Mahindra 3XO vs Tata Nexon: Specification Comparison

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

The replacement for Mahindra XUV300 is here and it is 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

• 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

• 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 kilometers 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 7-speaker Harman audio system	10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system Wireless Android Auto and Apple 9-speaker JBL sound system
Exterior	Bi-LED projector headlights Connected LED tail lights Bi-functional LED DRLs LED fog lamps 17-inch alloy 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 Fold out rear armrest with cup holders Front centre armrest with storage	Dual-tone cabin with variations based on variant 2-spoke steering wheel Leatherette upholstery Ambient lighting
Safety	6 airbags (as standard) ABS with EBD(Electronic Stability Control) Tyre pressure monitoring system 360-degree view camera with blind view monitor Front and rear parking sensors Electronic parking brake ADAS	6 airbags (as standard) ABS with EBD (Electronic stability control) Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) 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. 

• Mahindra has announced that it will introduce wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functionality for the 3XO, but this feature will be available later through a software update.
• We would also like to point out that there have been many reports about reliability issues with the Tata Nexon and 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.
• The 3XO comes in 9 variants, while the Nexon offers 12 main variants along with additional Dark edition options.
• Other rivals for these subcompact SUVs include the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and Kia Sonet.

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