Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Kia Sonet

Should you buy Mahindra XUV 3XO or Kia Sonet? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Mahindra XUV 3XO price starts at Rs 7.99 Lakh ex-showroom for MX1 (Petrol) and Kia Sonet price starts Rs 8 Lakh ex-showroom for HTE (Petrol). XUV 3XO has 1498 cc (Diesel top model) engine, while Sonet has 1493 cc (Diesel top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the XUV 3XO has a mileage of 20.6 kmpl (Diesel top model) and the Sonet has a mileage of 24.1 kmpl (Diesel top model).

XUV 3XO Vs Sonet

Key Highlights	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Kia Sonet
On Road Price	Rs.17,91,229^*	Rs.17,83,217^*
Mileage (city)	17 kmpl	-
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Engine(cc)	1498	1493
Transmission	Manual	Automatic

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Mahindra XUV 3XO
Rs14.99 Lakh^*
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Kia Sonet
Rs15.60 Lakh^*
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Mahindra XUV 3XO
AX7 L Diesel
14.99 Lakh^*
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Kia Sonet
GTX Plus Diesel AT
15.60 Lakh^*
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Basic Information	AX7 L Diesel	GTX Plus Diesel AT
On-Road Price in New Delhi	Rs.17,91,229^*	Rs.17,83,217^*
Finance Available (EMI)	Rs.34,606/month Get EMI Offers	Rs.34,826/month Get EMI Offers
Insurance	Rs.85,063	Rs.5,900
User Rating	4.5 Based on 284 Reviews	4.4 Based on 172 Reviews
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

AX7 L Diesel

GTX Plus Diesel AT

On-Road Price in New Delhi

Rs.17,91,229^*

Rs.17,83,217^*

Finance Available (EMI)

Rs.34,606/month

Get EMI Offers

Rs.34,826/month

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Insurance

Rs.85,063

Rs.5,900

User Rating

4.5

Based on 284 Reviews

4.4

Based on 172 Reviews

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Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	Turbo with CRDe	1.5L CRDi VGT
Displacement (cc)	1498	1493
No. of Cylinders	44 Cylinder Cars	44 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	115.05bhp@3750rpm	114bhp@4000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)	300Nm@1500-2500rpm	250Nm@1500-2750rpm
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	-	CRDi
Turbo Charger	Yes	Yes
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Gearbox	6-Speed	6-Speed AT
Drive Type	FWD	FWD
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Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbo with CRDe

1.5L CRDi VGT

Displacement (cc)

1498

1493

No. of Cylinders

44 Cylinder Cars

Max Power (bhp@rpm)

115.05bhp@3750rpm

114bhp@4000rpm

Fuel & Performance
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel
Mileage City (kmpl)	17	-
Mileage Highway (kmpl)	20.6	-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)	-	19
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	42	45
Emission Norm Compliance	BS VI 2.0	BS VI 2.0
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension	MacPherson Strut suspension
Rear Suspension	Rear twist beam	Rear twist beam
Steering Type	Electric	Electric
Steering Column	-	Tilt
Turning Radius (Metres)	5.3	-
Front Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc	Disc
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	215/60 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)	17	16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)	17	16
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Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension

MacPherson Strut suspension

Rear Suspension

Rear twist beam

Steering Type

Electric

Steering Column

Tilt

Dimensions & Capacity
Length (mm)	3990	3995
Width (mm)	1821	1790
Height (mm)	1647	1642
Wheel Base (mm)	2600	2500
Seating Capacity	5	5
Boot Space (Litres)	364	385
No. of Doors	5	5
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Comfort & Convenience
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	2 Zone	Yes
Air Quality Control	-	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	-	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	-	Adjustable
Adjustable Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	-
Rear AC Vents	Yes	Yes
Active Noise Cancellation	-	No
Multifunction Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	60:40 Split	60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Cooled Glovebox	Yes	-
Bottle Holder	Front & Rear Door	Front & Rear Door
Voice Commands	-	Yes
Paddle Shifters	No	Yes
USB Charger	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Central Console Armrest	With Storage	With Storage
Hands-Free Tailgate	No	No
Gear Shift Indicator	-	No
Rear Curtain	No	-
Luggage Hook And Net	-	Yes
Battery Saver	-	Yes
Additional Features	Smart Steering Modes, Auto Wiper	Assist Grips,Full Size DriverSeatback Pocket,Auto Light Control,Console Lamp (bulb type),Lower Full Size Seatback Pocket (passenger),passenger Seatback Pocket-Upper & Lower (full Size),All Door Power Windows with Illumination,Rear Door Sunshade Curtain, Eco Coating, Sunglass Holder, Rear parcel shelf, Cruise Control with Manual Speed Limit Assist, Auto antiglare (ECM) rear view mirror with Kia Connect controls
Massage Seats	No	No
Memory Function Seats	No	No
One Touch Operating Power Window	Driver's Window	All
Autonomous Parking	No	No
Drive Modes	-	3
Glove Box Light	Yes	-
Idle Start Stop System	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Sunblind	No	Yes
Rear Windscreen Sunblind	No	No
Power Windows	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
Cup Holders	Front & Rear	-
Drive Mode Types	-	NORMAL\|ECO\|SPORTS
Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Steering	-	Yes
KeyLess Entry	Yes	Yes
Ventilated Seats	No	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	Front
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Yes	Yes
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Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering

Automatic Climate Control

2 Zone

Air Quality Control

Accessory Power Outlet

Interior
Tachometer	Yes	Yes
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel	Yes	No
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector	Yes	No
Glove Box	Yes	Yes
Cigarette Lighter	No	No
Folding Table In The Rear	No	No
Dual Tone Dashboard	-	No
Additional Features	65 W USB - C Fast Charging, Adjustable Headrest for 2nd Row Middle Passenger, Soft Touch Leatherette on Dashboard & Door Trims	Silver Painted Door Handles, Connected Infotainment & Cluster Design - Black High Gloss, Leatherette Wrapped Gear Knob, Leatherette wrapped Door armrest, LED Ambient Sound Lighting, All Black Interiors with Sporty White Inserts, Leatherette wrapped D-cut steering wheel with GT line logo, High gloss black finish AC vents garnish, Sporty Alloy Pedals, Sporty All Black Roof Lining
Digital Cluster	Yes	Yes
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)	10.25	10.25
Upholstery	Leatherette	Leatherette
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Interior

Tachometer

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector

Exterior
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Rear Right Side
Wheel
Headlight
Taillight
Front Left Side
Available Colours	Dune BeigeEverest WhiteStealth Black Plus Galvano GreyStealth BlackDune Beige Plus Stealth BlackNebula Blue Plus Galvano GreyGalaxy Grey Plus Stealth BlackTango Red Plus Stealth BlackRedGalaxy Grey+11 MoreXUV 3XO Colours	Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black PearlImperial BlueGlacier White Pearl With Aurora Black PearlGravity GrayIntense Red With Aurora Black Pearl+4 MoreSonet Colours
Body Type	SUVAll SUV Cars	SUVAll SUV Cars
Adjustable Headlamps	Yes	-
Headlamp Washers	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	-	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Tinted Glass	-	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Sun Roof	Yes	Yes
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Smoke Headlamps	-	No
Projector Headlamps	Yes	-
Halogen Headlamps	No	No
Cornering Foglamps	No	-
Roof Rails	Yes	Yes
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
LED Headlamps	Yes	Yes
LED Taillights	Yes	Yes
LED Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Electronic Trumpet Horn, LED DRL with Front turn Indicator, Diamond Cut Alloys	Silver Brake Caliper, Body Color Front & Rear bumper, Side Moulding - Black, Glossy Black Delta garnish, Body colour outside door handle, High Mount Stop Lamp, Crown Jewel LED headlamps, Star Map LED DRLs, Star Map LED Connected Tail Lamps, Sporty Crystal Cut Alloy Wheels, Xclusive Piano Black Outside mirror, Kia Signature Tiger nose grille with Knurled Premium Dark Metallic Surround, Sporty Aero Dynamic Front & Rear Skid Plates with Dark Metallic Accents, Dark Metallic Door garnish, Belt Line Chrome, Glossy Black Roof Rack, Sleek LED Fog lamps
Fog Lights	Front	Front
Antenna	-	Shark Fin
Convertible Top	No	-
Sunroof	Panoramic	Single Pane
Boot Opening	Electronic	Electronic
Heated Outside Rear View Mirror	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM)	Powered & Folding	Powered & Folding
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	215/60 R16
Tyre Type	Tubeless, Radial	Radial Tubeless
Wheel Size (Inch)	No	No
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Exterior

Photo Comparison

Rear Right Side

Wheel

Headlight

Taillight

Front Left Side

Available Colours

Dune BeigeEverest WhiteStealth Black Plus Galvano GreyStealth BlackDune Beige Plus Stealth Black+11 MoreXUV 3XO Colours

Glacier White PearlSparkling SilverPewter OliveIntense RedAurora Black Pearl+4 MoreSonet Colours

Body Type

SUVAll SUV Cars

Adjustable Headlamps

Safety
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	-	Yes
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	-
Anti Theft Alarm	-	Yes
No. of Airbags	6	6
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag Rear	No	No
Day Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Xenon Headlamps	No	-
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	-	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	With Guidedlines	With Guidedlines
Anti Theft Device	-	Yes
Anti Pinch Power Windows	-	All Windows
Speed Alert	Yes	Yes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock	Yes	Yes
Knee Airbags	No	No
Isofix Child Seat Mounts	Yes	Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)	No	No
Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts	Driver and Passenger	Driver and Passenger
Blind Spot Monitor	Yes	Yes
Geo Fence Alert	Yes	-
Hill Descent Control	-	No
Hill Assist	-	Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock	-	Yes
360 View Camera	Yes	Yes
Curtain Airbag	Yes	Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)	Yes	Yes
Global NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	-
Bharat NCAP Safety Rating (Star)	5	-
Bharat NCAP Child Safety Rating (Star)	5	-
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Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Brake Assist

Central Locking

Child Safety Locks

ADAS
Forward Collision Warning	Yes	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	Yes	-
Traffic Sign Recognition	Yes	-
Lane Departure Warning	Yes	Yes
Lane Keep Assist	Yes	Yes
Driver Attention Warning	-	Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control	Yes	-
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert	-	Yes
Adaptive High Beam Assist	Yes	Yes
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ADAS

Forward Collision Warning

Automatic Emergency Braking

Traffic Sign Recognition

Lane Departure Warning

Advance Internet
Live Location	Yes	Yes
Remote Immobiliser	Yes	-
Unauthorised Vehicle Entry	Yes	-
Engine Start Alarm	Yes	-
Remote Vehicle Status Check	Yes	Yes
PUC Expiry	Yes	-
Insurance Expiry	Yes	-
E-Manual	Yes	-
Inbuilt Assistant	Yes	Yes
Hinglish Voice Commands	-	Yes
Navigation With Live Traffic	Yes	Yes
Send POI to Vehicle From App	Yes	Yes
Live Weather	Yes	Yes
E-Call & I-Call	Yes	Yes
Over the Air (OTA) Updates	Yes	Yes
Google / Alexa Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Save Route/Place	Yes	Yes
SOS Button	Yes	Yes
RSA	Yes	Yes
Over Speeding Alert	Yes	-
Tow Away Alert	Yes	-
Valet Mode	Yes	-
Remote AC On/Off	Yes	Yes
Remote Door Lock/Unlock	Yes	Yes
Remote Vehicle Ignition Start/Stop	Yes	-
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Advance Internet

Live Location

Remote Immobiliser

Unauthorised Vehicle Entry

Engine Start Alarm

Entertainment & Communication
Radio	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Wireless Phone Charging	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes	Yes
Touchscreen Size	10.25	10.25
Connectivity	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay	Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto	Yes	Yes
Apple Car Play	Yes	Yes
No. of Speakers	4	4
Additional Features	Twin HD 26.03 cm Infotainment, Harman Kardon Premium Audio with Amplifier & Sub-woofer, Wireless Android Auto And Apple CarPlay, Adrenox Connect	HD Touchscreen Navigation with Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, AI Voice Recognition System, BOSE premium 7 speaker system with dynamic speed compensation, Bluetooth multi connection
Usb Ports	Yes	Yes
Tweeter	2	2
Subwoofer	-	1
Speakers	Front & Rear	Front & Rear
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Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Mahindra XUV 3XO
- Spacious cabin among the roomiest in class.
- Well-specced lower variants such as the MX3 Pro and AX5.
- Long feature list including panoramic sunroof, L2 ADAS, 360° camera and twin 10.25” screens.
- Option of automatic with both petrol and diesel engine.
Kia Sonet
- Looks better than before with a better lighting setup.
- Added features, borrowed from a segment above, make it one of the most loaded SUV in its segment.
- Most number of powertrain options in the segment, with 3 engines and 5 transmission options to choose from.
- One of the best all rounders in the segment.

Mahindra XUV 3XO
- Limited bootspace. No parcel shelf provided.
- Minor misses: seat ventilation, wireless Apple CarPlay.
Kia Sonet
- Borrowing powertrains and features from a segment above has made it pretty expensive.
- Cabin insulation could have been better.
- Turbo-petrol engine option, in Sport mode, feels jerky to drive in traffic.
- Rear seats could have had better cushioning and better space

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Rs.7.99 - 15.56 Lakh^*
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Rs.7.99 - 15.56 Lakh^*
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Rs.7.99 - 15.56 Lakh^*
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Sonet comparison with similar cars

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KiaSonet
Rs.8 - 15.60 Lakh^*
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Rs.7.94 - 13.62 Lakh^*
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Rs.8.69 - 14.14 Lakh^*
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Rs.8 - 15.60 Lakh^*
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Questions & answers

Q ) Which car is cheaper between Mahindra XUV 3XO and Kia Sonet?

A ) Mahindra XUV 3XO price starts at ₹ 7.99 Lakh & Kia Sonet price starts at ₹ 8 Lakh in New Delhi. Mahindra XUV 3XO is cheaper between these two cars.

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*Ex-showroom price in New Delhi

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