Mahindra prices XUV 3XO for Australia

INDIAN car manufacturer Mahindra has priced its keenly anticipated XUV 3XO compact SUV for the Australian market, the vehicle available until August 31 from $23,490 driveaway in entry-grade AX5L format and from $26,490 driveaway for the flagship AX7L.

While prices will increase by $500 from September 1, the driveaway offer places the Mahindra XUV 3XO in step with segment rivals including the Hyundai Venue (from $24,750 plus on-road costs), remaining Mitsubishi ASX stock (from $26,740 + ORC), GWM Haval Jolion and MG ZS (both from $26,990 d/a) and Chery Tiggo 4 (from $23,990 d/a).

Equipment highlights for the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5L include dual 10.25-inch instrumentation and infotainment screens, cloth upholstery, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, six-speaker sound, 16-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and ignition, dusk-sensing headlights, a sunroof, self-dimming rear-view mirror, wireless phone charging pad, rear parking sensors, and a 360-degree camera system.

The top-spec XUV 3XO AX7L adds 17-inch alloy wheels, a seven-speaker harman/kardon audio bundle, cooled glovebox, panoramic Skyroof, soft-touch leatherette upholstery, LED front fog lights, front parking sensors, and a 65-watt USB-C fast charger.

In addition to a body constructed of 45 per cent ultra-high-strength steel, the XUV 3XO offers standard safety features including six airbags, adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go, autonomous emergency braking, high beam assistance, lane departure warning and lane keeping assistance, traffic sign recognition, tyre pressure monitoring, and both ISOFIX and top-tether child-seat anchorages.

Based upon the previous-generation SsangYong Tivoli, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is said to be 80 per cent all-new and features its own sheetmetal and powertrain.

The latter is a turbocharged 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol producing 82kW at 5000rpm and 200Nm between 1500-3500rpm. Drive is to the front wheels via an Aisin six-speed torque converter automatic transmission.

Operating on 95 RON premium unleaded, the combination is said to deliver a combined-cycle fuel consumption figure of 6.5 litres per 100km with CO2 emissions of 137 grams per kilometre. Fuel tank capacity is listed at 42 litres.

The Mahindra XUV 3XO rides on a Macpherson strut front / torsion beam rear suspension arrangement offering ground clearance of 201mm. Braking is via four-wheel discs.

With over 70 dealerships nationally, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is backed by a seven-year/150,000km warranty with included roadside assistance and a six-year/85,000km capped-price servicing program the importer says equates to just two cents per kilometre over the seven-year period.

The initial service interval is set at 12 months or 10,000km (whichever comes first) and costs $279. Subsequent schedule servicing intervals are 12 months or 15,000km (whichever comes first) with total pricing over the six-year period totalling $1994 – or 17 per cent less than the average cost of vehicle servicing in the segment.

Speaking at the Australian launch of the XUV 3XO in the Yarra Valley this week, Mahindra & Mahindra head of international operations Sachin Arolkar said that local testing of the model contributed to a robust yet refined finish well suited to Australian conditions.

“Australia is central to Mahindra’s global vision and launch of the XUV 3XO underscores our commitment to delivering authentic, world-class SUVs that resonate with Australian customers,” he said.

“With its spirited performance, advanced safety features, cutting-edge technology, and exceptional value, the XUV 3XO is poised to make a strong impact and strengthen our presence in Australia.”

Visit GoAuto again soon for our Australian launch review of the 2025 Mahindra XUV 3XO.