# Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Tata Nexon: Entry-Level Variant Face-Off

URL: https://technosports.co.in/mahindra-xuv-3xo-vs-tata-nexon-face-off/  
Published: 2024-05-19  
Updated: 2024-05-19  
Author: Ishika Setia

When [Mahindra](https://www.mahindra.com/) launched the XUV 3XO, it created havoc in the Indian sub-four-metre SUV market. The XUV 3XO outshined its predecessor and undercut all its chief rivals by at least ₹50,000. Tata Motors, desperate to maintain its territory and similarly on prices, relaunched the Nexon with a newly introduced basic variant called Smart (O). We’ll compare the basic variants of these SUVs in this article.

![Mahindra XUV 3XO](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/image-8-99-jpg.webp)

## **Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Tata Nexon**

### **Prices**

Mahindra offers the XUV 3XO in nine variants: MX1, MX2, MX2 Pro, MX3, MX3 Pro, AX5, AX5 L, AX7, and AX7 L. So, we’ll take the MX1 as it’s the available base version available at ₹7.49 lakh. As mentioned before, Tata Nexon gets four trims – Smart, Pure, Creative, and Fearless. Nexon also introduces three new variants – Smart (O), Smart+, and Smart+ S, along with the new base-spec petrol version starting at ₹7.99 lakh at ex-showroom. The XUV 3XO MX1 is ₹50,000 cheaper than the Smart base-spec of the Nexon, which simulates a similar idea in this attribution.

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/image-8-100-jpg.webp)

### **Powertrain**

The 1.2-litre turbo-petrol motor equips both the Mahindra XUV 3XO and the [Tata Nexon](https://technosports.co.in/?s=Tata+Nexon). The Nexon’s three-cylinder Revotron unit labors in a maximum output of 118bhp and 170Nm of peak torque and is outfitted to the five-speed manual gearbox. In contrast, the XUV 3XO possesses a medallion gasoline motor that makes 109bhp and 200Nm outfitted with the six-speed manual gearbox.

### **Mahindra XUV 3XO MX1 Features**

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/image-8-101-jpg.webp)

The Mahindra XUV 3XO MX1 variant comes with a wide range of additional features to improve comfort, safety, and convenience. These include a halogen projector headlamp with LED DRLs and LED indicators on the OVRMs for clear visibility and a more modest look. It also comes with six airbags, Electronic Stability Control, and ISOFIX mounts. Other features include steering modes, engine start/stop, and a front armrest with storage facilities.

### **Tata Nexon Smart (O) Features**

The Tata Nexon Smart variant is also packed with some additional features that focus on both safety and luxury. Offering a higher level of sophistication along with a high priority of safety for the occupants. Exterior enhancements include LED headlamps, LED DRLs, and LED taillamps. Inside, the Nexon Smart (O) features a stylish twin-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated logo and front power windows for added convenience.

## **FAQs**