Intro
Mahindra’s flagship SUV, the XUV700, continues to turn heads in 2025, and while it’s already known for its bold design and tech-packed features, the interior is where things are getting even more interesting this year. It’s not a full-blown overhaul, but a smart refresh that brings in new interior colours, layout tweaks, and some subtle luxury touches. And if you’re wondering what’s actually new inside, not just the usual marketing jazz—this one’s for you.
So let’s dive into what’s fresh (and what’s not so fresh) inside the 2025 XUV700.
New Interior Colour Themes
Let’s start with the colours, because, honestly, the cabin’s vibe changes a lot depending on the trim.
1. Dual-Tone Black & Beige (Still Around)
This combo has been around since the XUV700 launched. It’s a classic Mahindra choice: beige seats, black dashboard, beige door inserts. Some people love it because it looks premium and bright inside. Others not so much—mainly because beige interiors are a nightmare to keep clean if you live in dusty areas or have kids.
In 2025, this colour scheme continues in the lower and mid variants. No drastic changes here, but the materials feel slightly improved—maybe a bit softer, though not luxury-soft. More like “Hey, this doesn’t feel cheap” soft.
2. All-Black Interior – The “Ebony” Edition
Now this is the big one for 2025. The all-new Ebony Edition brings an all-black cabin theme that just looks… cool. Sleek, bold, a bit sporty. It’s not a complete blackout either—there’s some brushed silver trim on the dashboard and center console to break the monotony. The headliner (that’s the ceiling, for non-car nerds) is light grey, which balances out the black nicely.
It’s a definite step up for those who felt the beige interiors were too soft-looking. Plus, black interiors are much easier to keep looking clean—even though fingerprints on the touchscreen will still drive you nuts.
Layout & Dashboard Changes
Okay, colour aside—what about the layout?
1. Dual-Screen Setup (Still Default)
The 2025 XUV700 keeps the now-familiar dual-screen layout: one screen for the digital instrument cluster and another for infotainment. Both are 10.25 inches, and they flow into each other with that Mercedes-style one-panel look.
It’s responsive, fairly intuitive, and runs Mahindra’s custom OS (yep, still AdrenoX). Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are finally more stable now, too—not perfect, but definitely improved over earlier versions.
Nothing radically new here—just some UI polish and slightly better animation transitions. But hey, it works.
2. Triple-Screen Dash? Hmm… Not Yet
There’s been so much buzz about a possible triple-screen dash—like, one for the passenger too. While some images floating around seem to hint at it, it hasn’t made it into the production model. Not yet, at least. Would it be cool? Sure. Would it add value? Hmm, maybe. Right now, though, Mahindra is keeping things familiar.
If you were hoping for Tesla-like screen overload, you’ll have to wait a bit longer. Maybe 2026?
Seats & Material Feel
This is one of those areas where small changes make a big difference.
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Seat cushioning feels a tad denser now. Long drives are more comfy, especially in the second row.
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The leatherette quality on higher trims feels better than before. It’s not actual leather, but it doesn’t scream “cheap.”
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In the Ebony Edition, the stitching is black-on-black. Understated but elegant. Some might’ve preferred contrast stitching, though—like red or grey for sportier flair.
Front seats still get ventilation in higher variants, and the driver’s seat has memory functions (AX7L and up). Second-row passengers get rear AC vents and USB-C charging. Nothing groundbreaking, but it’s practical and family-friendly.
Ambient Lighting & Cabin Vibe
Ambient lighting? Yes, it’s there—but don’t expect a nightclub. It’s more on the subtle side: soft lighting in the footwells and door panels, mostly white or soft blue. It’s not customizable in base trims, and even in top trims, the colour choices are limited.
So no crazy RGB lighting yet. But honestly, that’s fine. Not everyone wants their car to look like a gaming PC.
The overall cabin insulation also feels slightly improved this year. Less road noise seeps in at highway speeds, especially if you’re sitting in the second row.
Storage, Console, and Usability
Nothing too different here either, but a few thoughtful touches:
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Wireless charging pad sits just below the infotainment screen—fits most phones, though big ones can be a tight squeeze.
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Cupholders remain in the center console, but the rubber grip inside feels better than before.
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Center armrest storage is deep enough for sunglasses, sanitizers, or even a small tablet.
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Rear seat center armrest has cupholders too—still a bit shallow, but better than none.
One minor annoyance? The door pockets could be deeper. You can fit a 1-liter bottle, but not much else. Also, no cooled glovebox yet. A missed opportunity there.
Exterior Colour Influence on Interiors
Interestingly, Mahindra added new exterior colours this year—like Burnt Sienna and Deep Forest. What’s nice is that some of these colour choices change the interior vibe too.
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Burnt Sienna variants often pair with the Ebony black interior.
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Some Deep Forest and Electric Blue models come with a grey-black combo inside.
It’s not fully customizable yet (like European cars where you pick every trim colour), but you can kind of match your outside colour to your cabin preference now.
Overall Vibe in 2025
If you’re expecting a total interior revolution—this isn’t that. But what Mahindra has done is refine, sharpen, and make the XUV700’s cabin more premium where it matters. Especially with the Ebony Edition, the SUV finally feels like it can stand next to rivals that brag about “luxury feel” and not feel out of place.
There’s still room for improvement—especially in ambient lighting, touchscreen speed, and rear-seat luxury—but in terms of sheer value, the XUV700 continues to punch above its weight.
Final Thoughts (with a few flaws)
So yeah, it’s not perfect. The screen can lag once in a while, beige interiors are still impractical for messy families, and that triple-screen setup? Still MIA. But the 2025 XUV700 is more mature now—especially in the interior department. Cleaner lines, better materials, darker tones, and subtle luxury upgrades.
If you were already considering this SUV, the new updates might just nudge you over the edge. And if you’ve been waiting for a reason to upgrade from the 2022/23 model? The all-black cabin might be your excuse.
Just make sure your music playlist is ready—because the speakers? Still bangin’.