South Africa is the first country outside of India to welcome the all-new Mahindra XUV 3XO. In India, Mahindra dealers took over 50 000 orders for the new model in the first hour after opening for business on the launch day.

In South Africa, customers can look forward to the new XUV 3XO of which deliveries will start from 3 October 2024.

What is it?

The all-new XUV 3XO sets new benchmarks in the compact sport utility vehicle (C-SUV) segment, with standout design, premium interiors, a truly comfortable ride, cutting-edge technology, thrilling performance and the highest level of safety, says the manufacturer.

“It is very fitting that in our twentieth year of operations in South Africa, we launch this new Authentic SUV, offering advanced technology but at the same time maintaining our value proposition for the South African Customer, says Rajesh Gupta, CEO of Mahindra South Africa.

Exterior:

The XUV 3XO introduces a bold, athletic silhouette that commands attention. It features a distinctive front grille and headlamp design with a piano black finish on the grille and LED headlamps, LED Daytime Running Lights and LED fog lamps.

Several unique wheel designs have been penned for the different XUV 3XO models, including stylish 17” diamond-cut alloy wheels on luxury models.

At the rear, the infinity LED tail lamp, which stretches across the rear of the vehicle, emphasises the wide and stable stance of the XUV 3XO.

Interior:

Mahindra also incorporated the feedback from customers across the globe, including South Africa, in its design process. This can clearly be seen in new design features such as the black leatherette interior and the large, expansive floating 10.25” infotainment system that combines with the 10.25” digital cluster.

Its cabin boasts premium interiors with a soft-touch leatherette dashboard that extends to the door trims and leatherette seat upholstery to elevate the sense of sophistication. Leather accents on the steering wheel, gear knob and front armrest further enhance the premium feel.

The Sky roof is the largest in its class and there is a 360-degree surround view system with blind view monitoring.

The XUV 3XO excels in providing a spacious and comfortable environment for all its occupants. It boasts best-in-class occupant space, which is remarkably generous, comparable even to SUVs a class above. This is complemented by the spacious boot space, which can accommodate up to 364 litres.

Technology:

The first-in-segment features, like a 65 W USB-C charging point and Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold, are tailored for tech-savvy users seeking convenience on the go.

Adding to the list, an immersive audio experience is created through a Harman Kardon Premium Audio with a dedicated amplifier and sub-woofer.

Additionally, Level 2 ADAS with 10 features ensures enhanced driving assistance and safety measures. The inclusion of radar technology aids the ability to detect obstacles in challenging weather conditions such as heavy rain or dense fog, thereby offering crucial collision warnings and facilitating Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB).

Drivetrain:

The XUV 3XO is powered by a turbo-petrol engine of 1.2 litres, delivering 82 kW and 200 Nm of torque.

Transmission options are either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic gearbox.

Prices:

1.2T MX2 6MT (R254 999), 1.2T MX2 6AT (R274 999), 1.2T MX3 6MT (R274 999), 1.2T MX3 6AT (R294 999), 1.2T AX5 6MT (R319 999), 1.2T AX5 6AT (R344 999), 1.2T AX5L 6AT (R374 999) and the 1.2T AX7L 6AT (R404 999).

The MX2 and MX3 versions have a 3-year / 55 000 km service plan, while the AX5 and AX7 versions have a 5-year / 100 000 km service plan. All models come standard with a 5-year / 150 000 km factory warranty (specification levels are model dependent).