Mahindra XUV700 vs Skoda Kushaq
Should you buy Mahindra XUV700 or Skoda Kushaq? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Mahindra XUV700 price starts at Rs 14.49 Lakh ex-showroom for MX 7Str (Petrol) and Skoda Kushaq price starts Rs 10.99 Lakh ex-showroom for 1.0L Classic (Petrol). XUV700 has 2198 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Kushaq has 1498 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the XUV700 has a mileage of 17 kmpl (Petrol top model) and the Kushaq has a mileage of 19.76 kmpl (Petrol top model).
XUV700 Vs Kushaq
| Key Highlights | Mahindra XUV700 | Skoda Kushaq |
|---|---|---|
| On Road Price | Rs.27,36,936* | Rs.21,96,826* |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine(cc) | 1999 | 1498 |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Mahindra XUV700 vs Skoda Kushaq comparison
- Mahindra XUV700
- MX 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 14.99 Lakh*
- MX E 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 15.49 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str Diesel (Diesel) 19.04 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str Diesel (Diesel) 17.74 Lakh*
- AX5 S E 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 18.24 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 20.64 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 19.24 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str Diesel (Diesel) 20.19 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 19.99 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 6Str Diesel (Diesel) 20.34 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 20.14 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.89 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.69 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 6Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 22.04 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 21.84 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str Diesel (Diesel) 22.49 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 22.24 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 6Str Diesel (Diesel) 22.64 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel (Diesel) 22.39 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str Diesel AT AWD (Diesel) 22.89 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel AT AWD (Diesel) 25.14 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 24.19 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 23.99 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 6Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 24.34 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel AT (Diesel) 24.14 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str Diesel AT AWD (Diesel) 24.99 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 7Str Diesel AT AWD (Diesel) 25.14 Lakh*
- MX 7Str (Petrol) 14.49 Lakh*
- MX E 7Str (Petrol) 14.99 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str (Petrol) 18.34 Lakh*
- AX5 E 7 Str (Petrol) 18.84 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str (Petrol) 16.89 Lakh*
- AX5 S E 7Str (Petrol) 17.39 Lakh*
- AX5 7 Str AT (Petrol) 19.94 Lakh*
- AX5 S 7 Str AT (Petrol) 18.64 Lakh*
- AX7 6 Str (Petrol) 19.69 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str (Petrol) 19.49 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 6Str (Petrol) 19.84 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str (Petrol) 19.64 Lakh*
- AX7 6Str AT (Petrol) 21.19 Lakh*
- AX7 7Str AT (Petrol) 20.99 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 6Str AT (Petrol) 21.34 Lakh*
- AX7 Ebony Edition 7Str AT (Petrol) 21.14 Lakh*
- AX7L 6Str AT (Petrol) 23.39 Lakh*
- AX7L 7Str AT (Petrol) 23.19 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 6Str AT (Petrol) 23.54 Lakh*
- AX7L Ebony Edition 7Str AT (Petrol) 23.34 Lakh*
Rs23.54 Lakh *VS - Skoda Kushaq
- 1.0L Classic (Petrol) 10.99 Lakh*
- 1.0L Monte Carlo (Petrol) 16.12 Lakh*
- 1.0L Onyx (Petrol) 13.69 Lakh*
- 1.0L Prestige (Petrol) 16.31 Lakh*
- 1.0L Signature (Petrol) 14.86 Lakh*
- 1.0L Sportline (Petrol) 14.89 Lakh*
- Top Selling1.0L Monte Carlo AT (Petrol) 17.22 Lakh*
- 1.0L Onyx AT (Petrol) 13.59 Lakh*
- 1.0L Prestige AT (Petrol) 17.41 Lakh*
- 1.0L Signature AT (Petrol) 15.98 Lakh*
- 1.0L Sportline AT (Petrol) 16.01 Lakh*
- 1.5L Monte Carlo DSG (Petrol) 18.82 Lakh*
- 1.5L Prestige DSG (Petrol) 19.01 Lakh*
- 1.5L Signature DSG (Petrol) 16.89 Lakh*
- 1.5L Sportline DSG (Petrol) 17.61 Lakh*
Rs19.01 Lakh *VS - Volkswagen Taigun
- 1.0 Comfortline (Petrol) 11.80 Lakh*
- 1.0 Highline (Petrol) 13 Lakh*
- 1.0 Highline AT (Petrol) 14 Lakh*
- Top Selling1.0 Highline Plus (Petrol) 14.40 Lakh*
- 1.0 GT Line (Petrol) 14.80 Lakh*
- 1.0 Highline Plus AT (Petrol) 15.50 Lakh*
- 1.0 GT Line AT (Petrol) 15.90 Lakh*
- 1.0 Topline ES (Petrol) 16.60 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT (Petrol) 16.77 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT DSG (Petrol) 17.36 Lakh*
- 1.0 Topline AT ES (Petrol) 18 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Chrome ES (Petrol) 18.38 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Sports (Petrol) 18.63 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Chrome DSG ES (Petrol) 19.58 Lakh*
- 1.5 GT Plus Sports DSG (Petrol) 19.83 Lakh*
Rs19.83 Lakh *
Basic Information
| On-Road Price in New Delhi | Rs.27,36,936* | Rs.21,96,826* | Rs.22,61,213* |
| Finance Available (EMI) | Rs.52,088/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.41,807/month Get EMI Offers | Rs.43,702/month Get EMI Offers |
| Insurance | Rs.1,19,999 | Rs.82,716 | Rs.48,920 |
| User Rating | Based on 1082 Reviews | Based on 448 Reviews | Based on 241 Reviews |
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Engine & Transmission
| Engine Type Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines ✕ | mSTALLION | 1.5 TSI Petrol | 1.5L TSI EVO with ACT |
| Displacement (cc) The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc) ✕ | 1999 | 1498 | 1498 |
| No. of Cylinders ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency. ✕ | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars | 44 Cylinder Cars |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better. ✕ | 197bhp@5000rpm | 147.51bhp@5000-6000rpm | 147.94bhp@5000-6000rpm |
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Fuel & Performance
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage ARAI (kmpl) | 13 | 18.86 | 19.01 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres) | - | 50 | 50 |
| Emission Norm Compliance Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations. ✕ | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 | BS VI 2.0 |
Suspension, Steering & Brakes
| Front Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling. ✕ | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension | MacPherson Strut suspension |
| Rear Suspension The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability. ✕ | Multi-link, Solid Axle | Rear twist beam | Rear twist beam |
| Steering Type The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease. ✕ | - | Electric | Electric |
| Steering Column The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car. ✕ | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic | - |
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Dimensions & Capacity
| Length (mm) The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back. ✕ | 4695 | 4225 | 4221 |
| Width (mm) The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors ✕ | 1890 | 1760 | 1760 |
| Height (mm) The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces ✕ | 1755 | 1612 | 1612 |
| Ground Clearance Laden (mm) The laden ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when it is fully loaded. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads. ✕ | - | 155 | - |
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Comfort & Convenience
| Power Steering Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Climate Control Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience. ✕ | 2 Zone | Yes | - |
| Air Quality Control Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles. ✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
| Accessory Power Outlet 12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators. ✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
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Interior
| Tachometer A tachometer shows how fast the engine is running, measured in revolutions per minute (RPM). In a manual car, it helps the driver know when to shift gears. ✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel | Yes | Yes | - |
| Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector | Yes | - | - |
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Exterior
| Available Colours | Everest White Dazzling Silver Dazzling Silver Dt Deep Forest Midnight Black Dt +5 MoreXUV700 Colours | Brilliant Silver Lava Blue Carbon Steel Tornado Red Brilliant Silver With Carbon Steel Roof +1 MoreKushaq Colours | Lava Blue Carbon Steel Grey Matte Deep Black Pearl Rising Blue Reflex Silver +3 MoreTaigun Colours |
| Body Type | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars | SUVAll SUV Cars |
| Adjustable Headlamps | Yes | Yes | - |
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Safety
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Brake Assist | - | - | Yes |
| Central Locking A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Child Safety Locks Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally. ✕ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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ADAS
| Forward Collision Warning | Yes | - | - |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | Yes | - | - |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Yes | - | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Yes | - | - |
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Advance Internet
| Live Location | Yes | - | - |
| Navigation With Live Traffic | Yes | - | - |
| E-Call & I-Call | Yes | - | - |
| Google / Alexa Connectivity | Yes | - | - |
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Entertainment & Communication
| Radio AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
| Integrated 2DIN Audio | No | - | - |
| Wireless Phone Charging Charges phones wirelessly via a charging pad. Useful feature for users with a smartphone that supports wireless charging.✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.✕ | Yes | Yes | - |
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Pros & Cons
- Pros
- Cons
Mahindra XUV700
- Lot of variants and powertrain options
- Very capable engine options
- AWD with diesel engine
- Ride quality is very comfortable
- Impressive infotainment experience
- Long safety list, with 7 airbags
- ADAS has been tuned for Indian road conditions
Skoda Kushaq
- SUV-like ride quality
- Impressive cabin design and build
- Excellent infotainment and sound experience
- Offers impressive handling which appeals to an enthusiast
Mahindra XUV700
- Not a fun to drive SUV
- Petrol engine gives effortless power, but not exciting
- Some quality issue in the cabin
- Strange missing features like auto-dimming IRVM
- Boot space behind 3rd row
Skoda Kushaq
- Quality of materials in certain areas isn’t Skoda level
- Lack of premium features
- No diesel engine option
- Narrow cabin, especially at the back
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Questions & answers
Q ) Which car has good mileage Mahindra XUV700 and Skoda Kushaq?
A ) The mileage of XUV700 is 13 kmpl & the mileage of Kushaq is 18.86 kmpl. Skoda Kushaq gives better mileage than Mahindra XUV700.
*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi