Mahindra Xuv 3xo vs Skoda Kushaq

Autocar India
Mahindra XUV 3XO

Mahindra Xuv 3xo

AX7 Luxury 1.2 Petrol GDI AT

15.04 lakh

Skoda Kushaq

Skoda Kushaq

Monte Carlo 1.5 TSI DCT

19.19 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

Turbocharged
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

1197 cc
1498 cc

Number of Cylinders

3
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Petrol
Petrol

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
DCT

Number of Gears

6
7

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

N/A

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

N/A

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

N/A

Max Engine Power

130.5 hp at 5000 rpm
149.55 hp at 5000 - 6000 rpm

Max Engine Torque

230 Nm at 1500 - 3750 rpm
250 Nm at 1600 - 3500 rpm

Fuel & Performance

User Reported Mileage

15.86 kmpl
–

Fuel Supply System

Direct Injection
Direct Injection

E20 Compatibility

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Drive Mode Types

Multiple
–

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

N/A

Official Fuel Economy

18.2 kmpl
18.72 kmpl

Fuel Tank Capacity

42 litres
50 litres

Autocar Tested City Mileage

–
8.9 kmpl

Autocar Tested Highway Mileage

–
15.4 kmpl

Autocar Tested Mileage

–
12.42 kmpl

0-100kph

–
9.62 s

20-80kph (in third gear/ kickdown)

–
5.18 s

40-100kph (in fourth gear/ kickdown)

–
6.37 s

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

McPherson Strut
McPherson suspension

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Twist Beam
Non-independent, Torsion Beam

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Turning Radius

5.3 m
–

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Disc
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
17 inches

Front Tyre Size

215/55 R17
205/55 R17

Rear Tyre Size

215/55 R17
205/55 R17

Wheels

Machine finished alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver
Space Saver

Dimensions

Length

3990 mm
4229 mm

Width

1821 mm
1760 mm

Height

1647 mm
1612 mm

Wheelbase

2600 mm
2651 mm

Ground Clearance

201 mm
188 mm

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

364 litres
491 - 1405 litres

Doors

5
5

Kerb Weight

–
1321 - 1322 kg

Comfort

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Driver rear view monitor (DRVM)

–

Voice Assisted Sunroof

–

Front Seatback Pockets

UV Cut Glass

–

Remote Locking

Push Button Start

Rear AC Vents

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Third Row AC Vents

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Bluetooth Connectivity

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
–

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

Driver Window Only
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Keyless Entry

Climate Control

2-zone

Rear Window Sun Shades

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

Powered Tailgate

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Fully Digital

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Foldable Seatback Table

–

Rear Parcel Tray

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Glove Box

Roof Grab Handles

–

Interior Lamps

–

Heated ORVM

–

Comfort Headrest

–

Door Pockets

Bottle Holder in Doors

Cup Holders

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Cooled Glovebox

Driver Armrest Storage

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

–

Cooled Storage

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

12 Volt Port

–

12 Volt Port Boot

–

Scheduled Cabin Conditioning

–

Vanity Mirror

–
Front Passenger Only

Safety

Crash Test Rating

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

Driver's Window Only
–

Central Locking

Hill Descent Control

Automatic Headlamps

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Automatic Wipers

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Blind Spot Monitor

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Auto
Auto

Adaptive Cruise Control

Airbags

6
6

Day Night Interior Mirror

Automatic
–

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display

BNCAP Rating

5
–

Electronic Parking Brake

Yes with Autohold

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Front Collision Avoidance

–

High Beam Assist

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Heads Up Display

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Anti Theft Alarm

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Boot Open Warning

–

Brake Disc Wiping

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Video Recording

–

Dashcam

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Driver Airbag

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Side Airbag

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

–

Brake Fade Support

–

Driver Attention Warning

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Traffic Sign Recognition

–

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Speed Assist System

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor
–

GNCAP Rating

–
5

NCAP Rating

–
5

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Projector Headlamps

Daytime Running Lights

LED

Front Fog Lamps

Integrated Washer Jets with Wiper

–

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

–

Spoiler

–

Roof Rails

Functional

Rub Strips

–

Antenna

–

Cornering Headlights

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

–

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

–

Illuminated Logo

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Scuff Plates

–

ORVM turn indicators

–

Cornering Foglamps

–

LED DRLs

–

LED headlamps

–

LED taillights

–

LED fog lamps

–

Connected LED

–

Stop Lamp

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Door Handle Finish

Body Coloured
–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital

Tachometer

Digital

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Gear Indicator

Head-up Display

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Shift Indicator

Seat Count

5
5

Seat Material

Leatherette
–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Third Row Seats

Ventilated Seats

Front Only

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders
Yes with Holders

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Massage Seats

Rear Only

Heated Seats

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
60:40

Ottoman Seats

–

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Seats

–

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

–

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

10.24-inch Touchscreen
10.01-inch Touchscreen

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Android Auto

Wireless
Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless
Wireless

Satellite Navigation

On-board

Voice Commands

Alexa

Front USB port

Type A and Type C
–

Second Row USB port

Type C
–

Branded Music System

Harman/Kardon
–

Speakers

6
6

Front Passenger Screen

–

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

–

Connected Car Features

Live Traffic Updates On App

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Find My Car

–

App Details

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Driving Analytics

–

Breakdown Assistance Call Button

–

Phone App

–

Location Based Services

–

In Car Payment

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Digital Key

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Remote Engine Start/Stop

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Geo Fence

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Home to Car Connectivity

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

E-Call & I-Call

–

SOS Button

–

Summon Mode

–

Questions you may find useful

•6w

I am planning to purchase a new SUV for my family and would appreciate your expert recommendation. I am currently considering the Skoda Kushaq, Skoda Kylaq, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Hyundai Creta, Mahindra XUV 3XO and Kia Sonet. My usage will primarily involve family trips, weekend drives, vacations and outstation or highway travel, as I do not use the vehicle for daily office commuting. Family comfort, safety and long-term reliability are my key priorities. I am particularly looking for a vehicle with low maintenance and service costs, good after-sales support and a strong service network, especially in Bengaluru, along with comfortable seating for four to five family members on long drives, good safety ratings and build quality, decent highway fuel efficiency, and strong resale value after five to seven years of ownership. Based on these requirements, could you please recommend the most suitable model and explain why, suggest the variant that offers the best value for money, highlight any common issues or ownership concerns I should be aware of, and provide your top three recommendations ranked in order of suitability for my needs?