Mahindra’s upcoming electric SUV lineup which is rumored to comprise multiple variants has been making splashes online frequently since a couple of months. Besides the concept showcasing, the upcoming Mahindra EV range is also making appearances as production-ready test mules. Just a while ago, the Mahindra XUV.e9’s test mule images were doing rounds online and now the rumor mill has managed to get its hands on the XUV700 EV or the XUV.e8’s spy shots. Notably, this is the second time the XUV700 electric variant has got snapped this month indicating its upcoming debut in the country.
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Mahindra XUV700 New Spy Shot Leak: Info Revealed This Time
The latest Mahindra XUV700 electric variant’s production-ready prototype snapped features an identical design as the ICE version. However, there will be several EV-centric design elements making it distinct from the ICE variant. The Mahindra XUV700 electric’s front profile will witness the prominent changes besides the alloy wheels which will now be aero-inspired for improved ride dynamics and control.
The XUV700 electric will feature a connected LED DRL and headlamp module with only a slight design change. The rear profile of the Mahindra XUV700 electric will come with the same tail light design as the ICE counterpart. The latest snapshots could only give us a glimpse of the exterior design. The XUV700 EV or the XUV.e8’s cabin images have not made it to the rumor mill until now.
But the information available online suggests the cabin features could be shared with the XUV.e9. The XUV.e8 is also said to arrive with a triple-screen digital infotainment and instrument cluster. The upcoming electric SUV could integrate a redesigned HVAC control panel with touch controls.
The cabin will be loaded with other modern amenities such as dual-zone climate control, ventilated seats, wireless charging, and more. Additionally, the XUV 700 electric variant is also rumored to come with an electronically controlled panoramic sunroof and ADAS.
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Mahindra XUV700 Electric/ XUV.e8
Mahindra is anticipated to introduce the XUV700 electric aka the XUV.e8 with both single and dual motor setup linked to a 60 kWh and an 80 kWh battery pack. The electric SUV might offer around 500 km range per charge range with a full charge cycle. The powertrain mentioned here isn’t confirmed by Mahindra and is rather comes as courtesy of recent leaks and rumors. Hence, expect some differences in the fact-sheet with the production model once it goes up for sale in the country.