comfortable, and stylish.
Design Style
Mahindra XUV700 is aggressive-modern from the very beginning. The dual satellite LED headlamp setup, flush door handles, and bold grille confer a premium futuristic look on this very much on-road attention seeker SUV.
Old school stout pretty mush-no muscles design. New 2025 model accessorized with enticing new features like LED taillamps, somewhat upgraded front grille and dual-tone alloy wheels.
Styled like MG Hector says British taste all over. Extremely amplified by a techy sharp appeal, with a Chrome-finish grille, vertical LED DRLs, and gloating touchscreen.
Modern by the touch of difficulty; the XUV700; looks gigantic; the Hector beats all others in tech.
Engines and Performance
Mahindra XUV700 gives two really powerful options of a 2.0-liter mStallion turbo petrol engine (200 PS, 380 Nm) and a 2.2-liter diesel engine (185 PS, 450 Nm). Thus, this most powerful SUV brings with it quite a pacey and pleasant driving experience parameters.
The Tata Safari utilizes the 2.0L Kryotec diesel which generates an overall output of power equal to 170 PS, and torque of 350 Nm for that magic touch to retain faith, but yet keeping up with the charm of long-distance travel along highways.
While refinement is more pronounced through the engine, power delivery is very much subdued compared with the XUV700. The MG Hector comes with: 1.5L turbo petrol engine (143 PS) and 2.0L diesel (170 PS).
Driving-wise the XUV700 appears to be the most engaging, Safari is pleasantly torquey while Hector, in feel, is way too cushy and smooth to float through city traffic.
The Inside and Features
Mahindra XUV700 is high-tech on the inside with two 10.25-inch displays, an infotainment system using Alexa and the AdrenoX connected interface, as well as some other smart-feel nifty features like a panoramic sunroof, electronically controlled dual-zone climate control, and memory seats.
The bigger infotainment touchscreen is 12.3 inches in the Tata Safari, new, and it also has that new 10.25 inches digital instrument cluster; ventilated front seats with a 360-degree camera enhanced its cabin considering the reality that it seems richer and classier, particularly in its Oyster White shade.
The MG Hector has everything in tech first place. It has a big 14-inch vertical touchscreen with Hinglish voice commands and AI-enabled features; the interior is future-ready with great user convenience.
For high-tech, go for the MG Hector; the Safari brings luxury at the top of its priority list; for a performance finish garnished with a premium touch, XUV700 bests the competition.
Safety Features and Comfort Features
XUV700 of Mahindra got its 5-star rating from the Global NCAP, to which are added features of ADAS, Auto Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, and Smart Pilot Assist.
Tata Safari has itself been recently awarded a 5-star rating, complete with a matching set of 7 airbags, ESP, traction control, and all-disc brakes. From the other rivalry, the MG Hector brings trump cards like 6 airbags, a 360-degree camera, TPMS, and Hill Hold Control. There is, however, the catch that ADAS is relatively present in the higher grades of XUV700.
Price and Worth
The Mahindra XUV700 comes at a price range varying from INR 14.6 lakh to INR 26 lakh (ex-showroom).
For Tata Safari, the rice range is INR 16.2 lakh to INR 27 lakh.
An MG Hector will start from INR 15 lakh and go all the way up to INR 22 lakh.
The Hector appears the best in value against the features for what price it offers, while in power and technology, XUV700 stands sturdy. The choice between buyers fades on Tata Safari as their first preference to gain a complementing blend of style and safety.
Which SUV Will Take the Crown in 2025?
If you’re after a powerful, smart and feature-loaded SUV, then the Mahindra XUV700 is the only winner in the whole competition.
Equally good is the Tata Safari slash for a stylish, safe and road-friendly kinda SUV.
Lastly, but not least, if you want to indulge in high-tech comforts sprinkled with British luxury, you should choose the MG Hector.
All three SUVs have seen development, by 2025, to ensure that they are mature enough to know that the Indian automotive market has stemmed from being mere vehicles to being a world of smart, safe, and stylish mobility.