Mahindra Automotive is gearing up to launch the new XUV 3XO EV in India. This new EV, based on the XUV 3XO ICE variant, is expected to sit below the XUV400 EV and undercut its price. Recently, the almost fully undisguised test mule of the XUV 3XO EV was spotted at a charging station in Orissa. What makes this spotting more interesting is that it was found charging outside a Tata Motors dealership.
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV Spotted Without Camouflage
From the spy image, which was taken in Rourkela, Orissa, we can note that this particular Mahindra XUV 3XO EV test mule has no camouflage on its body panels. There is only some camouflage at the front fascia, but that too only at the upper portion and on the lower middle section. The rest of the bumper is also without any camouflage.
In terms of details, we can note that the XUV 3XO will come with the same C-shaped LED DRLs and projector headlights. This particular test mule can also be seen with a front camera, which will be a part of the 360-degree camera system that Mahindra will be offering with this new EV. It was also seen with gloss black ORVMs and roof rails as well.
Apart from these, the alloy wheels also appear to be the same as the XUV 3XO. It also gets the same side profile, and most likely, the rear end will also be the same as the ICE model. On the inside as well, Mahindra will not be making any drastic changes and will keep it the same as the ICE model to keep development costs low.
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV: Powertrain Details
As per the reports, Mahindra is planning to offer the XUV 3XO EV with a smaller 35 kWh battery pack. Currently, the XUV400 EV offers a 40 kWh battery pack. The range of this new 35 kWh battery pack is expected to be around 375 km on a single full charge. On the other hand, the XUV400 EV provides a range of 456 km.
It is also believed that Mahindra will be slotting the XUV 3XO EV under the XUV400 EV in its lineup. In terms of pricing, the XUV 3XO EV is expected to undercut the pricing of the XUV400 EV by Rs 2 lakh. Currently, the XUV400 EV starts at Rs 15.49 lakh and goes all the way up to Rs 17.69 lakh. Once launched, this new model will take on the Tata Nexon EV.
Does It Make Sense to Launch the XUV 3XO EV?
As we all are aware, Mahindra has officially launched its newest electric SUVs, the BE 6 and XEV 9E, in India. Both of these SUVs have been built from the ground up and utilize the in-house developed INGLO electric skateboard architecture and BYD-sourced blade cell battery packs. Due to these and the futuristic design, these SUVs have already become a hit in the country.
Now, at this point, many people are curious to know if it makes sense for Mahindra to launch the XUV 3XO EV. Well, the answer to this is yes. It makes sense for Mahindra to launch this new model, as it is expected to start at a Rs 13–14 lakh price range. It will be targeted toward more budget-friendly EV buyers in the country.
