[EzBreeze]

Originally Posted by automash

Hi,
has anyone tried removing the 3 row seats?
Is it too complicated and any thing that i should be watchful about in doing so ? Mine is an AX7.

I am planning a long trip and could use the extra space. So I plan to unbolt the last row and leave them at home for the trip.

We have removed once.
Removed one seat of 3rd row in 2023 for our Ladakh trip and attached it back after returning from trip. No squeaks / noise till date.

There are no exposed wires. The area is not flat. Better practice would be to put some bedsheet in that area and then put your luggage.

We used it to put oxygen cylinders and sealed that area using clothes to prevent the cylinder from moving.

[rs_cockpit]

Hello Everyone,

I’d like to share my experience with the newly opened service center, "Landmark Mahindra," in Hyderabad. My XUV 700 ODO stands at 28K, and I've been dealing with a persistent throttle body issue since crossing the 10K mark. All this while, I’ve been visiting VVC Motors for servicing. Despite the throttle body issue reoccurring every 3K to 4K kilometers, the service center repeatedly denied replacing the part, opting instead to clean it so that the OBD lamp warning disappears from the instrument cluster.

I encountered the same OBD lamp warning again last week, and knowing it was the throttle body issue, I decided to try a different service center - Landmark Mahindra, which opened about five months ago in the Gachibowli area, close to where I stay.

I handed over my vehicle to the SA and informed him about the recurring issue. To my surprise, I received a call in the afternoon from the SA, who proactively offered to replace the throttle body part under warranty, as the diagnostics confirmed the same problem without me even asking for it. He also created a WhatsApp group including all escalation points of contact up to the GM level - a thoughtful move that made it easy for me to reach out if needed.

The throttle body part was promptly replaced, and the vehicle was handed back to me by evening. The DEF was also refilled after notifying me about the current levels. Overall, the experience was excellent. I am also planning to get my 30K servicing done at the same service center. I hope this helps vehicle owners in Hyderabad.

[DJjoshi]

Originally Posted by rs_cockpit

I’d like to share my experience with the newly opened service center, "Landmark Mahindra," in Hyderabad...

Thanks for sharing this information. My 1K service experience with VVC also was not very good. For 10K service, I went to Automotive Mahindra in Attapur, which is very far from my house. Will try Landmark for next service.

[supertinu]

Originally Posted by hamster_huey

My insurance renewal is around the corner. I wanted to check if any of you have any preferred insurance providers.

I got best rates with Zurich Kotak while purchasing and it gave cashless with Sireesh Autos. I unfortunately had to claim as well and had no issues. 59K out of 62K bill was covered.

Originally Posted by kgt.v8

I got home XUV700 AX7 Diesel AT couple of days back. XUV700 gets the name "Silver Eagle" based on the color and the mHawk engine.

I face one issue when using Google Maps for navigation. I am used to moving the map using my fingers on my existing car with Apple Car Play to see traffic congestion on the route ahead while waiting at a signal. I am unable to move the Google Maps using my fingers with Apple Car Play version that comes in XUV700. Has anyone faced this issue?

I had exact same observation while using wife's iphone in the car for gmaps. Mine being android works much better. I Presume this is a carplay limitation.

[sinharishi]

Originally Posted by rAijin_

I'm not sure if this is Apple car play problem or due to Mahindra's integration with Apple car play.

Nothing to do with Mahindra or their infotainment system. This is how Google Maps works on ACP on all cars, you cannot use fingers to move like on AA.

[kgt.v8]

Originally Posted by rs_cockpit

I’d like to share my experience with the newly opened service center, "Landmark Mahindra," in Hyderabad.

The throttle body part was promptly replaced, and the vehicle was handed back to me by evening. The DEF was also refilled after notifying me about the current levels. Overall, the experience was excellent. I am also planning to get my 30K servicing done at the same service center. I hope this helps vehicle owners in Hyderabad.

Originally Posted by DJjoshi

Thanks for sharing this information. My 1K service experience with VVC also was not very good. For 10K service, I went to Automotive Mahindra in Attapur, which is very far from my house. Will try Landmark for next service.

I am also planning to service my XUV700 D AT from Landmark Mahindra service center in Q-City. I had written small review on the test drive experience with Landmark showroom in Tellapur after sub par sales experiences with Neon Mahindra and VVC.

Landmark showroom has test drive car available for almost all Mahindra cars, the test drive cars are cleaner and also latest ones. I wanted to experience ventilated seats on XUV700 AX7L and Scorpio-N. None of the existing big dealerships - VVC, Neon and Automotive Mahindra had new one available. I finally got to experience Scorpio-N automatic as well as XUV700 automatic back to back and no distance limited test drives. Based on sales experience I planned to give their after sales a try also.

The positive experience shared by you will not make me think twice to give my car to Landmark ASS for servicing.

[fusionbang]

Originally Posted by sinharishi

Nothing to do with Mahindra or their infotainment system. This is how Google Maps works on ACP on all cars, you cannot use fingers to move like on AA.

I don't think it is a limitation on Apple Car play. I use Google maps in my Tata Safari with Apple carplay and I can move the map with my finger without any issues. I haven't experienced how it works with Android Auto, but it works in carplay for me.

[sinharishi]

Originally Posted by fusionbang

I don't think it is a limitation on Apple Car play. I use Google maps in my Tata Safari with Apple carplay and I can move the map with my finger without any issues. I haven't experienced how it works with Android Auto, but it works in carplay for me.

Interesting! I cannot move it with my fingers without using arrows/zoom-in or out on Slavia or Jimny or Hyryder.

[fusionbang]

Originally Posted by sinharishi

Interesting! I cannot move it with my fingers without using arrows/zoom-in or out on Slavia or Jimny or Hyryder.

Let me try to make a video and post it here for reference in a day or two. I guess it has to do something with the hardware (screen).

[fusionbang]

Originally Posted by fusionbang

Let me try to make a video and post it here for reference in a day or two. I guess it has to do something with the hardware (screen).

Here is a small video, hope this is what we are referring to.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=qM7kVSRB...PcoF7F9dUqEPUa

[Sri0030]

Mahindra XUV700 Facelift Not Launching In 2025

Contrary to some media reports, Mahindra has no plans to introduce updates or launch a facelift to the XUV700 this year.

source: https://www.rushlane.com/mahindra-xu...-12520650.html

[carjack3090]

Originally Posted by Sri0030

Mahindra XUV700 Facelift Not Launching In 2025

Contrary to some media reports, Mahindra has no plans to introduce updates or launch a facelift to the XUV700 this year.

source: https://www.rushlane.com/mahindra-xu...-12520650.html

The article makes absolutely zero sense and points. The logic to say that a facelift isn't around is good sales numbers in past few months?

What I believe is that Mahindra has proctored this article to bring down inventory of Current Generation 700 as they believe a lot of buyers are awaiting a facelift and hence not buying one.

I fully believe a facelift is around the corner

[sharmanova]

The XUV700 was launched in August 2021. As the SUV approaches the 4-year mark, there have been reports speculating a possible facelift or major update in 2025. However, the latest developments suggest otherwise.

Earlier this month, Mahindra had introduced the Ebony Edition of the XUV700. This is likely to be the last update for the SUV this year. Even during the 2025 festive season, XUV700 may not get any updates or special editions. However, discounts and special offers could be introduced for XUV700 during the festive season.

Source

[carjack3090]

link (Mahindra XUV700 Review)

Reposting my comment here

I believe this is a catalogue driven by Mahindra to clear existing stock of 700 by making fence sitters purchase this car that is due a facelift later this year. The article doesn't source any clear information on why they believe the Facelift isn't coming this year

[karikaalan]

Originally Posted by Sri0030

Mahindra XUV700 Facelift Not Launching In 2025

Contrary to some media reports, Mahindra has no plans to introduce updates or launch a facelift to the XUV700 this year.

source: https://www.rushlane.com/mahindra-xu...-12520650.html

Makes sense, why fix something which ain't broke? Besides sales are still good with waiting times across the country. Next major facelift might take interior design aspects from the Mahindra EV twins in order to achieve homogeneity across the brand SUV's. 2026 perhaps?