MAHINDRA XUV 3X0
BBC TopGear India|May 2024
Tech upgrades and comfort at its best
MIRA ERDA
MAHINDRA XUV 3X0

The addition of the XUV 3XO to Mahindra's SUV lineup has certainly set the cat amongst the pigeons in the compact SUV segment. The XUV 3XO is a comprehensive facelift that effectively replaces the older XUV300, with a lot more features to disrupt the competition.

While the design and styling may not appeal to all tastes, what will catch a buyer's fancy is the number of trim levels that cater to different budgets. From the entry-level model MX1 trim with a starting price of Rs 7.49 lakh, to the fully-loaded variant AX7L priced at Rs 15.49 lakh, there's an XUV 3XO for everyone! Let's dive right into it and check out all the new features and upgrades Mahindra has come up with.

EXTERIORS 

At first glance, you will see that the XUV 3XO has a thoroughly revised front-end when compared to the older XUV300. What stands out are the C-shaped LED DRLs that flank the bi-halogen projector headlamps.

These take inspiration from the larger XUV700's light signature. The bumper is reprofiled too and the piano black grille with chrome slats does give the XUV300 a classy yet aggressive look. While the front of the 3XO is visually busy with multiple elements, the silhouette is identical to that of its predecessor, with a new design for the 17-inch alloy wheels on the top trims being the main differentiator in terms of styling.

Lesser trims get 16-inch steel wheels. The black side cladding also gives the XUV a rough and rugged look. Moving to the rear end of the car, you get connected LED tail lamps which accentuate the width of the XUV and make it look more funky. You also get an array of colour options with the XUV 3XO, including this loud Citrine yellow with a dual-tone black roof that we had on test.

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