VS
At a Glance
Power
83kW@4000
149 kW
Torque
245Nm@2000
380 Nm
Fuel
9.2L/100km
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Towing
1600kg
1500 Kg
0-100 km/h
14.7s
—
Engine
1991cc
1997 cc
Choosing between the Hyundai Tucson and the Mahindra Xuv700 is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The Hyundai Tucson delivers 83kW@4000 while the Mahindra Xuv700 produces 149 kW. Pricing starts at R272 400 for the Tucson and R627 899 for the Xuv700. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
Hyundai Tucson2.0 CRDI 4x4 H-Matic 2004 - From R272 400
Mahindra Xuv700XUV 700 2.0 Ax7 A/T Black Edition (7 Seat) 2024 - From R627 899
Performance
Power Output
83kW@4000
149 kW
Torque
245Nm@2000
380 Nm
0-100 kph
14.7s
—
Top Speed
191km/h
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Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
1991cc
1997 cc
Engine Layout
TRANSVERSE INLINE 4
inline
Cylinders
4
4
Fuel Type
DIESEL
petrol
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
automatic
Number of Gears
4
6
Drive Wheels
ALL
front
Full Time 4x4
✗
—
Low Range
✗
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
9.2L/100km
—
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.1L/100km
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
7.1L/100km
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Fuel Tank Capacity
58L
60 l
CO2 Emissions
-
198 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4325mm
4695 mm
Width
1830mm
1890 mm
Height
1730mm
1755 mm
Wheelbase
2630mm
2750 mm
Ground Clearance
195mm
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Kerb Weight
1781kg
1750 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
5
7
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1600kg
1500 Kg
Load Capacity
1856kg
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Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✗
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
—
Airbag Count
2
7
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
—
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
—
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
—
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
—
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✗
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✗
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✗
—
Sunroof
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Heated Seats
✗
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✗
—
Keyless Entry
✗
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
36
5
Warranty Distance
100000km
150000 Km
Service Plan
M
✓ Standard
Service Plan Years
—
5yr
Service Plan Distance
—
100000km
Service Intervals
10000
20000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Mahindra Xuv700
2 / 4 categories
Performance
Xuv700
Fuel Economy
Tied
Value
Tucson
Practicality
Xuv700
Pros & Cons
Hyundai Tucson
Lower starting price (R272 400)
Higher towing capacity (1600kg)
No factory service plan
Mahindra Xuv700
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more power, the Tucson or Xuv700?
The Tucson produces 83kW@4000 and 245Nm@2000 of torque while the Xuv700 delivers 149 kW and 380 Nm of torque. The Xuv700 is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Tucson and Xuv700?
The Tucson starts from R272 400 and the Xuv700 from R627 899. The Tucson is cheaper by R355 499 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Tucson or Xuv700?
The Tucson has a braked towing capacity of 1600kg and the Xuv700 can tow 1500 Kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Tucson or the Xuv700?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.