Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Tata Nexon (2026)
Mahindra XUV 3XO (₹7.50 Lakh – ₹15.50 Lakh) and Tata Nexon (₹7.37 Lakh – ₹14.22 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (July 2026).
- Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.13 Lakh of each other).
- The Mahindra XUV 3XO is the more powerful car, with 129 bhp against 118 bhp.
- The Tata Nexon is more efficient on paper — up to 24.08 kmpl vs 20.6 kmpl.
- The Tata Nexon has the bigger boot: 382 litres vs 364 litres.
Specification Comparison
| Spec | Mahindra XUV 3XO | Tata Nexon |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹7.50 Lakh – ₹15.50 Lakh | ₹7.37 Lakh – ₹14.22 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.2L turbo-petrol (mStallion/TGDi) / 1.5L diesel | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel / 1.2L turbo iCNG |
| Max power | 129 bhp | 118 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol, Diesel, CNG |
| Transmissions | Manual, AMT, Torque Converter AT | Manual, AMT, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17.9-20.6 kmpl (claimed, engine dependent) | 17.44 kmpl (petrol MT), 24.08 kmpl (diesel), 24 km/kg (CNG) |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 364 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 3XOprices & 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 Nexonprices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: XUV 3XO or Nexon?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.13 Lakh of each other). (Ex-showroom prices, July 2026.)
XUV 3XO vs Nexon — which is safer?
The Mahindra XUV 3XO scores 5 stars and the Tata Nexon scores 5 stars in NCAP crash tests.
Should I buy the XUV 3XO or the Nexon?
Both start at almost the same price (within ₹0.13 Lakh of each other). The Mahindra XUV 3XO is the more powerful car, with 129 bhp against 118 bhp. The Tata Nexon is more efficient on paper — up to 24.08 kmpl vs 20.6 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.