Mahindra XUV 3XO EV debuts with familiar design and 285 km claimed range
Mahindra has introduced the XUV 3XO EV in India, marking the company’s latest addition to its growing electric SUV portfolio. Priced from Rs. 13.89 lakhs (ex-showroom), the new compact electric SUV is available in two variants – AX5 and AX7L and deliveries are scheduled to begin from February 23. An optional 7.2kW AC charger is offered at an additional cost.
The XUV 3XO EV is derived from the combustion-powered XUV 3XO and replaces the outgoing XUV400 in Mahindra’s line-up. It uses the same battery and electric motor setup as the earlier model, while adopting the smaller sub-four-metre footprint of the ICE-based XUV 3XO. With this positioning, the new EV is aimed squarely at the compact electric SUV segment and will compete directly with the Tata Nexon EV.
Powering the XUV 3XO EV is a 39.4kWh battery pack paired with a front-mounted electric motor delivering 150 HP and 310 Nm of torque. Mahindra claims a real-world driving range of around 285 km on a single charge, though the official ARAI-certified figure is yet to be disclosed. Performance figures include a claimed 0-100 km/hr time of 8.3 seconds. The EV offers three driving modes and supports fast charging, with the battery capable of charging from 0 to 80 percent in about 50 minutes using a 50kW DC charger.
Due to its adaptation from an ICE platform, the XUV 3XO EV measures under four metres in length, making it smaller than the outgoing XUV400. As a result, boot space is expected to be lower than the 378 litres offered by its predecessor. This also makes the XUV 3XO EV Mahindra’s only electric model adapted from an ICE platform, with the rest of its electric range being based on dedicated EV architectures.
In terms of design, the electric version closely mirrors the ICE-powered XUV 3XO, particularly the RevX variants. Exterior changes are minimal, limited to subtle bumper detailing. The interior layout is also largely unchanged, though the EV distinguishes itself with bronze accents on the centre console, air vents and steering wheel badge.
The feature list remains comprehensive, carrying over equipment from the standard XUV 3XO. Highlights include dual 10.25-inch screens for infotainment and instrumentation, wireless smartphone connectivity, LED lighting, dual-zone climate control, electronic parking brake with auto hold, cruise control, six airbags and stability control. Higher variants add features such as a panoramic sunroof, leatherette upholstery, premium audio system, larger alloy wheels and advanced driver assistance systems.
With prices ranging from Rs. 13.89 lakhs to Rs. 14.96 lakhs (ex-showroom), the Mahindra XUV 3XO EV enters a competitive space dominated by the Tata Nexon EV, which offers multiple battery options and a longer certified driving range.
