Mahindra XUV700 vs Skoda Kamiq

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Mahindra XUV700
Mahindra XUV700

2026 price

Skoda Kamiq
Skoda Kamiq

$32,890 - $43,890

2025 price

Summary

2026 Mahindra XUV700
2025 Skoda Kamiq
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 4, 2.0L

Turbo 3, 1.0L
Fuel Type
-

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

5.5L/100km (combined)
Seating
7

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

  • Dual clutch can be fiddly
  • Some minor spec trimmed out
  • Priced alongside AWD or hybrid alternatives
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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2025 Skoda Kamiq Summary

The Skoda Kamiq might be one of Australia’s most underrated vehicles.

As you may or, more likely, may not know, the Kamiq crossover has always been positioned to compete with mainstream players like the Honda HR-V, Mazda CX-3 and Subaru Crosstrek in its own quirky way, which we’ve always quite liked here at CarsGuide.

That’s some tough competition, though, so what does this Skoda do differently to deserve your attention, what’s changed for this year’s update, and do we still think this Skoda should be on your shopping list if you’re considering those other cars?

Read on and we’ll find out.

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