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The Mahindra XUV 3X0 compact SUV will make its debut in Australia at the upcoming Melbourne Motor Show.
The 3X0 was launched in India last year as an updated version of the XUV 300. In India it is sold with three engine options; a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 109 BHP and 200 Nm, the 1.2-litre turbo-petrol ‘mStallion’ that makes 129 BHP and 230 Nm and a 1.5-litre turbo-diesel that puts out 115 BHP and 300 Nm. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic and a 6-speed AMT.
The Mahindra XUV 3XO measures 3,990 mm in length (-5 mm), 1821 mm in width and 1,647 mm in height (+20 mm). It has a wheelbase of 2,600 mm. In Australia, it sizes up against the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Kona, Mazda CX-30, and Toyota Corolla Cross.
The feature list of the XUV3X0 includes a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, dual 10.25-inch screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment, a wireless smartphone charger, Level-2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, 6 airbags, 3-point seat belts for all seats, all-disc brakes, and electronic stability control.
There is no confirmation on Australian specs and pricing, but Mahindra is expected to focus on the budget end of the market.
Mahindra Australia will likely position the XUV 3XO as an alternative to Chinese small SUVs like the Chery Omoda 5, GWM Haval Jolion and MG ZS.
Other Mahindra models on sale in Australia include the XUV700, Scorpio-N and the 4x4 Pikup.
Source: Drive.com Australia