Comparing the Mahindra XUV 3XO and the Mahindra Thar side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is available at ₹754,000, while the Mahindra Thar is priced at ₹999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XUV 3XO comes with a 1,197 cc unit compared to the Mahindra Thar's 1997 cm3, producing 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm and 112kW @ 5000 r/min respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 20 kmpl for the Mahindra XUV 3XO versus 15.2 kmpl for the Mahindra Thar. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 12V automotive battery layout | 12V heavy-duty automotive electrical architecture |
| Displacement | 1,197 cc | 1997 cm3 |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive | RWD/ 4WD |
| Engine Type | mStallion Turbo Charged Intercooled Gasoline Direct injection (TGDi) engine | 2.0 L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
| Fuel Type | Petrol / Diesel | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AutoSHIFT+ AMT / 6-Speed AISIN Torque Converter Automatic | 6‑speed (MT/AT) |
| Mileage | 20 kmpl | 15.2 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Power | 96 kW @ 5,000 rpm | 112kW @ 5000 r/min |
| Starter | Smart passive proximity electronic starter with automatic idle start-stop capabilities | keyless engine ignition system |
| Torque | 230 Nm @ 1,500‑3,750 rpm | 320Nm @ 1500-3000 r/min |
| Transmission Type | Manual / Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) / Automatic | Manual / Automatic |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 364 l | 257 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 2110 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 201 mm | 226 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1392 kg | 1650 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 3,990 mm × 1,821 mm × 1,647 mm | 3850 mm, 1820 mm, 1855 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm | 2,450 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with adjustable tilt and selectable Smart Steering Modes | Hydraulic Power Steering column with mechanical Tilt adjustment only; telescopic adjustment is omitted |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror | Manual day/night anti-glare internal rearview mirror adjustment toggle |
| Central Locking | Speed-sensing automatic door lock layout | Speed-sensing automatic central door-locking logic |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control | Heavy-duty manual air conditioning unit paired with newly introduced rear AC vents |
| Cluster | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) fully digital instrument cluster with customizable layout options | 4.2-inch colored digital driver's data hub paired with analog dials |
| Cruise Control | Standard speed cruise controls; range-topping models get Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go logic | Steering wheel-mounted electronic speed cruise controls |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | No |
| Infotainment System | 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) AdrenoX floating touchscreen interface with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles | Upgraded floating 10.25-inch touchscreen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay profiles |
| Keyless Entry | — | Smart remote central keyless locking fob |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Power-adjustable exterior side mirrors standard on higher-spec configurations |
| Power Windows | Express up/down electronic window links across doors with safety anti-pinch sensors | Front doors only (switches mounted logically on the center console layout) |
| Push Start | — | No |
| Rear AC Vents | Dedicated rear-facing climate ventilation modules | Rear AC air ventilation modules to improve back row cooling |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Integrated fold-down armrest with built-in dual cupholders | No |
| Seat Upholstery | Premium white/leatherette upholstery options on higher specs; high-grade fabrics on lower tiers | Premium, heavy-duty black fabric or washable vinyl upholstery built to repel water and trail dirt |
| Sound System | Premium Harman Kardon 7-Speaker sound configuration boasting a dedicated 4-channel digital amplifier | Roof-mounted 4-speaker and 2-tweeter system layout designed to maintain audio clarity during open-top conversion |
| Sunroof | First-in-segment "Skyroof" (a massive panoramic sunroof design layout) | Hard Top |
| USB Ports | Multiple fast-charging ports (including a high-power 65W Type-C port). | Dedicated front dashboard fast-charging USB ports |
| Voice Command | AI voice interaction network syncable with built-in Alexa | Smart voice recognition logic built into the center touchscreen module |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | No |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Dual-tone stylized bumpers standard across variations | Dual-tone bumpers featuring scratch-resistant deep charcoal cladding panels for off-road protection |
| DRLs | Signature stylized C-shaped LED Daytime Running Lights | Bumper-integrated LED Daytime Running Lights paired with fender-mounted turn indicators |
| Fog Lamps | Bumper-integrated front LED fog lights | Front bumper-integrated round Halogen fog lights |
| Headlight | High-throw dual-barrel LED Projector headlamps | Classic round Halogen headlamps with an integrated manual leveling switch |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Electrically controlled side mirrors housing sharp LED blinker strips | No |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate window element | Fully integrated into the glass window section of the rear opening tailgate |
| Roof Rails | Integrated low-profile roof rails | No |
| Tail Lamp Type | Infinity end-to-end connected horizontal LED tail lamp signature | Full-LED signature rectangular rear tail lamps |
| Tyre Size | 215/55 R17 | 255/65 R18 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Radial Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy/ Steel | Steel, Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags | Dual front airbags |
| Brake Assist | Active Hydraulic Brake Assist logic | Hydraulic Brake Assist logic |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Standard electronic incline descent and uphill holding safety brake lock | Standard incline descent control and slope-holding safety lock framework |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Dedicated second-row anchoring frames | Dedicated anchoring brackets mounted directly into the rear seats |
| Rear Parking Camera | 360-degree surround-view camera array on higher luxury models | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Sonar-guided rear bumper-integrated proximity sensors | Bumper-flush sonar proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Digital Tyre Pressure Monitoring System with live status alerts | Advanced Tyre Pressure Monitoring System featuring a unique Tyre Direction Monitoring System to display steering wheel orientation |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Citrine YellowDeep ForestDune BeigEverest WhiteGalaxy GreyNebula BlueStealth BlackTango Red | Stealth BlackDeep ForestEverest WhiteTango RedBattleship GreyGalaxy Grey |
