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Vijay Surya S

7w

I am planning to buy a new car, and am confused between the Tata Nexon Creative+ and the Mahindra 3XO AX5 variant, both petrol and manual transmission. Can you please advise me on this, as I am pretty confused?

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Between the Tata Nexon Creative+ and the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 petrol manual, we would suggest leaning towards the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5.
The Mahindra XUV 3XO stands out for its more responsive and enjoyable petrol engine, which makes it nicer to drive in both city and highway conditions. It also feels more modern overall in terms of driving experience. In addition, the 3XO is a wider car, which, along with its longer wheelbase, makes it a more comfortable proper 5-seater, especially for three passengers in the rear.
Ride quality is also comfortable and well-balanced, so it handles bad roads and daily driving duties without any issues. The main drawback of the 3XO is its smaller boot, which is something to keep in mind depending on your usage, and this is where the Tata Nexon, with a larger boot, has an advantage.
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Sharad

6w

3XO is better compare to nexon because pawer ki baat kare to bhi nexon ho gayi creta jaisi bhi cars me bas 250 bh ki pawer aati hai lekin 3XO me poori 200bh ki pawer aati hai or mai isliye keh raha because maine bhi 3XO ax5 modal liya hai desiel or bahut badhiya comfortable car hai baaki aap dekh lijiye ok thanks

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RAMESH NAVALGUND

6w

Go for Mahindra 3XO. It has more torque. Good looking. Mileage 18km/ltr petrol. Instead go for automatic version.

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Mrinmai

6w

I would say go with Mahindra 3XO cause even though nexon ka horsepower is more, 3XO has significantly more torque(better responses in city traffic), milage main there's not much difference between both the cars but Mahindra ka compatitively more milage, 3XO main there's more cabin space too, but if you compare safety then nexon is a bit better and comeon, tata is known for its safety anyways, and mahindra has a more modern interior too. Bas one drawback is family trip and stuff if you're going you mind need s bigger boot but 3XO has a smaller boot compared to nexon. But overall I still think 3XO is better.

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Sudharsan

6w

I'm confused with buying new car between fronx and 3xo

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JYOTI KUMARI

7w

I am planning to buy a new car for daily office going up down 60 kms. Which car is best for kolkata roads.

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Param

7w

I confused between Toyota hyryder S cng and brezza zxi cng , which is better for future

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Raj

7w

Plus Mileage I am owning a 3XO currently. Performance have Been a value for money. But Drawback is Bootspace nd Mileage. Comfort is top noch

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My daily city running is around 80 km, and I currently drive an AMT car. I am now planning to upgrade to an SUV and am confused between the following options: Tata Nexon AMT Kia Sonet DCT Mahindra XUV 3XO Hyundai Venue CRDi Maruti Brezza Automatic

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With 80 km of mostly city driving and a clear move to a petrol automatic, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic best fits your needs. Its automatic is smooth and calm in traffic, so that it will feel like a big upgrade from your current AMT. The engine is easy-going and does not feel stressed on long commutes, and Maruti’s wide service network helps when you are piling on daily kilometres.A few trade-offs to note: it is not the quickest in this group, and the cabin is not as flashy as some rivals. But for daily ease, comfort over bad roads, and low-stress ownership, it nails the brief.Why not the others for your use: the Tata Nexon with AMT still has a slight jerk and slow shifts in stop-go, which can get tiring over 80 km a day. The Kia Sonet automatic is quick but can feel a bit fussy at very low speeds. The Hyundai Venue CRDi is diesel, so it does not match your petrol ask.If you want stronger pick-up and more features, look at the Mahindra XUV 3XO automatic; it’s brisk and still smooth, though city mileage may be lower. Overall, pick the Brezza automatic.

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Niraj

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I am looking for a family car with a manual transmission and a budget of ₹10-11 lakh on-road in Panvel. Based on reviews, I have shortlisted the Mahindra XUV 3XO REVX variant, Skoda Kylaq, and Hyundai Venue. If there are any other cars that you would recommend in this price range, please let me know.

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The Mahindra XUV 3XO turbo-petrol manual best fits your brief. It has a strong engine, so even with four passengers and weekend luggage, it should cruise on the highway without feeling strained. The cabin feels solid and well built. The rear seat is also slightly roomier than the other cars you mentioned. Its steering is light, and the ride quality is well suited to both city and highway use.A couple of things to note: its clutch pedal travel is long, which could take some getting used to in slow traffic, and its boot is on the smaller side compared to rivals.You could consider the Skoda Kylaq Classic Plus variant too, which is nice to drive, but it also feels safe and solid, just like how you'd expect a family car to be.

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Bharath m

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Hi Autocar team, I’m planning to buy a compact SUV, but I am a little confused between the Mahindra XUV 3XO MX2 Diesel and the Hyundai Venue HK5 Petrol. My budget is strictly ₹10 lakh. I need a car that offers good mileage and is fun to drive. Please suggest which one would be the better choice.

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If your priorities are better mileage and a fun to drive experience, we would recommend the Mahindra XUV 3XO MX2 diesel, provided your running is healthy enough to justify a diesel. Its 1.5 diesel has strong low end punch, an effortless mid range and feels more muscular than the Venue’s 1.0 turbo petrol, especially on highways and overtakes. Fuel efficiency of the Mahindra car will also be clearly better.That said, the Hyundai Venue HX5 1.0 turbo petrol is the more polished and easier car to live with. The turbo petrol is genuinely peppy, refinement is better and Hyundai’s ownership experience tends to feel more consistent. If your running is not particularly high and you mostly do shorter city trips, the Venue is actually the smarter long term choice.So if mileage is your absolute top priority and your usage suits diesel, pick the XUV 3XO. If you want a more fuss free and still fun turbo petrol package, the Venue is the better fit.

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