Mahindra XUV 3XO MX3 Variant Analysis: Should You Consider Stretching Your Budget For It?

Modified On Jun 09, 2024 01:00 PM By Rohit for Mahindra XUV 3XO

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The MX3 and MX3 Pro variants of the XUV 3XO get more visual as well as comfort and convenience features to make it a better offering over the lower-spec variants

For those looking to pick a mid-spec variant of the new Mahindra XUV 3XO, there are two broad variants on offer – MX2 and MX3 – with a Pro sub-variant under each. In this story, we will focus on the MX3 and MX3 Pro variants of the sub-4m SUV, which command a premium of up to Rs 1.5 lakh over the previous MX2 and MX2 Pro variants.

Variant	1.2-litre turbo-petrol	1.2-litre TGDi turbo-petrol	1.5-litre diesel
MX3	Rs 9.49 lakh (MT)/ Rs 10.99 lakh (AT)	–	Rs 10.89 lakh (MT)/ Rs 11.69 lakh (AMT)
MX3 Pro	Rs 9.99 lakh (MT)/ Rs 11.49 lakh (AT)	–	Rs 11.39 lakh (MT)
AX5	Rs 10.69 lakh (MT)/ Rs 12.19 lakh (AT)	–	Rs 12.09 lakh (MT)/ Rs 12.89 lakh (AMT)
AX5 L	–	Rs 11.99 lakh (MT)/ Rs 13.49 lakh (AT)	–

Next Variants: AX5/ AX5 L

The XUV 3XO’s feature-rich AX range starts from the AX5 variant. Mahindra is also offering the AX variants with the option of a Luxury Pack (variants with this pack have an ‘L’ suffix), which adds some extra safety and creature comfort features. That said, the AX5 L is only available with the petrol powertrain of the Mahindra XUV 3XO.

Why Consider The XUV 3XO MX3/ MX3 Pro?

The main reasons to consider the MX3 or the MX3 Pro variant is if you want the SUV to have the basic comfort and convenience features along with a sunroof and a decent set of safety tech. With the MX3 and MX3 Pro variants, the Mahindra SUV gets basic yet strong visual appeal, thanks to the inclusion of full wheel covers (MX3) and stylised wheel covers, LED projector headlights, and connected LED tail lights (MX3 Pro). Also, these two variants get more technology such as a better quality display, sunroof and wireless phone charging. The MX3 is also the entry-level variant if you want the diesel-auto combo.

Here’s what all is on offer:

	Exterior	Interior	Comfort and Convenience	Infotainment	Safety
Highlight features	Full wheel covers (MX3) LED DRLs with turn indicators (MX3 Pro)	Dual-tone cabin theme Adjustable headrests for second row	Sunroof (MX3) Cruise control (MX3) Wireless phone charger (MX3)	10.25-inch HD touchscreen system Wireless Android Auto and wired Apple CarPlay	6 airbags ESC ISOFIX child seat mounts
Other features	LED projector headlights (MX3 Pro) Connected LED tail lights (MX3 Pro) Stylised wheel covers (MX3 Pro)	Front centre armrest with storage 60:40 split-folding rear seats	All four power windows Keyless entry	4-speaker music system	Rear parking sensors Seatbelt reminders for all passengers
Upgrade to AX5/ AX5 L if you want	Auto-LED headlights 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels Roof rails Rear spoiler	Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear knob Rear armrest with cupholder Auto-dimming IRVM (AX5 L) Adjustable headrest for second row middle passenger	10.25-inch digital driver’s display Dual-zone AC Keyless entry Push-button start/stop Electrically adjustable ORVMs Height-adjustable driver seat One-touch up power window for driver Cooled glovebox (AX5 L)	Connected car tech Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 6-speaker music system Online navigation	Reversing camera Rear wiper and washer Rear defogger Rain-sensing wipers Level-2 ADAS (AX5 L) 360-degree camera with blind view monitor (AX5 L) Electronic parking brake with auto-hold (AX5 L)

Why Skip The XUV 3XO MX3/ MX3 Pro?

For a premium ranging between Rs 70,000 and Rs 1.2 lakh, the AX5 and AX5 L variants get a lot more comfort, convenience and safety features, including dual-zone AC, a 360-degree camera, and level-2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Also, the AX5 L is the entry-level variant if you want the new 1.2-litre TGDi turbo-petrol unit on the SUV.

Variant	Verdict
MX1	Buy it only if on a budget. Else, stretch to the next MX2 variant for more features as well as diesel and automatic gearbox options.
MX2	MX2	MX2 Pro
MX2	Only pick if you desire a handful of new features over the base. It’s the true entry-level variant if you want a diesel-manual option on a budget.	The true entry-level petrol variant of the SUV. Also, only choice if you want the option of a petrol-auto combo and sunroof on a budget. Gets the choice of a diesel unit as well.
MX3	MX3	MX3 Pro
MX3	Consider only for the diesel-automatic combo. Otherwise, not worth the price jump over the MX2 Pro. Skip to MX3 Pro for a more rounded package.	Gets ample visual upgrades along with the same tech as the MX3 for a justifiable premium. Misses out on a diesel-auto option.
AX5	AX5	AX5 L
AX5	Our recommended variant. Gets most of the bells and whistles for the price, along with the choice of petrol and diesel powertrains with automatic gearbox options.	Consider only if you want an AX5 with ADAS, a 360-degree camera, and an electronic parking brake with auto-hold.
AX7	AX7	AX7 L
AX7	Offers the full flagship experience of the SUV, while also being the top-spec variant for the diesel-auto combo.	Consider only if you want an AX7 with ADAS, a 360-degree camera, and an electronic parking brake with auto-hold.