Mahindra XUV500 vs Tata Safari

Last Updated: October 17, 2026

Tata Safari price starts at Rs. 13.40 Lakh, which is Rs. 6.67 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Mahindra XUV500, priced at Rs. 20.07 Lakh. On the performance front, the XUV500 uses a 2179cc engine producing 152.87bhp@3750rpm and the Safari a 1498cc engine producing 167.62bhp@5000rpm. If you're deciding between the XUV500 and Safari, the Safari is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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XUV500 vs Safari Comparison Summary

Specification Mahindra XUV500Tata Safari
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 20.07 LakhRs. 13.40 Lakh
Mileage 15.1 kmplNot Available
Engine 2179 cc1498 cc
Max power 152.87bhp@3750rpm167.62bhp@5000rpm

XUV500 vs Safari Key Highlights

Basic Info Mahindra XUV500 W11 Option ATTata Safari Petrol Smart
Rating
221 reviews
70 reviews
Brand Name Mahindra Tata
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 20.07 Lakh Rs. 13.40 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Displacement 2179 cc 1498 cc
Body Type SUV,Compact_Suv,CrossoverAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 152.87bhp@3750rpm 167.62bhp@5000rpm
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Manual
Gearbox 6 Speed 6-Speed
Drive Type FWD FWD
Colors
Tata Safari Colors
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 15.1 Kmpl Not Available
Tyre Size 235/60 R18 235/65/R17
Boot Space Not Available 680 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes No
Cruise Control Yes No
Airbags Driver, Passenger and Side Front Driver, Passenger and Side Front
EMI Not Available
Rs. 25,921 @ 10.5% (60 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 62,070 Safari Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Displacement
Not Available
1498 cc
Engine Type
mHawk155 Diesel Engine
HYPERION 1.5L
Engine Displacement
2179 cc
1498 cc
Max Power
152.87bhp@3750rpm
167.62bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque
360Nm@1750-2800rpm
280Nm@1750-3500rpm
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Manual
Gearbox
6 Speed
6-Speed
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Not Available
Paddle Shift
No
No
Fuel Supply System
Direct Injection
Not Available
Turbo Charger
Yes
Yes
Drive Mode Types
Not Available
No
Mild Hybrid
No
Not Available
Fast Charging
No
Not Available

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
70 Liters
50 Liters
Mileage (ARAI)
15.1 Kmpl
Not Available

Alloy Wheel Size Front
Not Available
17
Alloy Wheel Size Rear
Not Available
17
Suspension Front
McPherson Strut with Anti-Roll Bar Independent Suspensio
MacPherson Strut suspension
Suspension Rear
Multilink with Anti-Roll Bar Independent Suspensio
Rear twist beam
Brakes Front
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Power
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 metres
Not Available
Tyre Size
235/60 R18
235/65/R17
Alloy Wheel Size
R18
Not Available
Tyre Type
Tubeless Tyres
Radial Tubeless

Dual Tone Dashboard
No
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
No
No
Additional Interior Features
DIS in-built in Infortainment System, Soft Touch Leather on Dashboard and Door Trims, Premium Tan & Black Interiors, Illuminated Scuff Plates,Glove Box with Laptop Holder
Not Available
Digital Cluster Size
Not Available
7
Upholstery
Not Available
Fabric
Glove Box Light
Not Available
No
Leather Seats
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Adjustable
Digital Cluster
Not Available
Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Not Available
No
Air Conditioner
Not Available
Yes
Glove Box
Not Available
Yes
Seating Capacity
7
7
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
Not Available
680 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Remote
Not Available
Additional Exterior Features
Static Bending Headlamps, Glass Embedded Antenna,Tinted Solar-Reflecting Glasses, Chrome Tailgate Applique, Chrome Door Sill Cladding, Chrome Foglamp Bezel, Piano Black Central Bezel, Sport Aluminium Pedals, Icy-Blue Lounge Lighting, Twin Exhausts
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
No
Wheel Covers
Not Available
No
ORVM
Not Available
Powered
Boot Opening
Not Available
Electronic
Automatic Driving Lights
Not Available
No
Cornering Headlamps
Not Available
No
Cornering Foglamps
Not Available
No
Integrated Antenna
Not Available
Yes
LED DRLs
Not Available
Yes
LED Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
LED Taillights
Not Available
Yes
Sun Roof
Not Available
No
Projector Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Sunroof / Moonroof
Not Available
No
Outside Rear View Mirror
Yes
Not Available
Turn Indicator in ORVM
Yes
Yes
Xenon Headlights
No
Not Available
Trunk Light
No
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
No
Pole Type
Roof Rails
Yes
Yes
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4585*1890*1785 mm3
4668*1922*1795 mm3
Wheelbase
2700 mm
2741 mm
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
200 mm
Not Available
No. Of Doors
Not Available
5

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
18cm (7") colour touch screen infotainment display with GPS, USB (audio / video), Bluetooth audio, handsfree call, ipod connectivity & picture viewer, configurable wall paper, Android Auto*, Connected Apps, Tweeters on Dashboard, DIS in-built in infotainment system, E-Manual
Not Available
Connectivity
Android Auto,Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Addtional Comfort Features
Intelligent Light Sensing Headlamps, E-Manual, Inbuilt Compass, Electronic Steering Lock, Reverse Parking Camera with Dynamic Assist, Advanced Intellipark, Puddle Lamps, Entry Assist Lamp, Camping Lamp,8-Way Adjustable Driver's Seat
Not Available
USB Charger
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Central Control Armrest
Available
No
Tailgate Ajar Warning
No
Not Available
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Not Available
Rear Curtain
Not Available
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
No
Not Available
Battery Saver
No
Not Available
Lane Change Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Connected Apps, Arkamys Sound, Voice Commands & Sms read out, Mahindra Blue Sense App, Smart Watch Connectivity
Not Available
Smart Entry
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Climate Control
Not Available
Yes
Massage Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Not Available
No
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Driver's Window
No
Autonomous Parking
Full
Not Available
Drive Modes
No
No
Internal Storage
No
Not Available
No of Speakers
4
No
Rear Entertainment System
No
Not Available
Adjustable Steering
Not Available
Height & Reach
Android Auto
Not Available
No
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
No
Bluetooth
Not Available
No
USB Ports
Not Available
Yes
No of Tweeter
Not Available
No
Power Windows
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear Window Washer
Not Available
No
Speakers
Not Available
Not Available
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror
Not Available
No
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
No
Cruise Control
Yes
No
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Not Available
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
No
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
no inch
Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Yes
Not Available
Lumbar Support
Yes
Not Available
Wireless Phone Charging
Not Available
No
Subwoofer
Not Available
No
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
2nd Row 60:40 Split
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Not Available
No
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
No
Rear ACVents
Not Available
Yes
Touchscreen
Not Available
No
Multifunction Steering Wheel
Not Available
No
Rear Touch Screen Size
Not Available
No
Air Quality Control
Not Available
No
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
Not Available
No
Memory Function Seats
Not Available
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Available
No
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Adjustable Headrest
Not Available
Yes
Voice assisted sunroof
Not Available
No
Voice Commands
Not Available
No
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Powered Seats
Not Available
No
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Not Available
Push Ignition
Yes
No
AM/FM Radio
Yes
No
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Not Available
DVD Playback
No
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
No
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Front
Yes
Not Available
Speakers Rear
Yes
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
No
Follow me home headlamps
Yes
No
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Yes
Not Available
Front Cupholders
Yes
Not Available
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Cigarette Lighter
No
No
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Sunroof
Yes
Not Available
Moon Roof
Yes
Not Available

Anti-Pinch Power Windows
No
Not Available
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Not Available
Knee Airbags
No
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
No
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
No
No
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
No
No
Hill Descent Control
Yes
No
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
No
Not Available
360 View Camera
No
No
Anti Theft Alarm
Not Available
Yes
Anti Theft Device
Not Available
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbag Rear
Not Available
No
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
Not Available
5 Star
Airbags
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
No
Seat Belts
Yes
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Yes
Not Available
No of Airbags
Not Available
6
Brake Assist (BA)
No
Yes
Geo-fence Alert
Not Available
No
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
No
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
No
Yes
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
No
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Roll Over Mitigation
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Not Available
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Eletronic Stability Control (ESC)
Not Available
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
No
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
No
Day Night IRVM
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Entry
Not Available
No
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
No
Rear Camera
Not Available
No
Side Airbag
Not Available
Yes

Automatic Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Driver Attention Warning
Not Available
No
Adaptive High Beam Assist
Not Available
No
Speed Assist System
Not Available
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No

Real Time Vehicle Tracking
Not Available
No
Over the Air (OTA) Updates
Not Available
No
Google / Alexa Connectivity
Not Available
No
SOS Button
Not Available
No
RSA
Not Available
No
Live Location
Not Available
No
Remote Immobiliser
Not Available
No
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry
Not Available
Yes
Remote Vehicle Status Check
Not Available
No
Navigation With Live Traffic
Not Available
No
Live Weather
Not Available
No
ECall And ICall
Not Available
No
Save Route Place
Not Available
No
Over Speeding Alert
Not Available
No
Valet Mode
Not Available
No
In Car Remote Control App
Not Available
No

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Mahindra XUV500
  • All variants are feature rich. Thanks to its large dimensions and muscular design it has a lot of road presence.
Tata Safari
  • Big on size and road presence
  • Can seat 7 people comfortably
  • Updated interiors have good quality and better finish
  • Better infotainment experience with twin screens
  • Advanced driver assistance system (ADAS)
Mahindra XUV500
  • Interior fit and finish isn’t the best. Third-row is cramped and with all seats up there is barely any luggage room left.
Tata Safari
  • Diesel engine sounds gruff
  • No petrol or all-wheel drive option
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Shall I wait for xuv400 or buy xuv300 now? I’m planning on buying xuv300 w8(o) diesel. Or should I consider other options.
  • It would be too early to give a verdict as Mahindra XUV 400 is not launched yet. And, if we talk about Mahindra’s XUV300 is easily the brand’s best sub-4 meter SUV yet. It’s got the style and the substance to make your heart want it, but your head might think otherwise looking at the space on offer. Mahindra XUV300 is currently available in Petrol and Diesel engines. The 1197 cc Petrol engine generates a power of 108.6bhp@5000rpm and torque of 200Nm@2000-3500rpm. The 1497 cc Diesel engine generates a power of 115bhp@3750rpm and torque of 300Nm@1500-2500rpm. Mahindra XUV300 is available in both Manual
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  • Selecting between Skoda Rapid and Mahindra XUV500 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the segment, drive quality, features required, usage of the car, maintenance costs, etc. The Rapid would be a good option if you are looking for a compact sedan for everyday usability and occasional road trips. Driving dynamics as well as a lot of everyday practical features and yes, that 1-litre engine really changes that equation more than the spec sheet would suggest. Both in terms of everyday driveability as well as being exciting when the road opens up, while still staying efficient. On the other hand, if you are looking for a muscular and powerful SUV with an extra row of seats, feature-rich cabin, and good road presence then you may go with the XUV500. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test drive for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership.
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Mahindra XUV500 Vs Tata Safari FAQs

Which car is best between Mahindra XUV500 vs Tata Safari?
As per the users experiences Mahindra XUV500 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort and features in your car. But Tata Safari is better on the grounds of mileage, maintenance and safety.
Which car is cheaper Mahindra XUV500 vs Tata Safari?
The Tata Safari is cheaper than Mahindra XUV500 by ₹6.67 Lakh.
Which car offers better performance Mahindra XUV500 vs Tata Safari?
For the W11 Option AT version, 2179 cc Diesel engine of XUV500 produces 152.87bhp@3750rpm of power and 360Nm@1750-2800rpm of torque. Whereas for the Petrol Smart version, 1498 cc Petrol engine of Safari produces 167.62bhp@5000rpm of power and 280Nm@1750-3500rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Mahindra XUV500 has better performance.

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