Mahindra XUV700 vs Mazda CX-30

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Mahindra XUV700
Mahindra XUV700

2026 price

Mazda CX-30
Mazda CX-30

$28,998 - $51,256

2024 price

Summary

2026 Mahindra XUV700
2024 Mazda CX-30
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 4, 2.0L

Inline 4, 2.5L
Fuel Type
-

Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency
8.3L/100km (combined)

6.6L/100km (combined)
Seating
7

5
Dislikes
  • Average fuel consumption
  • Ride and handling need work
  • Some cabin quality issues

  • Dated interior
  • Fuel efficiency could be better
  • Bit noisy
2026 Mahindra XUV700 Summary

There are around 30 different models fighting for your attention in Australia’s medium SUV segment. More than double that if you include premium options. In other words, there’s overwhelming choice.

Some of the most popular options include Toyota’s RAV4, the Mazda CX-5, Kia Sportage and Mitsubishi Outlander, with a bunch of Chinese brands climbing up the charts.

But have you ever considered a Mahindra? The Indian carmaker has been operating in Australia for close to 20 years and the product line-up has improved considerably.

Case in point, the Mahindra XUV700. A replacement for the unloved XUV500, it’s just come in for a refresh adding new interior trim and tech features and it’s still affordable.

But is it worth taking a chance on the up-and-coming brand? Read on to find out.

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2024 Mazda CX-30 Summary

If you’re in the market for a city- and family-friendly compact SUV, you’re in luck.

The small SUV segment is one of the most heavily populated and hotly contested in the Aussie new-car market and the Mazda CX-30 G25 GT SP FWD is pitched against a seething pack of at least 10 similarly sized, generously specified and highly-credentialed competitors. 

So, stay with us on a mission to determine whether this high-end version of one of Mazda’s best sellers is worthy of a spot on your new-car short list.

 

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