Mahindra XUV 3XO Launch

Mahindra is finally launching the updated version of the XUV300, the XUV 3XO in India. The XUV 3XO will come with 35 standard safety features, including 6 airbags, disc brakes for all four wheels, seat belt reminders for all seats, and more. The XUV 3XO is essentially a heavily revamped version of the XUV300. One of the biggest updates will be the panoramic sunroof, which will make it a first in the segment. All the competitors offer a single-pane sunroof. The vehicle will sport an all-new design and is expected to be offered.

On the design front, the XUV 3XO will feature a completely redesigned front end, with a revised bumper, new trapezoidal LED headlamps, flanked by DRLs, and an all-new grille. Towards the rear, the vehicle will receive a connected taillamp setup. Safety is a key area of concern for many car buyers and Mahindra has also joined the ‘five-star safety rated’ club. The XUV 3XO is expected to get 6 airbags, ESP, traction control, ISOFIX seat anchors and possibly, ADAS tech.

Other features include a new 10.2-inch free-standing infotainment system, a 10.2-inch digital console, AdrenoX-connected car tech, remote dual-zone climate control, and projector LED headlamps amongst others. The Mahindra XUV 3XO will compete in a competitive segment that consists of the Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and Kia Sonet amongst others.  

Amongst the competition, the XUV300 is the most powerful, which gets a 129bhp petrol engine. The Mahindra XUV 3XO will be available with two engine options, a 1.2-litre 130PS petrol engine and a 1.5-litre 117PS diesel engine. Both are turbocharged units. On the powertrain front, the vehicle is expected to retain its current crop of engines which include a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol motor that produces 108 bhp and 200 Nm of torque and a 1.2-litre turbo GDi petrol motor churning out 128 bhp and 230 Nm of torque. A 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine is also expected to be on offer, making 115 bhp and 300 Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed AMT. 

The primary competitor of the new XUV 3XO is the Tata Nexon, which also leads the segment in terms of sales. The Nexon is available in multiple powertrain options, including an all-electric version.