The $24K small SUV that’s packed with features: Meet the new Mahindra XUV3XO

Landing in Australia with a headline-grabbing drive-away price from just $23,490, the Mahindra XUV3XO rewrites the rulebook on what a budget SUV can be. In fact, it offers more features and better tech than many rivals costing thousands more.

From cutting-edge safety tech and a surprisingly spacious boot to wireless smartphone integration and a sleek digital dash, this small SUV is a game-changer for first-time car owners or budget buyers who don’t want to compromise.

The Mahindra XUV3XO enters the compact SUV space competing with familiar names like the MG ZS (from $26,990 drive-away), Mitsubishi ASX (from $27,930 drive-away) and Chery C5 (from $29,990 drive-away). But while those rivals often make you pay extra for modern features, the Mahindra includes them as standard.

In the value-packed AX5L model ($23,490 drive-away) we're talking a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a matching digital driver instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and push start and auto headlights and wipers. There’s also up to 36 advanced safety features, including Level 2 ADAS tech like lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.

Move up to the top spec AX7L model ($26,490) and you’ll also add to that impressive inclusions list, the Skyroof panoramic sunroof, Harman Kardon audio with subwoofer, 360-degree camera and front parking assist.

Whether you're downsizing, navigating the school drop-off, or heading off for a weekend escape, the XUV3XO delivers comfort and capability in equal measure. Its Command View seating gives you a higher driving position, making entry and exit a breeze, especially for older drivers.

Inside, there’s more space than you'd expect from a small SUV, including a generously sized boot that’s perfect for groceries, golf clubs or a weekender’s worth of luggage. The cabin feels more upmarket than its price tag suggests, with thoughtful layout, quality trims and a sense of refinement rarely seen in this price bracket.

This SUV isn’t just affordable, it’s adaptable. Young drivers will love the tech and styling, while parents will appreciate the robust safety credentials. For retirees, it’s easy to get in and out of, inexpensive to run (with combined fuel efficiency of just 6.5L/100km), and backed by a class-leading seven-year warranty, seven years of roadside assistance and six years of capped price servicing.

Whether you’re ferrying the grandkids, navigating tight city streets, or just want a fuss-free car that’s easy to live with, the Mahindra XUV3XO is more than up to the task.

Let’s face it, there’s almost no second-hand car on the market today that can match the Mahindra XUV3XO for features, warranty or peace of mind. And among brand-new cars? Even fewer.

To find out more about the Mahindra XUV3XO, head to their website.

You can also experience the XUV3XO for yourself by booking a test drive, or you can find your nearest Mahindra dealership. It’s time to expect more from your SUV, without paying more.