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Mahindra XUV 3X0 vs KIA Sonet

Do you want to find out which car is the best, Mahindra XUV 3X0 or KIA Sonet? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between XUV 3X0 and Sonet. Mahindra XUV 3X0 Price starts at Rs.7.99 Lakh (ex-showroom) for MX1 TCMPFi Petrol MT and KIA Sonet Price starts at Rs.8.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT. Mahindra XUV 3X0 is 3 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 109.96 bhp @ 5000 rpm power whereas KIA Sonet is a 4 cylinder, 1197 cc Engine can generate 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, XUV 3X0 provides a mileage of 18.89 kmpl (base model), and Sonet has a mileage of 18.83 kmpl (base model).

XUV 3X0 vs Sonet

Key HighlightsMahindra XUV 3X0KIA Sonet
PriceRs.7.99 LakhRs.8.00 Lakh
Engine Capacity1197 cc1197 cc
Power109.96 bhp @ 5000 rpm82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Mileage/Range18.89 kmpl18.83 kmpl
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Mahindra XUV 3X0 MX1 TCMPFi Petrol MT car
MX1 TCMPFi Petrol MT
Rs. 7.99 Lakh
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KIA Sonet HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT car
HTE G1.2 Smartstream Petrol 5-Speed MT
Rs. 8.00 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
8.97 Lakh
Price Breakup
8.98 Lakh
Price Breakup
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
User Rating
4.3
4.3
Boot Space (Litres)
364 Litres
385 Litres
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Engine Displacement
1197 cc
1197 cc
Max Power (bhp @rpm)
109.96 bhp @ 5000 rpm
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Colors
Images
XUV 3X0 Images
XUV 3X0 Images
XUV 3X0 Images
Sonet Images
Sonet Images
Sonet Images
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Exterior

Sunroof
Power Windows
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Adjustable ORVMs
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Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Rear Wiper
Rear Defogger
Bootlid Opener
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Electric Tailgate Release
Rain Sensing Wipers
Daytime Running Lights
LED headlight
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Projector headlight
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Automatic Headlamps
Follow Me Home Headlamps

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Front Suspension
McPherson Strut with Anti-roll Bar
McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension
Twist Beam Suspension with Coil Spring
Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring
Front Brakes
Disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Drum
Wheels
Steel
Steel
Spare Wheel
Steel
Steel
Front Tyre Size
205 / 65 R16
195/65 R15
Rear Tyre Size
205 / 65 R16
195/65 R15
Turning Radius
5.3 meters
5.1 meters
Tyre Size Spare
205/65 R16
195/65 R15
Wheels Size
R16
R15

Instrumentation

Low Fuel Level Warning
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Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
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Shift Indicator
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Tachometer
Digital
Analogue
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Avg fuel economy display
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check

Infotainment & Communication

Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Voice Command
Infotainment Screen
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Multifunction Display
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Touchscreen Size
10.24 inches
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Display Screen for Rear Passengers
Bluetooth Compatibility
Gesture Control
Integrated Music System
Speakers
4
AM/FM Radio
USB Compatibility
Wireless Charger

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
3 Years/Unlimited Kms
Extended Warranty
Upto 5 Years/150000 Kms
Upto 5 Years/unlimited Kms

Engine & Transmission

Engine Capacity
1197 cc
1197 cc
Engine Type
1.2 L mStallion Turbo Charged Multipoint Fuel Injection (TCMPFi) engine
Smartstream G 1.2
No. of Cylinders
3
4
No. of valves per cylinder
4
4
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Gears
6
5
Power
109.96 bhp @ 5000 rpm
82 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
200 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm
115 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
ARAI Certified Economy
18.89 kmpl
18.83 kmpl
Top Speed
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180 kmph
Emission Norm
BS6 Phase 2
BS6 Phase 2
Turbocharger
-
Compression Ratio
11.3:1
10.0:2

Comfort & Convenience

Ventilated Seats
Ventilated Seats Type
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AC
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Rear AC Vents
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Automatic climate control
Heater
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
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Cruise Control
Start / Stop Button
Power Steering
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Adjustable steering
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Multifunction Steering Wheel
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Leather streering wheels
Drive Modes
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3
Keyless Entry

Safety

NCAP Rating
5 Star (Bharat NCAP)
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Airbags
6
6
ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount)
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Overspeed Warning
1 beep over 80kmph & Continuous beeps over 120kmph
1 beep over 80kmph& Continuous beeps over 120kmph
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
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check
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
check
check
EBA (Electronic Brake Assist)
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check
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
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ASR / Traction Control
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check
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
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Lane Departure Warning
Emergency Brake Light Flashing
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Seat Belt Warning
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Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt
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Rear Middle Head Rest

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
3990 mm
3995 mm
Width
1821 mm
1790 mm
Height
1647 mm
1610 mm
Wheelbase
2600 mm
2500 mm
Ground Clearance
201 mm
190 mm
No. of Seats
5
5
No. of Doors
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
42 Litres
45 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
4 Litres
3.4 Litres
Boot Space
364 Litres
385 Litres
Kerb Weight
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1287 kg
Body Type
SUV
SUV

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The introductory price of the Mahindra XUV 3XO is pretty good which starts at Rs 7.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs 15.49 lakh (ex-showroom)
  • It boasts an all-new design with some modern design elements such as a connected tail lamp and new DRLs
  • Comes with a lot of new features and some of them are segment-first features
  • The first segment of features includes a panoramic sunroof and level 2 ADAS. It also has dual-zone climate control and steering modes, among other things.
  • It has a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto. It also has a 7-speaker Harmon Kardon music system, among other things.
  • Three engine options with a claimed fuel efficiency ranging from 17.96 kmpl to 21.2 kmpl
  • All three engine options are available with automatic transmission option
  • It comes with 35 standard safety features which include 6 airbags, all-4 disc brakes, and ABS with EBD among other features
  • It has become more stylish than its previous generation
  • The car comes with features like a 360-degree camera, a 4-way powered driver seat, a BOSE 7-speaker sound system, auto-dimming IRVM, wireless charging, and more.
  • The design includes a dual-screen connected panel with a full digital cluster. It has a 10.25-inch color LCD MID and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment.
  • It is available with 3 engine options: 1.2-litre NA petrol, 1.0-litre turbo petrol, and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. The HTK+ variant is available with all three engine options making it a good option.
  • Diesel engine is available starting from the base HTE variant
  • Different types of transmission options are available depending on the engine. The DCT gearbox is available starting with the HTX variant at Rs 12.29 lakh.
  • The interior comes with an option of 5 colour themes and offers a premium feel
  • The car is loaded with a number of safety features. It includes 15 standard safety features. These include 6 airbags, ESP, VSC, Hill-hold assist, ABS, Brake Assist, and more.
  • Level-1 ADAS features add extra safety. They include Front Collision Warning (FCW). They also include Leading vehicle departure alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane keep assist, and more.
  • The base variant comes with a decent number of safety features and an attractive price tag
Cons
  • The front design of the SUV is somewhat bold and may not appeal to everyone’s taste
  • Most of the feel-good features are available in the top-spec variants
  • The boot space is less than the competitors
  • The fit and finish and the quality of the material used are not segment-leading, competitors like KIA Sonet offer better fit and finish
  • The TGDi turbo petrol engine is available in the top-spec variants only
  • The light-coloured interior in the top-spec variants is prone to getting dirty and needs regular cleaning
  • The base variant is available in three colour options only
  • Dual-tone color options are available in the AX7 trim only
  • No automatic transmission with the 1.2-litre NA petrol engine
  • The lower models lack features. The company only reserves most of the good features for the higher variants.
  • GTX+ & X-Line variants are the only ones that have ADAS.
  • The turbo petrol engine does not offer a complete manual transmission. Instead, it comes with a clutchless manual transmission. This might not appeal to some customers.
  • The dual-tone color option is not available until the HTX+ variant
  • The 10.25-inch infotainment does not support Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  • The top-of-the-line X-line trim comes with a high price tag specially with diesel engine
  • The 1.2-litre petrol engine is available in three variants only
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Detailed Comparison of Mahindra XUV 3X0 and KIA Sonet

Safety

XUV 3X0 comes loaded with ISOFIX (Child-Seat Mount), ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Descent Control, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror. Sonet has ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution), EBA (Electronic Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR / Traction Control, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Emergency Brake Light Flashing, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt, Hill Assist, Engine Immobiliser, Central Locking, Speed Sensing Door Lock, Child Safety Lock, Fog Lights, Door Ajar Warning, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror.

Body

XUV 3X0 has doors and seats. It is an with 364 Litres boot space, 42 Litres fuel tank capacityand a ground clearance of 201 mm. It is 1821 mm wide, 1647 mm high and 3990 mm long. It has kerb weight and 2600 mm wheel base. Alternativelly, Sonet is an with doors and seats ,45 Litres fuel tank capacity, 385 Litres boot space, 190 mm ground clearance.It has 1610 mm height, 3995 mm length, 1790 mm width, and 1287 kgkerb weight.

Transmission

Mahindra XUV 3X0 comes with FWD and 6 Manual transmission. And Sonet comes with FWD and 5 Manual transmission.

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Mahindra XUV 3X0 and KIA Sonet Owner Reviews

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    • AG
      Amit Gupta
      03 Sep 2025
      5.0
      The car has a fantastic design and comes with top-notch safety ratings, making it a perfect choice for families. The ride quality is wonderful, and the spacious cabin comfortably accommodates all family members. It’s a perfect blend of luxury and safety, packed with features — all at a very competitive price. A truly well-rounded and impressive vehicle.
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      Harshit Gami
      20 Aug 2025
      3.0
      This is truly one of the best cars out there. If the torque were slightly increased, it would be absolutely perfect. That said, it still delivers excellent overall performance and remains a top choice in its segment.
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      Hemant Kori
      31 Days ago
      5.0
      Good work and nice service! The XUV3XO is a great car, and this website has been extremely helpful. No other site offers this level of assistance. Truly an excellent platform with great offers — highly appreciated.
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      PIYUSH Verma
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      this is so nice my father has this car it gives long mileage and offers beautiful rides. thanks for this wonderful car for making my trip comfortable.
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      Hari
      2 Month ago
      5.0
      The car is truly awesome and comes equipped with full safety features, ensuring a secure driving experience. Its attractive design not only turns heads but also enhances the overall feel of the drive. It offers a cool, confident vibe behind the wheel and helps maintain full attention while driving. A perfect blend of style and safety!
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