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Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year Current Generation Current local listing Current version Original current-generation version Body style SUV
XUV700 AX5 Automatic is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 495,199
On-road in
ZAR 507,458
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 495,199
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,350
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 900
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,300
Insurance
ZAR 4,209
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 495,199
Estimated finance from ZAR 8,687/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:1997cc (2.0L) Torque:380Nm (280 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:200mm (7.9″) Power:149kW (200 bhp) Boot240L (8.5 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 13 km/l (31 mpg)
City 10.6 km/l (25 mpg)
Highway 15.1 km/l (36 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 8,687
Total Interest
ZAR 126,225
Total Payable
ZAR 521,225
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic

XUV700 AX5 Automatic is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic is the balanced mid-range derivative in the local XUV700 range, with a confirmed South African price of R495 199. AX5 Automatic is positioned as a balanced mid-range derivative, with a confirmed South African price of R495 199. The AX5 Automatic suits a buyer who wants the Mahindra XUV700 in balanced mid-range form and is comparing the monthly cost against the next derivative. In city driving the XUV700 AX5 Automatic should be assessed by visibility, steering weight, parking aids, seat comfort and how the automatic transmission behaves in stop-start traffic. The Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic makes the most sense when its price and equipment align with the buyer's weekly routine. It has a confirmed South African price of R495 199, so the value judgement should be made against neighbouring trims and direct segment rivals. As a balanced mid-range derivative, the Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic should be judged with discipline. A proper look at the XUV700 AX5 Automatic begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a South African price reference of R495,199 sits beside engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol, while a power output of 149 kW @ 5000 rpm sets a practical boundary. The XUV700 AX5 Automatic has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. Here, Petrol power sits beside the base trim, while an active listing sets a practical boundary for XUV700 AX5 Automatic. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for XUV700 AX5 Automatic. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for XUV700 AX5 Automatic. The XUV700 AX5 Automatic is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R495,199, engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol and a power output of 149 kW @ 5000 rpm for XUV700 AX5 Automatic. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for family travel, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for XUV700 AX5 Automatic

Mahindra XUV700 — Quick Facts

Mahindra XUV700 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
AX5 Automatic Base Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 495,199
AX7 Automatic Mid Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 551,399
AX7L Automatic Top Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 599,999
AX7L BE Automatic Flagship Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 627,899
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
AX5 Automatic Base Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 495,199
AX7 Automatic Mid Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 551,399
AX7L Automatic Top Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 599,999
AX7L BE Automatic Flagship Petrol Efficiency13 km/l Automatic ZAR 627,899
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Mahindra XUV700 Specifications

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Facelift History
Not listed by current South African source page.
Body Style
SUV
Model Introduced Year
Not Available
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
Generation
Current local listing
Model Year
Current
Vehicle Type
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
2040 kg
Production Status
Active
Segment
SUV
Length
4695 mm
Width
1890 mm
Height
1755 mm
Wheelbase
2750 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
Boot/Cargo Space
240 l
Kerb Weight
2040 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Engine
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1997 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
149 kW @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Torque
380 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
ZIP, ZAP, ZOOM, CUSTOM
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
73 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
186.3 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Gearbox
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Not Applicable
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
Transmission Type
6-speed automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Type
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
6-speed automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
Real-world Mileage
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
60
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
City Mileage
10.6 km/l
Claimed Mileage
13 km/l
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
60 l
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
15.1 km/l
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Side Airbags
Standard
Stability Control
Latest Gen Electronic Stability Programme
TCS
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Brake Assist
Not Available
Airbags
7
ABS
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Latest Gen Electronic Stability Programme
Traction Control
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
AEB
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
EBD
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Driver knee airbag
Hill Hold
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Driver drowsiness detection
Blind Spot Monitoring
Blind view monitoring
Reverse Camera
Reverse camera and park assist
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Cruise Control
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Blind view monitoring
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Around View Monitor
360-degree camera view
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
360-degree camera view
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Reverse camera and park assist
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
6-way powered driver seat with memory
Seat Trim
Leatherette
Passenger Seat Adjustment
6-way powered driver seat with memory
Seat Material
Leatherette
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone fully automatic climate control
Power Windows
Not Available
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Keyless Entry
Passive keyless entry
AC Type
Not Available
Push Button Start
Push button start
Wireless Charging
Wireless front charger
Sunroof
Skyroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Infotainment Screen
26.03-inch dual HD superscreen
Touchscreen
26.03-inch dual HD superscreen
USB Ports
Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
Number of Speakers
12-speaker Sony 3D sound system
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Android Auto
Yes
Apple CarPlay
Yes
Infotainment System
26.03-inch dual HD superscreen
Exterior Colour Options
See OEM source page for colour availability.
Headlights
Clear-view LED headlamps
Roof Rails
Not Available
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Skyroof
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED Headlamps
Clear-view LED headlamps
Ground Clearance Max
Not Applicable
Wading Depth
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Approach Angle
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Ground Clearance Min
Not Applicable
Tyre Size
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Electric Park Brake
Standard
Handbrake Type
Electronic park brake
Parking Brake Type
Electronic park brake
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
R18 diamond-cut alloy wheels
Front Suspension
Not Available
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Service Plan
5 years / 100 000 km
Basic Warranty
5 years / 150 000 km
Warranty
5 years / 150 000 km
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Price Zar
495199 ZAR
Starting Price Zar
495199
Ownership Role
South Africa market model
Pricing Role
base
Starting Price
495199

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Country Slug
south-africa
Country
South Africa
Brand Slug
mahindra
Brand
Mahindra
Source Page URL
https://mahindra.co.za/xuv700-2/
Make
Mahindra
Market
South Africa
Model
XUV700
OEM URL
https://mahindra.co.za/xuv700-2/
Variant
AX5 Automatic
Source URL
https://mahindra.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/20430-Mahindra-XUV-700-Brochure-Nov-2025.pdf
Source Name
Official Mahindra South Africa
Average Fuel Consumption
7.7
Fuel Economy Combined
13
Combined Consumption L 100km
7.7 l/100km
Combined Consumption
7.7
Fuel Efficiency
13 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
7.7 l/100km
Price Source
https://mahindra.co.za/xuv700-2/
Driving fit

Where the Mahindra XUV700 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The best buyer for XUV700 AX5 Automatic can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. Then compare a South African price reference of R495,199 and engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

City
The urban test for XUV700 AX5 Automatic should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for XUV700 AX5 Automatic. Drive the XUV700 AX5 Automatic through the tightest parking area, a steep ramp, a speed hump and stop-start traffic. Pay attention to the steering, sight lines, low-speed response, seat position and climate control rather than relying on a quiet dealership loop for XUV700 AX5 Automatic. A South African price reference of R495,199 matters when the cabin or load is full, and engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol can change the cost of repeated short trips for XUV700 AX5 Automatic
Highway
Owners should test the AX5 Automatic in the sort of traffic they actually face, including inclines, parking ramps and broken suburban roads, because low-speed comfort often matters more than the headline specification. For highway buyers, the XUV700 AX5 Automatic needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. A listed ground clearance of 200 helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort
Off-Road
For gravel, farm tracks, worksites or holiday roads, the XUV700 AX5 Automatic should be chosen for its actual traction hardware and tyres, not only its stance. A Automatic transmission may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability

Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic — Should You Buy It?

XUV700 AX5 Automatic deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

A fair review of XUV700 AX5 Automatic should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a power output of 149 kW @ 5000 rpm, a 6-Speed Automatic transmission and a Automatic transmission can be valuable for the right driver

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓Transmission: Automatic
  • ✓Trim: base
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R495,199
  • ✓Engine: 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 149 kW @ 5000 rpm
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for XUV700 AX5 Automatic can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for XUV700 AX5 Automatic depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written XUV700 AX5 Automatic quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate XUV700 AX5 Automatic budget.
  • ✕A short XUV700 AX5 Automatic test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕XUV700 AX5 Automatic capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent XUV700 AX5 Automatic grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published XUV700 AX5 Automatic figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm XUV700 AX5 Automatic stock and support terms.

Mahindra XUV700 FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic is R495,199. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises AX5 Automatic, AX7 Automatic, AX7L Automatic, AX7L BE Automatic. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic is 200 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic is 1997 cc, with output shown as 149 kW (200 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Mahindra XUV700 AX5 Automatic is around 13 km/l.

The best buyer for XUV700 AX5 Automatic can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout. Then compare a South African price reference of R495,199 and engine of 2-litre Turbocharged Petrol with insurance, tyres, maintenance and the monthly finance payment

The urban test for XUV700 AX5 Automatic should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded. City use is where the small decisions accumulate for XUV700 AX5 Automatic.

Owners should test the AX5 Automatic in the sort of traffic they actually face, including inclines, parking ramps and broken suburban roads, because low-speed comfort often matters more than the headline specification. For highway buyers, the XUV700 AX5 Automatic needs to make sense when...

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