2026 car comparison

Mahindra XUV 7XO vs Tata Harrier 2026 comparison

The Mahindra XUV 7XO starts at ₹13.99 lakh, the Tata Harrier starts at ₹13 lakh. Here is how they compare on price, mileage, power, safety and features, variant by variant.

Mahindra XUV 7XO vs Tata Harrier comparison

XUV 7XO vs Harrier: head to head

  • XUV 7XO
  • Harrier

Starting priceex-showroom, lower is better

XUV 7XO ₹13.99 lakh
Harrier ₹13 lakh✓ better

Maximum powermost powerful variant

XUV 7XO 200 bhp✓ better
Harrier 168 bhp

Claimed mileagebest ARAI figure, petrol or diesel

XUV 7XO –
Harrier 16.8 km/l

Airbagstop variant

XUV 7XO 7✓ better
Harrier 6

Crash testadult occupant rating

XUV 7XO –
Harrier 5 / 5 stars

Variantsmore choice

XUV 7XO 44
Harrier 58✓ better

Figures are the best across each car's variants, from the manufacturers' claims. Prices are ex-showroom and indicative.

XUV 7XO vs Harrier: key differences

  • The Tata Harrier is cheaper to buy: it starts at ₹13 lakh ex-showroom, ₹99,000 less than the Mahindra XUV 7XO (₹13.99 lakh).

  • Top variants: the Tata Harrier goes up to ₹26.11 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 7XO to ₹25.79 lakh.

  • The Mahindra XUV 7XO is more powerful, with up to 200 bhp against 168 bhp for the Tata Harrier.

  • The most affordable automatic: Mahindra XUV 7XO AX3 2.0 Turbo Petrol AT 7-Seater at ₹17.88 lakh, Tata Harrier Pure X 1.5 Turbo Petrol AT at ₹17.9 lakh.

  • Both come with 6 airbags as standard.

  • The Tata Harrier has a 5-star adult safety rating (Bharat NCAP 2023); we have no crash test result for the Mahindra XUV 7XO yet.

  • The Mahindra XUV 7XO seats up to 7; the Tata Harrier up to 5.

The basics

Mahindra XUV 7XO Tata Harrier
Ex-showroom price ₹13.99 lakh – ₹25.79 lakh ₹13 lakh – ₹26.11 lakh
Body type Full-size SUV Mid-size SUV
Fuel Petrol, Diesel Petrol, Diesel
Transmission Manual, Automatic Manual, Automatic
Engine 1997 – 2184 cc 1498 – 1956 cc
Power 182 – 200 bhp 168 bhp
Seats 6 – 7 5
Cheapest automatic AX3 2.0 Turbo Petrol AT 7-Seater, ₹17.88 lakh Pure X 1.5 Turbo Petrol AT, ₹17.9 lakh

Specifications and features, variant by variant

Mahindra XUV 7XO AX 2.0 Turbo Petrol MT 7-Seater Tata Harrier Smart 1.5 Turbo Petrol MT
Ex-showroom price ₹13,99,000 ₹13,00,000
Engine and performance
Engine type 2.0L mStallion Turbo Petrol 1.5L Hyperion Turbo GDi Petrol
Displacement 1997 cc 1498 cc
Power 200 bhp @ 5000 rpm 168 bhp (170 PS)
Torque 380 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm 280 Nm
Cylinders 4 Not available
Valves per cylinder 4 Not available
Turbocharger Yes Yes
Fuel supply Direct Injection Direct Injection
Drive type FWD FWD
Emission type BS6 Phase 2 BS6 Phase 2
Fuel capacity 60 L 50 L
Dimensions, suspension and wheels
Length 4695 mm 4605 mm
Width 1890 mm 1922 mm
Height 1755 mm 1718 mm
Wheelbase 2750 mm Not available
Doors 5 5
Seating rows 3 2
Steering type Electric Electric
Front brake Disc Disc
Wheel type Steel Not available
Wheel size 17 inch Not available
Boot space Not available 445 L
Safety
Airbags 6 6
ABS Yes Yes
EBD Yes Yes
ESC Yes Yes
Tyre pressure monitor (TPMS) No Yes
Rear parking sensors Yes Yes
Front parking sensors No Not available
Parking camera No No
ADAS No No
Comfort and features
Power windows All four Not available
Cruise control Yes Not available
Keyless entry No Not available
Push button start Yes Not available
Sunroof No No
Ventilated seats No No
Powered driver seat No No
Wireless charger No Not available
Auto headlamps No Not available
Rain sensing wipers No Not available
Electrically folding mirrors No Not available
Auto-dimming inside mirror No Not available
Other features Triple 12.3-inch screens (cluster, touchscreen, co-passenger), wireless Android Auto/CarPlay, cruise control, push-button start, connected car tech, LED projector headlamps Not available
Touchscreen size 12.3 inch No
Android Auto / Apple CarPlay Wireless No
Speakers 6 Not available
Connected car technology Yes Not available
Digital instrument cluster 12.3 inch Yes
Ambient lighting No Not available
Headlamps LED Projector LED
LED DRLs Yes Yes
Fog lamps No Not available
Tail lamps LED LED
Seat upholstery Not available Fabric
Connected tail lamp Not available Yes

Prices are ex-showroom and indicative; confirm the final price with your dealer. The base (lowest-priced) variant of each car is compared unless you choose others above. Mileage and range are the manufacturers' claimed figures.

XUV 7XO vs Harrier: frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, the Mahindra XUV 7XO or Tata Harrier?

The Tata Harrier is cheaper. The Mahindra XUV 7XO costs ₹13.99 lakh – ₹25.79 lakh and the Tata Harrier ₹13 lakh – ₹26.11 lakh (ex-showroom).

Which is more powerful, the Mahindra XUV 7XO or Tata Harrier?

The Mahindra XUV 7XO makes up to 200 bhp; the Tata Harrier up to 168 bhp.

Which is safer, the Mahindra XUV 7XO or Tata Harrier?

The Mahindra XUV 7XO has 6 to 7 airbags. The Tata Harrier has a 5-star adult rating from Bharat NCAP (2023) and 6 airbags.

Do the Mahindra XUV 7XO and Tata Harrier come with an automatic?

The Mahindra XUV 7XO does, from the AX3 2.0 Turbo Petrol AT 7-Seater at ₹17.88 lakh. The Tata Harrier does, from the Pure X 1.5 Turbo Petrol AT at ₹17.9 lakh.

Which fuel options do the Mahindra XUV 7XO and Tata Harrier have?

The Mahindra XUV 7XO comes with petrol and diesel engines in 44 variants. The Tata Harrier comes with petrol and diesel engines in 58 variants.

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