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Aura vs XUV 3XO

Ex-showroom prices and the specifications that have been published. Rows that differ are marked.

Hyundai

Aura

Aura
Price Range

₹6 lakh – ₹8.67 lakh

Mileage

17 km/l (ARAI)

CNG / Petrol • 9 TrimsOpen model
VS
Mahindra

XUV 3XO

XUV 3XO
5-Star Safety
Price Range

₹7.79 lakh – ₹15.04 lakh

Mileage

17.96 - 21.2 km/l

Petrol / Diesel / CNG • 31 TrimsOpen model
The Bottom Line

The Wheelsio Verdict

Published pros for each vehicle. A written verdict appears only when one is stored.

Editorial Summary

“XUV 3XO takes the lead with higher composite scores, standing out especially in crash test protection, lower fuel consumption, punchy performance. While Aura remains a capable contender, XUV 3XO offers greater return per rupee spent.”

Persona Matching

Who Should Buy Which Car?

Match your daily driving patterns, passenger habits, and ownership priorities to the right machine.

Target Profile

Choose Aura if:

  • Professionals and family buyers who prioritize plush rear seat comfort, a big boot, and smooth highway stability.
Real-World Comparison

The Differences That Actually Matter

Stripping away marketing jargon: how these two vehicles perform across the 5 essential pillars of ownership.

Safety Architecture & Protection

Segment Edge:Published rating only
Aura

Not published

Airbag count not published

XUV 3XO

5-Star Bharat NCAP

6

Engine Performance

Segment Edge:Published figures only
Aura

68 - 82 bhp

95 - 114 Nm

XUV 3XO

111.5 PS

200 Nm

Fuel Economy

Segment Edge:XUV 3XO
Aura

17 km/l (ARAI)

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

XUV 3XO Standout

17.96 - 21.2 km/l

Shown only for km/l, km/kg, or km per charge

Long-Term Intelligence

Ownership figures on record

Only stored mileage, service, insurance, and depreciation figures are shown. Missing items are left out.

Hyundai

Aura

Listed items₹3,52,941
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,52,941
Mahindra

XUV 3XO

Listed items₹3,06,435
Fuel over 60,000 km at ₹100 per litre (assumption)
₹3,06,435
Trim-Level Shootout

Recommended Variants Compared

Compare matching price brackets and sweet-spot trim packages side-by-side.

Price Delta:₹82,200(Aura lower)

SX

Wheelsio Pick

1.2 L Kappa petrol, 1197 cc • Manual • 17 km/l (ARAI)

Ex-Showroom₹7.77 lakh
Key Highlights:15-inch Diamond Cut Alloys, Push Button Start, Rear Camera, Cruise Control

REVX M

1197 cc • Manual • 18.89 km/l

Ex-Showroom₹8.59 lakh
Technical Benchmark

Full Specification Sheet

Side-by-side engineering data and equipment levels.

Aura
XUV 3XO
Engine TypeDiffers
Aura:1197 cc Petrol / 1197 cc CNG
XUV 3XO:1197 cc, 1498 cc
Max PowerDiffers
Aura:68 - 82 bhp
XUV 3XO:111.5 PS
Peak TorqueDiffers
Aura:95 - 114 Nm
XUV 3XO:200 Nm
Transmission OptionsDiffers
Aura:AMT, Manual
XUV 3XO:Manual, Automatic, AMT
Fuel OptionsDiffers
Aura:CNG, Petrol
XUV 3XO:Petrol, Diesel, CNG
Claimed MileageDiffers
Aura:17 km/l (ARAI)
XUV 3XO:17.96 - 21.2 km/l
Aura
XUV 3XO
SeatingDiffers
Aura:—
XUV 3XO:5 seats
Ground ClearanceDiffers
Aura:165 mm
XUV 3XO:—
Boot SpaceDiffers
Aura:402 Litres
XUV 3XO:364 litres
Fuel Tank CapacityDiffers
Aura:37 Litres
XUV 3XO:42 litres
Body TypeDiffers
Aura:Sedan
XUV 3XO:SUV
Aura
XUV 3XO
Crash Test RatingDiffers
Aura:—
XUV 3XO:5-Star Bharat NCAP
AirbagsDiffers
Aura:—
XUV 3XO:6
Buyer Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct, objective answers to the most common head-to-head questions asked by prospective buyers.

The XUV 3XO has a published 5-star crash rating. A crash-test rating for the Aura is not published.
The Aura has a published mileage of 17 km/l (ARAI). The XUV 3XO has a published mileage of 17.96 - 21.2 km/l.
Using published mileage and stored ownership figures, the calculated running cost is ₹3,52,941 for Aura and ₹3,06,435 for XUV 3XO.