Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Tata Nexon: Specifications Compared

Modified On May 02, 2024 10:08 AM By Sonny for Mahindra XUV 3XO

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Mahindra has given the XUV300 a new name and some major upgrades, but can it take on the segment leader?

The replacement for the dated Mahindra XUV300 is here and it’s called the Mahindra XUV 3XO. With this new and improved (read: facelifted) offering, Mahindra has set its sights at the top of the sub-4m SUV segment. One of its key rivals is the Tata Nexon, so let’s see how these two fare against each other on paper. Let’s start with the dimensions:

Dimensions

Model	Mahindra 3XO	Tata Nexon
Length	3990 mm	3995 mm
Width	1821 mm	1804 mm
Height	1647 mm	1620 mm
Wheelbase	2600 mm	2498 mm
Boot Space	364 litres	382 litres
Ground Clearance	201 mm	208 mm

Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 Side

The Nexon might be longer, but the XUV 3XO is bigger in every other aspect.
However, the Tata promises a higher boot capacity than the Mahindra and a higher ground clearance too.

Powertrain & Mileage

Specifications	Mahindra 3XO		Tata Nexon
Engine	1.2-litre turbo-petrol/ 1.2-litre TGDi turbo-petrol	1.5-litre diesel	1.2-litre turbo-petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Power	112 PS/ 130 PS	117 PS	120 PS	115 PS
Torque	200 Nm/ Up to 250 Nm	300 Nm	170 Nm	260 Nm
Transmission	6MT, 6AT	6MT, 6 AMT	5MT, 6MT, 6AMT, 6DCT	6MT, 6AMT
Claimed Mileage	18.89 kmpl, 17.96 kmpl/ 20.1 kmpl, 18.2 kmpl	20.6 kmpl, 21.2 kmpl	17.44 kmpl, 17.18 kmpl, 17.01 kmpl	23.23 kmpl, 24.08 kmpl

Both, the Mahindra 3XO and Tata Nexon, offer the choice of 1.2-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines. However, the Mahindra has two versions of the turbo-petrol engine on offer, with the second one featuring direct injection for more performance.
Like the Mahindra XUV300, the 3XO has more torque to offer no matter the engine, but also has the choice of more powerful turbo-petrol and diesel engines.
While the Nexon offers as many as four transmission options with its turbo-petrol engine, including both AMT and dual-clutch automatics, the XUV 3XO gets one manual choice and a new torque converter auto.
Both SUVs offer manual and AMT options with their diesel engines.
When it comes to claimed fuel efficiency figures, the Mahindra 3XO’s turbo-petrol engines are ahead of the Nexon’s turbo-petrol engine. However, the Tata SUV’s diesel engine promises way more kilometres to the litre than the Mahindra.

Feature Highlights

Features

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Tata Nexon

Infotainment

10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system

Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

10.25-inch digital driver’s display

7-speaker Harman Kardon audio system

10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system

Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

10.25-inch digital driver’s display

9-speaker JBL sound system

Exterior

Bi-LED projector headlights

Connected LED tail lights

Bi-functional LED DRLs

LED fog lamps

17-inch alloy wheels

Panoramic sunroof

Bi-functional LED headlights

Connected LED tail lights

Sequential LED DRLs

16-inch alloy wheels

Voice assisted electric sunroof

Interior

Dual-tone cabin

Leatherette upholstery

60:40 split folding rear seats

Adjustable headrests for all 5 seats

Fold out rear armrest with cup holders

Front centre armrest with storage

Dual-tone cabin with variations based on variant

2-spoke steering wheel with illuminated Tata logo

Leatherette upholstery

Height-adjustable front seats

Ambient lighting

60:40 split-folding rear seats

Comfort & Convenience

Dual-zone climate control with rear AC vents

Auto-dimming IRVM

Cruise control

Wireless phone charger

Auto headlamps and front wipers

Power folding and adjustable ORVMs

Automatic climate control with touch controls

Rear AC vents

Wireless phone charger

Ventilated front seats

Cruise control

Auto headlamps and rain sensing wipers

Paddle shifters (AMT & DCT)

Auto-dimming IRVM

Auto-folding ORVMs

Safety

6 airbags (as standard)

All wheel disc brakes

ABS with EBD

ESC (Electronic Stability Control)

Tyre pressure monitoring system

360-degree view camera with blind view monitor

Front and rear parking sensors

ISOFIX child seat anchors

Electronic parking brake with auto hold

ADAS (adaptive cruise control, lane assist, auto emergency braking and high beam assist)

6 airbags (standard)

ABS with EBD

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

ISOFIX child seat anchors

Hill hold assist

Front and rear parking sensors

360-degree camera

Blind view monitor

In terms of highlight features, the Mahindra XUV 3XO has managed to pull a slight edge over the Tata Nexon. This is mainly down to the panoramic sunroof, ADAS suite and dual-zone climate control.
However, the Nexon still has some advantages over the 3XO with its more futuristic LED lighting setup inside and out, ventilated front seats and more premium audio system.
Both these sub-4 metre SUVs are evenly matched (on paper) in areas concerning the infotainment unit, digital driver’s display, airbags, and 360-degree camera.

Also note, Mahindra has stated that it shall offer wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functionality for the 3XO, but it is not going to be available right away and will be introduced later on via a software update.
We would also like to point out that there have been many reports about reliability issues with the Tata Nexon and the poor quality of aftersales service. If Mahindra’s new 3XO can avoid these pitfalls, it would become a lot easier to choose between these two cars.

Prices

Mahindra XUV 3XO	Tata Nexon
Rs 7.49 lakh to Rs 15.49 lakh (introductory)	Rs 8.15 lakh to Rs 15.80 lakh

All prices are ex-showroom

The Mahindra XUV 3XO is more affordable than the Tata Nexon both at the entry level (by Rs 76,000) as well as the top-end variants.

Also read: Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Key Rivals: Price Talk

While the 3XO is offered in 9 variants, the Nexon’s list has 12 broad variants with additional Dark edition variants as well.
Other rivals for these subcompact SUVs include the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and Kia Sonet.