Mahindra XUV 3XO: On the side it looks neglected and abandoned, gone are the muscular side lines that we saw on the previous models. However, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is a radical change in the Mahindra compact SUV range,

Building on the success of the company’s offering in the form of XUV300, but with a more contemporary design, more features and a better performance.

Amidst cut-throat competition from the likes of the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue and the Kia Sonet, Mahindra has kept its chin up with a vehicle that comprises killer looks, segment-leading features along with sorted powertrain options.

It’s not just a face-lift, but a reinvention of what a compact SUV should be for the urban Indian buyer.

Modern and Sporty Design

The XUV 3XO features a new design highlight language.

On the front, get kitted out with trimmed LED headlamps, a refreshed grille with piano black inserts and an aggressive bumper that provides a muscular bearing.

The separated LED DRLs, the chiselled hood and the crisp body crimps accentuate its presence on the road.

The rear now sports a connected LED light bar, new alloy wheel designs along with a sleeker tailgate for a premium look and feel.

The XUV 3XO offers dual-tone roof options and colorful color options adding to its appeal for the younger generation that attaches value not only for form but also function.

It’s short enough to be nimble around town, yet the styling is anything but short as it looks bigger than it appears.

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High Quality , feature packed Cabin

The inside of the XUV 3XO is a huge step ahead. The dashboard has a simple design but a quality feel to it, with soft-touch materials and an uninterrupted horizontal flow.

An 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as well as a digital driver display, now assumes centre stage.

The UI is nice and easy to use, and everyday use is very smooth.

The seats are supportive enough and get leatherette upholstery on the higher trims.

Rear passengers have ample leg and headroom, and Mahindra has worked on the cabin insulation to achieve a quieter ride.

Other goodies include a segment-first panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, cordless charging, ventilated front seats, and numerous USB-C ports, bringing big-SUV opulence to the smaller bracket.

Powertrains and Performance

The XUV 3XO comes with a range of three engine choices – a 1.2L turbo-petrol (110 hp), more powerful 1.2L TGDi turbo-petrol (130 hp) and a diesel 1.5L (117 hp).

Both these engines are paired with a 6-speed manual or AMT / 6-speed torque converter respectively, depending on the variant.

The 1.2L TGDi engine meanwhile performs in a peppy manner, with great mid-range punch, just like its larger naturally aspirated sibling and this allows for easy management of overtakes.

The ride and handling package is beautifully sorted, with Mahindra holding onto the XUV300’s peerless ride upgradation.

The steering is direct, and the suspension does absorb bad roads smoothly, making the car a comfortable option both in city and highways.

Safety and Technology

The XUV 3XO is no exception and comes with Mahindra’s forte of safety. It is fitted with six airbags, as well as features such as ESP, hill start assist, traction control and all-wheel disc brakes.

Meanwhile, the top end variant is equipped with advanced features like ADAS Level 2 (autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control), making it one of the safest compact SUVs in India.

It also has 360-degree cameras, TPMS and rear parking sensors for more convenient urban-type driving.

These characteristics contribute to the feeling of confidence and effectiveness in the use of intimates on a regular basis.

Pros of Mahindra XUV 3XO

Modern and aggressive styling

Tech-first in the segment, feature-packed interior

Turbo petrol and diesel engines are potent

Comfortable and dynamic on the drive

High-level safety with ADAS and six airbagsstream.

Cons of Mahindra XUV 3XO

AMT is also slow in comparison to rivals’ DCTs

Still no diesel-auto combo

Base models lack some key features

More under-thigh support for rear seat could have been better

Boot room is still not up there with the best of them.

Mahindra XUV 3XO: Conclusion

The Mahindra XUV 3XO is a compact SUV that sounds exactly like a car Indian buyers would be interested in—it looks great, packs power, is safe and loaded with tech.

All these make the Mahindra 3XO a very serious player in the sub-4m SUV segment.

Be it the daily office commute or the weekend highway dawdle, the XUV 3XO, with a mix of performance, comfort, and modernity, does that like few others in its segment.