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Expert Review on Mahindra XUV 3XO

  • Expert Rating
    c&b icon8.3/10
  • Safety
    8.8
    Comfort
    8.5
    Styling
    7.8
    Merit / USP
    8
    Significance
    8.3
    Value for Money
    8.5

car&bike Expert Take

“For its cabin space, punchy performance, five-star safety and premium features, the Mahindra XUV 3XO continues to shine in the subcompact SUV segment. Everyone may not agree with the styling or the interior plastics, but no one can deny the practicality it offers to modern families with its excellent ride quality, panoramic sunroof, and Level 2 ADAS.”

The Mahindra XUV 3XO was introduced in the Indian market as the XUV300’s successor back in 2023, and this model came with a completely redesigned profile. It got a wider, crossover-like stance that made it slightly identical to its larger sibling, the XUV700. Beneath the skin, much of everything else is still the same, such as the SsangYong Tivoli-derived platform and the generous cabin, along with the widest rear seat this class has to offer.
An extensive review of this vehicle was carried out by our Editor-in-Chief, Girish Karkera, and the video of this first drive is available on our YouTube channel. If you’re looking to read a bit more about the SUV, check out the detailed article by Assistant Editor Bilal Firfiray, where he breaks down whether you should go for the XUV 3XO or not. Their opinions on several elements have been shared throughout this article, from the car’s safety suite to its upgraded technology.
Regarding technology, we have been impressed with the way Mahindra has sought to improve on that front, with their offering now equipped with a panoramic sunroof. Radar-based Level 2 ADAS has come to the 2024 iteration as well, along with dual 10.25-inch screens and an electronic parking brake. Currently, Mahindra is selling the XUV 3XO with three potent engine options and multiple transmission choices, making it aggressively positioned against the Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, and even the Maruti Suzuki Brezza.


Bilal writes,
“The 3XO is the XUV300 reincarnated. But it has some major changes to guarantee a newer name and deserves your attention.”

Pros

  • Powerful turbocharged petrol engine options
  • Level 2 ADAS for assisting the driver
  • The first panoramic sunroof in this segment
  • Excellent rear seat passenger legroom

Cons

  • Boot space remains relatively small
  • White cabin interiors become dirty quickly
  • Diesel variants lack a torque converter
  • Missing front seat ventilation feature

Verdict

The Mahindra XUV 3XO outshone the XUV300 by tackling all the shortcomings that people had with that vehicle, from its inner layout to the onboard tech used. And this time round, the XUV 3XO added a panoramic sunroof. True, the cargo space is wider than its predecessor, but unfortunately, it still needs to catch up with the leaders of this segment. So if you have a long road trip on your mind, you'll need to give some extra thought to how you're going to fill that boot space first.

That being said, the vehicle still manages to pack tremendous value. Its second-row space is generous, the build quality offered leads in the Indian market, and the premium features are bang up to date. For families who want strong engine performance and reliable safety systems in the same package, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is unbeatable.

Girish summarises the vehicle with this statement,

“It may look more like a crossover than a traditional SUV, but it remains tough and ticks most of the boxes to make it a genuine all-rounder.”

Mahindra XUV 3XO Price List (Variant Wise)

Mahindra XUV 3XO Ex-Showroom price ranges from ₹ 7.37 to 14.55 Lakh. Mahindra offers XUV 3XO in 29 variants. The top variant of XUV 3XO is AX7L 1.2 TGDi AT and the base variant is MX1.

Variants
*Ex-Showroom Price
Petrol, 18.9 KM/L, Manual
Starts at
₹ 7.37 Lakh
Petrol, 18.9 KM/L, Manual
Starts at
₹ 8.15 Lakh
Petrol, 18.9 KM/L, Manual
Starts at
₹ 8.71 Lakh
Petrol, 18.9 KM/L, Manual
Starts at
₹ 8.8 Lakh

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