2020 Mahindra XUV300 Variants Explained - Which One To Buy?

What Is The Price Of The 2020 Mahindra XUV300? 

The prices of all the petrol variants of the 2020 Mahindra XUV300 have reduced, but the price difference among variants is different. The W8 variant was previously priced over Rs 10 lakh, now it is less than the Rs 10 lakh mark, so its on-road price has reduced significantly.

The following table offers the old and new price details of the Mahindra XUV300 petrol:

It is worth noting here that the XUV300 diesel W6 variant’s prices have increased by Rs 20,000 in case of both its manual and automatic versions. On the other hand the W8 variant’s price has reduced by Rs 20,000, while the price of the W8 Optional has been slashed by Rs 40,000.

The table below offers a look at the prices of the Mahindra XUV300 diesel-manual and diesel-automatic variants:

The XUV300 diesel automatic transmission variants are around Rs 55,000 more expensive than the diesel manual transmission variants.

The Mahindra XUV300’s petrol and diesel versions have a price difference of somewhere between Rs 72,000 and Rs 85,000. 

What Are The Engine Specifications Of The 2020 Mahindra XUV300? 

The XUV300 petrol comes packed with a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine that can produce 110PS of maximum power and 200Nm of peak torque. Its power:weight ratio is better than only the Hyundai Venue and the Honda WR-V, but in terms of torque:weight, it is a close second after the Venue Turbo. The XUV300’s petrol engine can achieve its peak torque at 2000rpm, and we expect it to be one of the best cars in the segment in terms of driveability. This engine comes paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and its claimed fuel efficiency is just short of 17kmpl.

The XUV300 diesel comes equipped with a 1.5-litre engine that generates 117PS of maximum power and 300Nm of peak torque. Its power:weight ratio is comparable with the Venue and WR-V, while its torque:weight ratio is the best in the segment, which is an indicator of great driveability. The diesel engine comes paired with a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed AMT type automatic transmission. In both the cases, the claimed fuel efficiency is close to 20kmpl.

What Are The Dimensions Of The 2020 Mahindra XUV300?

The XUV300 belongs to the B2-SUV segment, thus, its overall length is around 4m. It is the widest car in the segment and is taller than the Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon and Honda WR-V. It also has the longest wheelbase in the segment, but has the least boot space and ground clearance. It is also worth noting that only the XUV300 offers the option of large 17-inch wheels in this segment. 

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2020 Mahindra XUV300 Variants

Mahindra XUV300 W4 Variant 

W4 is the base variant of the Mahindra XUV300, and it is priced at Rs 7.95 lakh for the petrol version and at Rs 8.7 lakh for the diesel. It has received the highest 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP. This variant has all the basic safety features along with features like impact-sensing auto-door unlock, day/night IRVM, 4 disc brakes and ISOFIX.

This variant’s key functional features include: Front & Rear Power Windows, Electrically-adjustable ORVMs, front armrest, Adjustable Rear Headrests, 60:40 Split Rear Seat, Steering Modes and Tyre Position Display. You can change the heaviness of the steering wheel with Steering Modes, while the Tyre Position Display lets you see the parked car’s tyre direction on the MID.

Although W4 is XUV300’s base variant, it doesn’t actually look stripped from the outside, as it gets body coloured bumpers, door handles and ORVMs. However, this variant gets black plastic covering in the place where the DRLs and fog lamps should be. 

The W4 Diesel offers a few additional features over its petrol counterpart. The W4 diesel comes with an audio system with 4 speakers and bluetooth, AUX and USB connectivity options.

The XUV300 W4 base variant lacks features like steering-mounted controls, remote central locking and wheel covers. In case of the petrol version, the W4 variant misses out on an audio system as well.

Mahindra XUV300 W6 Variant 

The XUV300 W6 variant is around Rs 1 lakh more expensive than the W4 variant.

It covers all the missing must-have features of the base W4 variant. The key added features of the W6 variant include: 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with steering-mounted controls, remote central locking, USB charger, adjustable boot floor, full-wheel covers and black roof rails.

As per our internal data, the W6 variant’s added features do not justify its price jump of Rs 1 lakh over the W4 variant. Thus, we do not recommend this variant.

If you wish to go for a basic variant of the XUV300, then the best option is the base W4 variant. You can retrofit the W4 with wheel covers, while the petrol W4 buyers would have to retrofit an audio system as well. However, we suggest you go for the W4 variant only if you are eyeing a lower variant of the XUV300 and don’t wish to stretch your budget, otherwise we recommend considering the W8 variant - both in the case of petrol and diesel.

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The W6 variant with the diesel engine gets an AMT option as well. In the XUV300 AMT range, the W6 is the base variant, and it covers all must-have features along with a few good-to-have features. The AMT variants of the XUV300 come with electronic stability control as well. However, instead of going for the W6 AMT variant, we recommend that you consider buying the W8 AMT variant as it offers better value.

Mahindra XUV300 W8 Variant 

The XUV300 W8 Petrol variant is around Rs 92,000 more expensive than the W6 petrol, while the W8 Diesel is Rs 1.10 lakh costlier than the W6 diesel.

The W8 variant offers a number of added features in the safety, entertainment and style departments. When it comes to safety, the noteworthy features include projector headlamps, rear parking camera and rear wiper. In the style department, this variant offers 17-inch alloy wheels, LED DRLs, leather-wrapped steering and silver skid plates.

The W8 variant also comes with a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity options, while 2 tweeters are also added for better audio output. When functional features are concerned, this variant adds in - keyless entry with push-button start/stop, dual-zone auto AC, height adjustable driver seat, electrically foldable ORVMs, automatic headlamps, cruise control, rear armrest and rain sensing wipers.

According to our internal data, the additional features of the W8 variant have a greater perceived value than its asking price. Thus, we recommend the W8 variant over the W6. Even if you consider the price difference between the base W4 and the W8 variant, the W8’s additional features are worth the extra premium, and the variant offers a value-for-money proposition. Since this variant covers all the basic features as well as a number of modern-day features, it is a sensible well-rounded package.

Mahindra XUV300 W8(O) Variant 

The XUV300 W8(O) variant is around Rs 1 lakh more expensive than the W8 variant.

The W8(O) adds in many more safety features such as: Side, Curtain & Knee airbags, Auto Dimming IRVM, Tyre Pressure Monitoring system, hill start assist and front parking sensors. This variant gets electronic stability control feature even with the manual transmission. The W8(O) also offers some feel-good features like - sunroof, leatherette upholstery and machined alloy wheels.

Shelling out Rs 1 lakh extra for the additional features of the W8(O) is not really required, although the perceived value of the added features of is around 1.5 lakh. The W8(O)’s additional features are mostly feel-good and not must-haves. 

Thus, upgrading to the W8(O) over the W8 depends completely on your choice and budget - and this is true for all the 3 powertrain options. 

Which Variant Of The 2020 Mahindra XUV300 Should You Buy?

If you are looking to buy the manual transmission version of the Mahindra XUV300, either with the petrol or diesel engine, then our top recommended variant is the W8. The W8 variant’s prices have reduced, and it is a sensible upgrade over both the lower variants. It covers all the must-have features and offers some good-to-have features as well.

Having said that, the best value-for-money variant of the XUV300 is the top W8(O). Thus, if you can stretch your budget for this top variant, then definitely go for it for its additional safety and feel-good features.

If you are considering only the base W4 and the W6 variants of the XUV300, then we suggest that you settle for the base W4 variant and then go for an audio system and wheel covers from the aftermarket. This is because the W6’s additional features do not justify its asking price.

If you are considering the XUV300 diesel-AMT, even then the W8 is our top recommended variant. If your budget allows, then you can choose to go for the W8(O) variant instead.

What Are The Colour Options Of The 2020 Mahindra XUV300?

The Mahindra XUV300 is available in 6 monotone exterior colour options, namely - Black, White, Silver, Red, Aquamarine and Orange. There are also 2 dual tone options - Red with White roof, and Aquamarine with White roof.