Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Skoda Kylaq vs Tata Nexon (2026)
The classic compact suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Mahindra XUV 3XO if you want the most power (129 bhp).
- Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L).
- Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.40 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24.08 kmpl).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Mahindra XUV 3XO | Skoda Kylaq | Tata Nexon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹7.50 Lakh – ₹15.50 Lakh | ₹8.00 Lakh – ₹14.50 Lakh | ₹7.40 Lakh – ₹14.30 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L turbo-petrol (mStallion/TGDi) / 1.5L diesel | 1.0L TSI turbo-petrol | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L turbo iCNG |
| Max power | 129 bhp | 114 bhp | 118 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17.9-20.6 kmpl (claimed, engine dependent) | 19.1-19.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 17.44 kmpl (petrol MT), 24.08 kmpl (diesel), 24 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 364 L | 446 L | 382 L |
Mahindra XUV 3XO in short
The XUV 3XO is Mahindra's comprehensively reworked sub-4m SUV, replacing the XUV300 with sharper styling, a segment-first panoramic sunroof and Level 2 ADAS on top trims. Its 129 bhp TGDi turbo-petrol is among the punchiest in the class, and it holds a full 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. It battles the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet.
Full XUV 3XO prices & variants →Skoda Kylaq in short
The Kylaq is Skoda's first sub-4-metre SUV and its most affordable car in India, aimed squarely at the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. Every variant gets the willing 115 PS 1.0 TSI turbo-petrol, giving it the strongest driving manners in its class. A five-star Bharat NCAP result seals its family-car credentials.
Full Kylaq prices & variants →Tata Nexon in short
The Nexon is Tata's best-selling model and a perennial top-three player in India's cut-throat sub-4-metre SUV segment against the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue and Kia Sonet. The 2023 facelift brought a dramatic Curvv-inspired design, twin digital displays and a 7-speed DCA automatic. It holds 5-star ratings from both Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP, and is the only car in the class with turbo-petrol, diesel and turbo-CNG options.
Full Nexon prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
XUV 3XO vs Kylaq vs Nexon — which should I buy?
Pick the Mahindra XUV 3XO if you want the most power (129 bhp). Pick the Skoda Kylaq if you want the biggest boot (446 L). Pick the Tata Nexon if you want the lowest starting price (₹7.40 Lakh), the best claimed efficiency (up to 24.08 kmpl). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among XUV 3XO, Kylaq, Nexon?
The Tata Nexon starts lowest at ₹7.40 Lakh, against ₹7.50 Lakh for the XUV 3XO and ₹8.00 Lakh for the Kylaq (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Mahindra XUV 3XO: 5 stars; Skoda Kylaq: 5 stars; Tata Nexon: 5 stars.