Mahindra XUV 3XO CNG achieves five-star BNCAP rating. It scored 29.36 points in adult occupant protection assessment. Child occupant protection score improved by two points.
The newly-launched Mahindra XUV 3XO CNG was recently subjected to Bharat NCAP (New Car Assessment Program) crash tests, scoring a full five-star safety rating. The subcompact scored 29.36 points out of 32 points in adult occupant protection (AOP) and 43 points out of a maximum 49 points in child occupant protection (COP).
While its AOP scores remains similar to the ICE-powered XUV 3XO, the COP score has improved by two points. The improved rating is applicable to all models manufactured from VIN (vehicle identification number) MA1NS2NVPS2B98575 onwards.
Adult Occupant Protection
In the frontal offset deformable barrier test, the Mahindra XUV 3XO CNG provided ‘Good’ protection to the driver’s head, neck, pelvis and thighs. Chest protection was rated as ‘Adequate’, while the tibiae protection received ‘Adequate’ and ‘Marginal’ on the respective sides.
The subcompact SUV offered ‘Good’ protection to all assessed body regions of the front passenger. In both the side movable deformable barrier test and side pole impact test, the XUV 3XO CNG provided ‘Good’ protection across all body regions.
Child Occupant Protection
The XUV 3XO also performed well in the child occupant protection tests. Both the 18-month-old and 3-year-old child dummies scored 8 out of 8 points in frontal crash test and 4 out of 4 points in the side crash test. The subcompact SUV secured a perfect 24 out of 24 points in the dynamic test and 12 out of 12 in the CRS installation test. However, its performance in the vehicle assessment was relatively weaker, with a score 7 out of 13 points.
Safety Features
In terms of safety, the Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG offers six airbags, reverse parking sensors, electronic stability control, rear view camera, Isofix child-seat mounts, rear view camera, seatbelt reminder for all passengers, three-point seatbelts for all passengers and height adjustable front seatbelts.
Engine Specifications
The Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG comes equipped with a 1.2-litre MPFi (multi-point fuel injection) turbocharged petrol engine paired with a factory-fitted CNG kit. The setup delivers a maximum power of 11bhp and 200Nm of torque. The CNG version is exclusively available with a 6-speed manual gearbox and offers a claimed fuel efficiency of 24.7km/kg.
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