The Mahindra XUV700 2023 Takes On The Mitsubishi Outlander 2023 | Medium SUV Battle | Drive.com.au

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Mahindra's been at the seven-seat SUV game for a while now, but does its new 2023 Mahindra XUV700 have what it takes to topple a well-known brand like Mitsubishi and its Outlander?
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[@manusugunamadan803]

Outlander felt quite sluggish when compared to the XUV700. XUV700 is my pick as it's got a better engine and transmission, panoramic sunroof and cheaper.

[@shaktis6877]

Outlander can't compete with XUV700 . Kodiaq is a perfect rival in terms of power

[@SaiCharanReddy-oz8ez]

@@shaktis6877 yes, Skoda Kodiaq is a lot better than Mahindra XUV 700

[@shivakumarbv6100]

Kodiaq price is 3x of xuv 700 price.​@@SaiCharanReddy-oz8ez

[@deezeed2817]

Indian garbage. Anyone who will buy this will regret it

[@SunOfSydney]

Xuv 700 is a complete package, took test drive for both.. I am planning to book xuv700

[@user-yb3ib3jy1r]

Still planning or decided to go with the Outlander

[@devendersuhag6968]

Mahindra and Mahindra today successfully completed an acquisition of 33% in Mitsubishi Agricultural Machinery Co😂😂

[@bonjovi1354]

matter kart ahai kia

[@mokshghangas8793]

2015

[@cultclassic7913]

I think xuv700 is more powerful in speed and it has also got adas auto pilot which works really good .

[@TruthSpeaker2000]

"in heavy traffic, outlander can act as helicopter which is not available in Mahindra".. U missed this point to mention..

[@Rahulpandey-d]

😂😂

[@ravindarthati4095]

🤣🤣😂

[@ge00]

😂😂😂

[@ardniban]

Do we need a pilot licence to drive?😅

[@rahuldebnath1268]

😂😂

[@todaytrendz8375]

I agree that mitsubishi is a polished no nonsense vehicle to go with but i still you're more biased towards mitsubishi

[@dew_reddit]

Higher sitting position is actually rather preferable in suvs. I also think the infotainment system in outlander is no match to Mahindra which is developed by Bosch. I do agree the navigation system should have been included which is offered in the native country and is very well integrated. One thing I wish was covered in the review is ADAS which definitely gives xuv an extra edge. XUV is a 5* GNCAP rated last time I checked.

[@Drivecomau]

That's not a bad point, but Global NCAP standard are lower than those of ANCAP, so the two are not directly comparable. A five-star G-NCAP score would not result in a five-star ANCAP score. In terms of ADAS both cars have forward collision warning and forward autonomous braking, blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist, adaptive and cruise control. The Mahindra has tyre pressure monitoring and a 360-degree camera where the Mitsubishi does not, but the Outlander counters with AEB that includes forward pedestrian and cyclist detection and low-speed reverse AEB, driver attention monitoring, hill descent control, and trailer sway control that the Mahindra does not.

[@YDallDay]

@@Drivecomau u sounds mad at mahindra 😂

[@rajpawar9343]

Those Global NCAP standards were older. Now newer ones are way better you can compare them to Euro NCAP.

[@17_frozen_flames]

@@Drivecomau just say it you are'nt ready to accept that mahindra is better

[@mayurborah2111]

U r biased af ​@@Drivecomau

[@vikasmalviya9031]

XUV 700 has scored 5 stars rating in GNcap last year itself.

[@cubeworld5268]

One more Indian ❤

[@AbhishekKumar-cd2tm]

I owns XUV 700 for past 1 year here in SOUTH AFRICA 🇿🇦 ... 23000K ... GOING GREAT

[@VenomM778]

Mitsubishi can fly when you are stuck in traffic,which lacks in Mahindra. Also Mitsubishi can swim in the river, which lacks in mahindra.

[@exploreandpost6730]

Y kab hua 🤣🤣🤣

[@rithvikchandra]

Damn good reply for this biased useless guy 😅

[@007tj5]

MY XUV 500 is very sluggish until it moves to 3rd gear. So it's a real headache to drive in cities and very sluggish coming out of traffic lights.

[@Mirzapur83]

😅

[@subashm874]

😂😂

[@seventhree7538]

XUV is the better deal for me.

[@BhaveshMistry0708]

Either this guy is wrong Or other Aussie car reviewers who rated xuv700 highly

[@rohan_3128]

He is kinda biased

[@prasadsawant12]

@@rohan_3128 he works part time at mitsubishi dealership

[@samiali594]

Totally agree. Clearly, visibly, XUV has more roomier 2nd row than outlander but somehow he felt otherway round.

[@psvasu23]

There's no point in making such videos when bias is evident from the start !

[@sidjyothi]

The road noise percolating into the outlander cabin at highway speeds is quite horrendous

[@dev2385]

Mahindra XUV 700 Is an amazing😍🤩 Car💯💪

[@CrazeVideoz]

FACT CHECK - XUV 700 has 5 star NCAP rating

[@Drivecomau]

To clarify, the XUV 700 has a Global NCAP rating - this is a less stringent set of tests designed for developing markets (like India and Africa) and misses out on a number of the more advanced tests performed by ANCAP, the Australasian New Car Assessment Program. A 5-star G-NCAP rating is not the equivalent of a 5-star ANCAP or Euro NCAP rating, and as that's the standard we assess to in the Australian market that's what we've reported here.

[@KumarKumar-fc2gc]

so why did you miss the important factor that the XUV 700 has a 5-star Global NCAP rating @@Drivecomau

[@Drivecomau]

@@KumarKumar-fc2gc As an Australian channel, we use ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program) as a benchmark. Because safety test practices vary around the world, we don't make implied connections between different global standards. ANCAP tests include full frontal, front offset, side impact and side pole tests, all of which aren't included in the Global NCAP tests, along with different ratings and included basics for driver assist technologies. Global NCAP is a developing market standard, and is helpful in raising safety standards in countries where such such programs have not previously existed, but it's not yet the equal of more developed safety assessment procedures.

[@ShivamSharma-fx9my]

​@@Drivecomaubrother your reply sounds like you are against Mahindra

[@gaganbrar5254]

ANCAP rating not done yet may be end of march

[@ypimages]

Who wants to pay that much more for very little difference? XUV 700 is a clear winner here. Its eaten the appetite alive for an Outlander.

[@pummyy]

First person to like a dark and dingy cabin for sure. Why not compare the top variant of outlander with specs for spec and see the value for money.

[@hero9500ttt]

Then prices will be totally different😅

[@pummyy]

@@hero9500tttI just can't understand how they compare a full featured version at budget price with a no frill edition. And these are auto journalist...numpties.

[@kristyanafinch9789]

He sounds like he's on the Mitsubishi payroll.

[@sagarnehra2981]

Bro pushed the front to fit better in the second seat😂😂😂😂😂😂 mitsubi

[@srinivasanramamoorthy9026]

The reviewer should talk about space for an average person and not for oversized people like him. How many people are above 6 feet in height? If automakers make cars for people like him how will it work for shorter people? Also it's weird he is sitting in knees up position in second row of Mitsubishibut seems so happy

[@24638]

Bro he is from Australia not India

[@Lovish8190]

Average male height in australia is 5'9'"which is close to India's 5' 8.5" (JUST SAYING)@@24638

[@17_frozen_flames]

@@24638 😂😂what a joke !!! isn't aus. have shorter / Average 6 feet people

[@24638]

@@17_frozen_flames That car was designed for Indian and that was a Indian person. So I am telling that.

[@pawmah602]

Yes Mahindra is GNcap 5* rated..

[@devendersuhag6968]

Good suv has higher sitting position like Mahindra 😊😊

[@crg9864]

This review feels really biased especially when he reviewed the interiors the Mitsubishi looks dated compared to the mahindra

[@Adarsh0507]

Bro put music for outlander but not for xuv700😂😂😂

[@rajdeepchakraborty4652]

11:03 panel gap in outlander's boot

[@Moralboost1]

the question is how close mitsubishi can come to mahindra .

[@himrao7366]

True

[@julesmarwell8023]

tHANK GOD. NON are made in china .. win win

[@johnwayne8475]

Why are so many Australians racists?

[@vijayReddy-ux5sf]

XUV looks better deal for me🤔..

[@yashwardhanmane6259]

This review is absurd , he is very biased towards the Mitsubishi Outlander

[@Souhardya_Paul]

Biased Review towards Outlander! You favoured it more

[@Drivecomau]

We have to pick a winner... Not everyone gets a prize. The Mahindra has a lot going for it, make no mistake, however in the context of the Australian market, there were just a few more areas where the Mitsubishi excelled.

[@Souhardya_Paul]

​@@Drivecomaumight be your opinion but dont agree to it. XUV has better looking interiors and a more powerful engine too. The steering is light and easy to use.

[@redpanda9141]

Why are Indians so pissed off😂. The Mahindra isn’t perfect. Accept it and hope Mahindra will improve it

[@redpanda9141]

The Australian spec doesn’t even get a radio or satellite navigation or any other apps. Those are pretty basic features

[@venkats9674]

Let's be frank when you do not get authorized by a standards organisation in this case ANCAP safety rating then it is hard to believe something is accurate. Mahindra should get it done to get that trust from consumers. GNCAP is good but when selling in a particular Country you should abide to local standards.

[@arnktech_01]

XUV 700 AX7L interior looks premium than outlander.

[@Stronger_India_better_India]

Good to see Indian brand is competing with Japanese brand. Mahindra should fine tune the suspension/comfort level noted here. Also provide the ANCAP rating soon. Aus high cost of living and interest rates, extra $7k in the budget is challenge to many. XUV700 provides lots of features, reliable and is great value for money for a big family on a tight budget.

[@Mububban23]

Yes when real wages are down, lower priced but highly equipped options are very enticing for Aussie families, who may not care about soft touch materials and exciting/highly polished driving dynamics. They ust care about safe reliable transport with a warranty, and having enough money left to actually live on.

[@vladthe3rd414]

They also care about reliability, cost of parts, dealer network, and resale value. Sure it’s cheaper now but when you go and sell both the Outlander will hold its price better so in the end it comes out better value.

[@anirudhrajath211]

the screen in the Mahindra is from the same manufacturer who manufactures the Mercedes screens

[@brijrajsinhjadeja1734]

It sounded like bias review to me. Because face the same height problem with tailgate of the Mitsubishi but didn’t pointed that out also he had more headroom because Mitsubishi has no sunroof otherwise I think both headroom would been the same also Mahindar has physical controls and touchscreen for the Ac but he only pointed out the touch one and said it’s nice to have physical controls in Mitsubishi also I have my doubts on the leg room think because it looked like Mitsubishi driver seat was placed more in front what a joke of review I can’t trust this review. 😡

[@iBlogGadget]

So it’s “biased” because the Mahindra didn’t win?

[@brijrajsinhjadeja1734]

@@iBlogGadget it’s not about that if you are highlighting a drawback in one car the second one has the same drawbacks you should highlight that for example tailgate height. The same goes positive thing for example ac controls.

[@Drivecomau]

We always appreciate feedback and while we strive to bring the most comprehensive and fair reviews, we know that not every point can be covered in a small amount of time. For a more comprehensive look at these two you can read the detailed review on our site.

[@TRITON_X]

@@iBlogGadget Clearly biased review: 1) XUV 700 AX7L AT Petrol gets 450Nm Torque not 380Nm 2) The mileage is 13-15kmpl in city and 15-17kmpl on highway not 9kmpl as u claim 3) The 2nd row seating review was a clear biased review, it was visible that you had pushed the driver seat all the way back to reduce space in the second row 4) The reverse parking camera was clear as day, idk how u think that is poor quality 5) You pointed out hard plastics on Mahindra's dash but not on Mitsubishi's 6) The Mahindra clearly has a much more better interior than the Mitsubishi but yeah that is irrelevant 7) "Door doesnt open as wide", seriously?

[@oogaboogacute]

it is disel but not petrol@@TRITON_X

[@Alpha_plannet]

Don’t understand one thing 7 seater under 40k but you want and compare features of cars which cost around 70k to 150k

[@SumitSingh-ll3uf]

Bro why it is a shame for not having expensive features in budget car don’t forget the the price difference between both😅

[@pb_pritam]

Mahindra mStallion petrol engines are very smooth and reliable. 🌏🚙

[@Wanderlust171]

He says it's doesn't get ncap safety rating 😂 but a he kidding this car is 5 star rated in Gncap

[@Drivecomau]

To clarify, the XUV700 doesn't have an ANCAP rating, the equivalent of a Euro NCAP. Global NCAP uses a different, much less stringent test standard, so isn't comparable to the criteria used in Australia, New Zealand and other parts of the world as it's been designed as a starting point for markets with much lower safety standards like Africa and India.

[@Moralboost1]

dont listen these nonsense go take a test drive and see the difference.

[@Shady689]

Isn't Mahindra 5 star?

[@Drivecomau]

The Mahindra has a five star Global NCAP rating, which isn't the equal of a five star ANCAP rating, the standard that we hold new vehicles to in Australia. GNCAP performs less tests and lacks the full frontal, front offset, side impact and side pole tests that are part of the ANCAP assessment. A five star Global NCAP score is not the the equal of a five star Euro NCAP or ANCAP result.

[@AshishBagade-hv4el]

@@Drivecomauyeah so what is it’s Aus rating ?

[@Drivecomau]

@@AshishBagade-hv4el It doesn't have one. The XUV700 is untested by either ANCAP or Euro NCAP so its safety standing against the relevant criteria is unknown.

[@parthsingh6754]

Look at the price difference between the two cars

[@gregw6442]

BTW…Remind me again, how long do smaller turbo engines last vs larger capacity naturally aspirated engines

[@debayanbasu8964]

Mahindra engines last forever

[@17_frozen_flames]

then tell me why turbo was invented ...... inventers have done more R&d that's why turbo engines are in market ....yeh

[@sinner3117]

Mahindra better than mistbushi engine more powerful cabin more appealing only 2nd row adjustment is a drawback but overall Mahindra better

[@sureshi.s.n418]

XUV 700 is 5 star rated car in global ncap

[@binary_editer]

People prefer a high siting position and this dude says i don't like it cause he can't see what's outside?

[@perpetualgrin5804]

I like the red number plate, it sets off the white well.

[@KuntalGhosh]

Cvt with fwd? Thats a hatchback on suv body. I was not expecting this low from mitsubishi. This will get stuck in the gravel roads of outback.

[@monish629]

Doing a car review by 6ft4 guy is a shame!!!

[@Hsp44]

Man, sudden cheap internet was big mistake in india

[@ardniban]

Im considering mahindra axl .good value.

[@varunjangid2018]

Seriously.......the screen is made by the same manufacturer who does the screen for Mercedes and you still found so many flaws in the infotainment system.... very biased

[@Drivecomau]

The maker of the screen isn't the issue. It's the software driving it. You're not getting a Mercedes-Benz-like experience in the XUV700. There's no bias here, we're completely independent - there are however callouts worth mentioning, and this is one of them.

[@AshishBagade-hv4el]

yeah but u have unherent bias so absolutely visible...its fine Indian brands have to work much harder to extract western money@@Drivecomau

[@sagarnehra2981]

Much than Mahindra 😂😂😂😂 his favorite words

[@Prashant88472]

Mahindra is the big daddy of SUV's

[@sn-680]

XUV700 attractive car❤

[@ShivamSharma-fx9my]

Xuv is king

[@psen.9659]

Xuv700 has gncap 5star rating

[@d3n0tz_]

No new CRV in the mix yet?

[@Drivecomau]

Not yet. It's set to launch in Australia shortly though.

[@d3n0tz_]

@@Drivecomau oh? I thought it was released early Sept. Thanks for the info & looking fwd to the review!

[@NeuzEmo]

Xuv700 has an NCAP safety rating simply type xuv700 crash test and u can see it.

[@sir_prize_ma_the_farcar4547]

Seating position too high, what are you smoking , seats should be high on suvs 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ayushmankar4100]

He is high on weeds

[@biondisubbaiah]

Long way to go for Mahindra...its only a matter of time b4 Mahindra can do better...

[@johnwayne8475]

I'm not sure if I can live with telling my friends I drive a Mahindra

[@agentleman2673]

so you are saying you don't have a brain?

[@MrMAHATDiaries]

Only one thing i don't like about XUV700 is it's seat color, as they are offering only one color cream which is not quite good if you have kids. They should offer other colors as well.

[@pummyy]

It is very easy to clean given the material.

[@tigeri2336]

Mahindra is like Indian Toyota...

[@Rahul..Haryanvi]

Mahindra XUV 700 nice ❤❤❤

[@ajaysagwal]

Thx for this comparison

[@maheshrawat3392]

U seems too much taller for this category cars

[@piyalkarmakar2370]

😂😂 Nice meme content right here...😂😂😂

[@sreerammuraleedharan1562]

Outlander black edition is $48320 drive away. Almost 10k more than xuv700. A Toyota fortunes GX is only 10k more than outlander black edition.

[@darkknightrises3571]

Mahindra xuv700❤

[@derikobrain5082]

Outlander is excellent as always..they need to bring in the A game in near future, Mahindra is catching up..

[@YDallDay]

Sitting high n low visibility 🤣

[@shreyanshrathore3140]

Xuv700 is 5 star in global NCAP

[@bulthaosen1169]

Why is all my mahindra stuff coming from australia? The youtube needs to fix algorithm. Still I didn't expect mahindra being in australia.

[@Danz.9]

Bro offended half India 😂

[@rubalsingh4200]

Mahindra engines are more refined and reliable and xuv700 is luxury 7 seater in budget

[@Pranjight-rc9jh]

Xuv 700 best

[@Miles_Away]

How can you even compare Japanese American cars with indian cars

[@josh3221ify]

Seems Indians are rallying behind their brands, its commendable.... But we are not Indians and the mitsubishi just has a cool factor, maybe mahindra is cool in India. Mahindra messed their brand image by selling those hedious pickups, most of their early models had looks only a mother would love, thats why they became a laughing stock outside of India, even if they make good cars recently, there is still that hurdle to overcome. Back in the day, if someone wore ugly shoes/boots, people would say he is wearing mahindra, mahindra was synonymous with ugly. I have to admit their recent models xuv500/700 are quite good, but would take a mitsubishi or nissan, even if mahindra offeres those cars with bughatti engines and power.

[@neo3823]

Thats your ignorance 😂 and biased mindset

[@AlejandroArchila1]

Mitsubishi ❤️

[@vibeinIndia]

XUV is ❤❤❤

[@AllINone-tb8yh]

Best suv xuv700

[@sudarshen123]

I advice not to waste your hard earned money on Mahinda and regret after 2-3 years. Many of my friends who purchased Mahinda because it's cheap and got engine gearbox issues after few years... Mitsubishi outlander is the one go to...

[@carsvelozindia4775]

Yes Bro I Also Written Same 😊

[@niravraj2815]

biased review ? did mitsubishi pay you bruv lol. xuv has 5 star safety rating btw

[@Drivecomau]

Our editorial reviews aren't paid for. Neither brand has paid to appear in this comparison. You may like to know that, as an Australian site we used ANCAP safety tests as our baseline. While the XUV700 has a five-star Global NCAP score, that's not the equivalent of the Australasian New Car Assessment Program. Global NCAP is a developing market score which does not include the full frontal, side impact and pole impact tests that are assessed by ANCAP and Euro NCAP, meaning five stars from Global NCAP is not the equivalent of a five-star ANCAP or Euro NCAP rating.

[@keyner111]

I'd take the Outlander.

[@matt4825]

Even with its CVT? That’s what killed the outlander for me.

[@keyner111]

@@matt4825 yes, I like CVT's, regular auto would be better but CVT still good, fuel efficient and smooth.

[@andakara27]

That particular cvt is notorious for sluggishness and bad fuel economy, you should test drive before really considering outlander For me i wouldn't pick both of the cars, rather stick to good old rav4 or subaru xv

[@keyner111]

@@andakara27 I bought it already, fuel economy is very good, sluggish? It's quicker than a turbo DCT Tuscon with more torque and lighter ;)

[@Drivecomau]

'tis a fan favourite

[@gregw6748]

I’ve sat in the Mahindra, or more like on it. The seating position is horrendous.

[@gregw6748]

@@AdityaSingh-ss2kl Most Aussies are over 6ft tall.... Won't work here

[@SaiyamPlay]

Xuv700 is a complete package and family friendly budget car than the mitsubishi car

[@AshikJonathan]

you have summoned the Indians

[@__ram__bhakt__777]

XUV 700 best ❤🎉

[@KK-tc6xq]

Yes BIASED for sure. He already seems to have made up his mind right at the beginning of this video.

[@_qub3]

Forgive the indians in comments, for they are only able to speak because someone decided to make internet cheaper and most people can type in English. They still need to learn to take constructive criticism and understand that not everything is a matter of national pride. For me, the fact that a Mahindra is even being compared to a well established Mitsubishi Outlander itself is an achievement and Mahindra should surely do well in the future.

[@ayushmankar4100]

Don't be high on weeds . This XUV7oo is better than outlander .

[@rahulkhankriyal110]

Nope it's your stalkholme syndrome.. call spade a spade.. no one is saying outlander is not a better car.. but XUV is not as bad as it has been portrayed and value for money car when compared... I have an outlander for last three years drove cuv once in a while and high rider as well.. I can see what everyone is talking about... you see...when people are not as smart as they think.. they sound more like disgrace.

[@Naruto6i]

Price gap dekh bhai😂

[@tapashthakuria830]

These Western Fellows 🥴

[@Rk_009-10]

Actually, non car is made for you , you need truck 🚒

[@shrinidhvyas6094]

Quite biased, many facts are not stated as Mahindra xuv 700 is euro ncap rated 5 stars

[@Drivecomau]

Just so we're 100% clear, the XUV700 hasn't been tested by Euro NCAP. It does have a Global NCAP rating, however it's crucial to note that G-NCAP standards are far less stringent than either Euro NCAP or ANCAP, which test a greater range of crash test scenarios meaning the results are not interchangeable.

[@vishalAggarwal5]

Looks like a baised video against XUV700. You are showing knee room in second row after moving the first row seats to the far back. Who drives the car in that position!

[@gregw6442]

…..and Warranties. Mitsubishi 10 year warranty wins hands down. Say no more

[@pummyy]

On engine only! Which car ever fails in 19 yrs ?

[@kishanmanpalikhe]

xuv always have turn and unstable in high speed and Japan never

[@user-sl9bw9vu3o]

I think he hates Mahindra 😂😂

[@ChamaraPrabath]

I think this is a paid promotion by Mahindra 😂😂

[@HrithikSD4368]

It's the other way actually.

[@DHS562]

Drove outlander once for a 700 miles round trip...hella boring and slow

[@chucknorris8704]

Please don't make racist comments

[@tonymillar5342]

​@@chucknorris8704What drugs are you on ?

[@ayushmankar4100]

​@@chucknorris8704 But you can be racist towards a brand which is a Indian . Isn't it ?