2023 Tata Safari Facelift vs Mahindra XUV700: Battle Of The Two Made-In-India 3-row Midsize SUVs
- by Aniruthan Srithar
- Oct 20, 2023
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Tata has made the Safari more feature loaded with its major updates and overhaul. Let’s see how it fares against the Mahindra XUV700, its closest competitor
Tata Motors has given the current-gen Safari its first-ever major overhaul. As part of this update, the 2023 Tata Safari facelift has got a revamped design, more modern interior and plenty of new features. With these changes, how does the new Tata Safari 2023 compare to the Mahindra XUV700, its immediate competitor?
We’ll be analysing both the models for a detailed on-paper comparison test.
Dimensions
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Dimensions |
Mahindra XUV700 |
2023 Tata Safari Facelift |
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Length |
4695mm |
4668mm |
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Width |
1890mm |
1922mm* |
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Height |
1755mm^ |
1795mm |
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Wheelbase |
2750mm |
2741mm |
*(Width without ORVMs)
^(Height with roofrails)
In terms of size, the Safari is the wider and taller one out of the two. However, the Mahindra XUV700 slightly edges out the Safari when it comes to its overall length and wheelbase. Nevertheless, both models are imposing and stand out on the road.
One point to note is that the Tata Safari can be bought in both 6- and 7-seater configurations, while the XUV700 is available only as a 7-seater.
Features
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Equipment |
Mahindra XUV700 |
Tata Safari |
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Infotainment system |
10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system |
12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system |
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Driver’s display |
10.25-inch full digital |
10.25-inch full digital |
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Apple Carplay/Android Auto |
Yes (Wireless) |
Yes (Wireless) |
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Connected Car Tech |
Yes |
Yes |
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Ambient lighting |
NA |
Yes (Multi-colour) |
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Ventilated Seats |
NA |
Front and rear (limited to 6-seater) |
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Audio system |
12-speaker Sony 3D |
10-speaker JBL |
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Climate control |
Dual-zone |
Dual-zone |
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Rear AC vents |
Yes |
Yes |
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Headlights |
LED headlamps |
LED headlamps |
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Auto headlights |
Yes |
Yes |
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ORVMs |
Electrically adjustable and foldable |
Electrically adjustable and foldable |
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Keyless entry/push button start-stop |
Yes |
Yes |
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Cruise control |
Yes (Adaptive) |
Yes (Adaptive) |
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Sunroof |
Panoramic |
Panoramic |
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Wireless phone charger |
Yes |
Yes |
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Airbags |
7 |
7 |
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360-degree camera |
Yes |
Yes |
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Parking sensors |
Rear |
Front and rear |
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ISOFIX mounts |
Yes |
Yes |
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Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) |
Yes |
Yes |
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ADAS |
Yes |
Yes |
Both models get almost all the comfort and safety features you would expect at this price point to satiate your needs. However, the Tata Safari facelift gets two important features – ventilated front seats and second row seats (6-seater) and ambient lighting – that aren’t offered with the XUV700.
Engine Options
Mahindra XUV700 |
2023 Tata Safari Facelift |
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Engine |
2-litre turbo-petrol |
2.2-litre diesel (base) |
2.2-litre diesel (Top) |
2-litre diesel |
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Transmission |
6-speed MT / 6-speed AT |
6-speed MT |
6-speed MT / 6-speed AT |
6-speed MT and 6-speed AT |
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Output |
200PS/380Nm |
155PS/360Nm |
185PS/Up to 450Nm |
170PS/350Nm |
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Drivetrain |
Front-wheel drive |
Front-wheel drive |
Front-wheel drive / AWD (only with AT) |
Front-wheel drive |
The Tata Safari facelift gets just one engine option: a 170PS 2-litre diesel with manual and automatic transmissions. On the other hand, the Mahindra XUV700 offers you three options: a turbo-petrol and a diesel in two states of tune. Also, both the turbo-petrol and top-spec diesel engines are much more powerful than the Safari’s unit.
Check Out: Tata Safari vs Mahindra Comparison
Plus, the XUV700 diesel-automatic also offers the option of all-wheel drive if you intend to take your vehicle off the beaten track frequently.
Price And Verdict
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Mahindra XUV700 |
2023 Tata Safari Facelift |
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Price |
Rs 14.03 lakh to Rs 26.57 lakh |
Rs 16.19 lakh to Rs 27.34 lakh |
With these updates, Tata has made the Safari’s package far more appealing and likeable. However, do note that the Safari still doesn’t get the option of all-wheel drive and its petrol engine is still in development. That said, regardless of the car you pick, we bet you won’t go wrong with either of them.
For a more detailed comparison, stay tuned to our comparison video review, which will be dropping soon.