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Both XUV 3XO and Sonet are feature-packed sub-4m SUVs, however the up to date Mahindra contender has just a few benefits just like the segment-first panoramic sunroof

The much-awaited XUV300 subcompact SUV facelift from Mahindra was lately launched within the type of the XUV 3XO. Apart from design modifications inside and outside, the Mahindra XUV 3XO has additionally develop into extra feature-rich and safer than the mannequin it replaces. One of its key rivals within the section is the Kia Sonet, so let’s see how the 3XO stacks up towards it by way of specs and options on paper.

Dimensions

Model	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Kia Sonet
Length	3990 mm	3995 mm
Width	1821 mm	1790 mm
Height	1647 mm	1642 mm
Wheelbase	2600 mm	2500 mm
Boot Space	364 litres	385 litres

The XUV 3XO has a 100 mm longer wheelbase than the Sonet which ought to translate to elevated cabin area as properly.
However, the Sonet affords 21 litres of additional boot area in comparison with the XUV 3XO.

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Powertrains

Model	Mahindra XUV 3XO			Kia Sonet
Engine	1.2-litre turbo-petrol	1.2-litre T-GDi (turbo-petrol)	1.5-litre diesel	1.2-litre N.A. petrol	1-litre turbo-petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Power	112 PS	130 PS	117 PS	83 PS	120 PS	116 PS
Torque	200 Nm	Up to 230 Nm	300 Nm	115 Nm	172 Nm	250 Nm
Transmission	6-speed MT, 6-speed AT	6-speed MT, 6-speed AT	6-speed MT, 6-speed AMT	5-speed MT	6-speed iMT, 7-speed DCT	6-speed MT, 6-speed iMT, 6-speed AT

The XUV 3XO affords a selection of two 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engines, whereas the Sonet supplies the choice of a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated (N.A.) petrol engine and a 1-litre turbo-petrol engine.
In each comparable parameter, the Mahindra 3XO packs extra energy and torque than the Sonet.

The XUV 3XO’s T-GDi (direct injection) turbo-petrol engine is probably the most highly effective selection on this comparability, producing 10 PS extra energy and as much as 58 Nm extra torque than the Sonet’s turbo-petrol engine.
The Sonet nonetheless affords a wider vary of transmission choices, together with the 6-speed iMT (guide transmission with out clutch pedal) and a 7-speed DCT (twin clutch automated transmission) with the 1-litre turbo-petrol and diesel engines.
While the XUV 3XO has the selection of two automated choices relying on the engine – a brand new 6-speed torque converter (AT) for the petrol engines however nonetheless a 6-speed AMT for the diesel. Meanwhile, the Sonet affords a 7-speed dual-clutch auto for the turbo-petrol (DCT) and a 6-speed AT for the diesel.

Features Highlights

Features	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Kia Sonet
Exterior	Bi-LED automated projector headlights LED DRLs with flip indicators LED fog lamps 17-inch alloy wheels Connected LED tail lights Panoramic sunroof
Interior	Dual-tone black & white dashboard Leatherette seat upholstery 60:40 break up folding rear seats Front centre armrest with storage Rear centre armrest with cupholders Height adjustable headrests for all seats	All-black inside with white inserts Leatherette wrapped steering upholstery Alloy pedals Front centre armrest Rear centre armrest with cupholders Height adjustable headrests for entrance and rear passengers
Comfort & Convenience	Dual-zone AC Rear AC vents Cooled glovebox Wireless telephone charger Height adjustable driver’s seat Rear wiper and washer Rear defogger Push button engine begin/cease Power folding and adjustable ORVMs Auto-dimming IRVM Cruise management Drive modes (petrol-AT solely)	Automatic AC Rear AC vents Ventilated entrance seats Air air purifier Wireless telephone charging 4-way powered driver’s seat Rear door sunshade One-touch auto up/down driver window Push button Start/Stop Power folding and adjustable ORVMs Multiple drive modes (automated) Paddle shifters (automated) Cruise management Rear wiper and washer Rear defogger Auto-dimming IRVM
Infotainment	10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system 10.25-inch digital driver’s show 7-speaker Harman Kardon sound system Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay	10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system 10.25-inch digital driver’s show 7-speaker Bose sound system Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Safety	6 airbags Electronic stability management (ESC) 360-degree digicam with blind view monitor All wheel disc brakes ABS with EBD Front and rear parking sensors Tyre stress monitoring system (TPMS) Electronic parking brake with auto maintain ISOFIX youngster seat anchors Level 2 ADAS (adaptive cruise management, visitors signal recognition, lane preserve help, autonomous emergency braking)	6 airbags Electronic stability management (ESC) 360-degree digicam ABS with EBD Front and rear parking sensors Tyre stress monitoring system (TPMS) All wheel disc brakes ISOFIX youngster seat anchors Level 1 ADAS (lane preserve help, ahead collision warning and avoidance help, and excessive beam help)

Both XUV 3XO and Sonet include a complete listing of options, together with twin 10.25-inch screens, 7-speaker premium audio programs, wi-fi telephone charging, 360-degree digicam, and 6 airbags.
However, the XUV 3XO has an edge over the Sonet because it additionally will get dual-zone AC and section first panoramic sunroof. The XUV 3XO’s infotainment system may even help wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay but it surely will not be obtainable immediately for early consumers who can anticipate it later through an OTA replace.

But the Kia Sonet has its personal premium consolation benefits over the 3XO such because the ventilated and powered entrance seats, in addition to a built-in air air purifier.
Both SUVs additionally include superior driver help programs (ADAS). However, the XUV 3XO options stage 2 ADAS, which incorporates visitors signal recognition and adaptive cruise management.
On the opposite hand, the Sonet options stage 1 ADAS and contains lane preserve help, autonomous emergency braking, and ahead collision warning. However, it doesn’t embrace adaptive cruise management.

Price

Mahindra XUV 3XO	Kia Sonet
Rs 7.49 lakh to Rs 15.49 lakh (introductory)	Rs 7.99 lakh to Rs 15.69 lakh

All costs are ex-showroom

At these introductory costs the Mahindra 3XO is extra reasonably priced than the Kia Sonet in each entry-level and top-variant types.

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Final Takeaway

The Mahindra XUV 3XO and Kia Sonet present robust competitors to one another by way of specs and options. The XUV 3XO holds a number of benefits over the Sonet, reminiscent of dual-zone AC, stage 2 ADAS, section’s first panoramic sunroof, and a extra highly effective direct injection turbo-petrol engine. On the opposite hand, Kia’s subcompact SUV additionally affords ventilated entrance seats and the choice of a superior automated torque converter transmission with its diesel engine and a sportier DCT for the turbo-petrol unit.

With the same pricing as properly, choosing between the 2 turns into a matter of choice. If cabin area, efficiency and segment-leading options are your precedence, the XUV 3XO is extra for you. However, if you happen to want the ventilated seats greater than the multi-zone local weather management and like a smoother automated transmission, particularly with the diesel engine, then the Sonet is the higher decide.

It is anticipated to be essentially the most sensible and feature-packed Force Gurkha until date

The extremely anticipated Force Gurkha 5-door is about to make its official debut within the second half of April 2024. Now, supplier sources have steered that the costs for this extra sensible off-roader could possibly be revealed quickly after the reveal, i.e. by the tip of this month.

Based on the quite a few teasers and spied pictures of take a look at mules, the 5-door Gurkha is alleged to retain the essence of the long-lasting Gurkha off-roader however prolonged to accommodate two extra doorways and a further row of seats. That’s proper, a few of the spied take a look at mules featured a 3rd row of seats with a bench seat within the center row. Even with out the third row in use, the longer Gurkha goals to be extra sensible with elevated cabin house for passengers and baggage capability.

In phrases of the main points to this point, the 5-door Gurkha has confirmed to get its iconic spherical headlamps with LED projectors and LED DRLs, in addition to LED taillamps. Most of the take a look at mules and teasers showcase the brand new Gurkha SUV to be fitted with a roof-rack and snorkel. Force teased that it will feature a new infotainment system and a semi-digital driver’s display with a big TFT display screen. Some of those characteristic upgrades are anticipated to be provided on the 2024 Gurkha 3-door as properly.

The Force Gurkha 5-door is anticipated to get the identical 2.6-litre diesel engine because the outgoing Gurkha, however with the next efficiency output. It is more likely to be provided with a guide transmission solely.

We count on the improved and elongated Force Gurkha to draw a premium over the costs of the outgoing 3-door model which is priced from Rs 15.09 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). It might be a rugged different to the upcoming Mahindra Thar 5-door whereas being a bigger different to the likes of the Maruti Jimny.

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