Tata Harrier 2026 vs Mahindra XUV700 2026 – The Harrier and the XUV700 simply rule the roads of India in 2026. In the latest version of Harrier, the design has become more aggressive, while XUV700 has gone leaps ahead in its software and ADAS features. Both these SUVs are for those who give maximum weightage to “Road Presence” and “Safety”.
Power and Performance
The XUV700 features Mahindra’s mStallion petrol and mHawk diesel engines, powerhouses that surpass those of the Harrier in every respect. The Harrier competes only with its diesel engine: 2.0L Kryotec. It is powerful, but also slightly noisy.
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Mahindra XUV700 : Gives about 200 PS of power for very easy highway overtaking.
Tata Harrier : Not like its predecessor with torque
(350 Nm), The ideal muscle for candid hills and bad roads. Every bend, turn has a feel of it having the DNA of ‘Landrover’.
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Safety – 5-Star Standards
Both cars have a 5-star score in Global NCAP. The 2026 Harrier has been equipped with 7 airbags and has a very strong ‘Land Rover’ derived chassis. XUV700 has Level 2 ADAS and was further refined in 2026 with features like emergency automatic braking and lane keep assist.
Highway Comfort
Both SUVs make great long-distance vehicles. The potholes are taken up easily by this car, and the Harrier suspension feels much more secure on rough roads. The seats in the XUV700 also come with a ‘Memory Function’ and ‘Welcome Slide’ feature, which gives it a luxurious feel. Both speak quite well for highway stability, with a quieter engine in the XUV700 making long-distance travelling a little less exhausting.
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Conclusion
Opt for the Harrier 2026 if you want a “Don” SUV, which will have a cushioned suspension. In fact, if you’re looking for a hushed engine, the latest technology, and want a family-size 7-seater, then go for the XUV700 2026.











