Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Tata Nexon (2026)
Mahindra XUV 3XO (₹7.79 Lakh – ₹15.04 Lakh) and Tata Nexon (₹7.40 Lakh – ₹14.52 Lakh) go head-to-head in the compact suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Tata Nexon is more affordable — it starts ₹0.39 Lakh lower than the Mahindra XUV 3XO.
- 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
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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 →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 →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: XUV 3XO or Nexon?
The Tata Nexon is more affordable — it starts ₹0.39 Lakh lower than the Mahindra XUV 3XO. (Ex-showroom prices, October 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?
The Tata Nexon is more affordable — it starts ₹0.39 Lakh lower than the Mahindra XUV 3XO. 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.