Mid-level XUV700 AX5 trim now has the longest waiting period.

The XUV700 is one of the most popular models in Mahindra’s India portfolio. The SUV is available with both petrol and diesel powertrains, and can be had with either a 5-, 6- or a 7-seater configuration. Given its popularity, the XUV700 has had a long waiting period on a majority of its variants since its arrival. As per our dealer sources, the waiting periods have now reduced to under 2 months for all trims. Here’s the complete variant-wise waiting period break up. , The entry-level MX and AX3 now have a waiting period of around one month, while the range-topping AX7 and AX7 L have a waiting period ranging from 1-1.5 months. The mid-level AX5 has the highest waiting period, with potential buyers having to wait for up to a little over 1.5 months. Do note that variants equipped with ESP do not have a specified waiting period. The XUV700 is offered with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 200hp and 380Nm of torque, along with a 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine in two states of tune – 155hp and 360Nm in the entry-level variants, and 185hp and 420Nm (450Nm with AT) on the higher-spec variants. Both engines are available with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The diesel engine also gets an all-wheel drive option. The Mahindra XUV700 is priced from Rs 13.99 lakh-26.99 lakh (ex-showroom). It directly rivals the Tata Harrier, Safari, MG Hector, Hector Plus, Hyundai Alcazar and the Jeep Compass. Also see: Mahindra Scorpio N, Scorpio Classic waiting periods down by about a month Mahindra XUV700 or Tata Safari: which SUV to buy under Rs 25 lakh?