Quick Read - The Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG has become India's first sub-compact CNG SUV with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, backed by dedicated gas-leak protection and 270 litres of boot space.
Mahindra has extended the XUV 3XO's 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating to its CNG-powered ZNG version, scoring 29.36 out of 32 points in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 45 out of 49 points in Child Occupant Protection (COP). This makes it India's first sub-compact CNG SUV to achieve a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, according to the carmaker.
The XUV 3XO ZNG uses a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine, producing 82 kW or 110 hp and 200 Nm in both petrol and CNG modes. It has a claimed certified fuel efficiency of 24.7 km/kg when running on CNG.
The CNG cylinders are positioned underneath the luggage area instead of occupying the conventional boot space, preserving a flat loading floor and offering 270 litres of usable luggage capacity.
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Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG: Bharat NCAP Scores
The XUV 3XO ZNG secured the maximum 5-star rating in both occupant protection categories. Its adult protection score is identical to the petrol XUV 3XO's original Bharat NCAP result from November 2024, although the CNG version has scored two additional points in child occupant protection.
| Assessment | XUV 3XO ZNG | Earlier XUV 3XO |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Occupant Protection | 29.36/32 | 29.36/32 |
| Child Occupant Protection | 45/49 | 43/49 |
| Bharat NCAP rating | 5 stars | 5 stars |
The earlier figures are from the original XUV 3XO assessment, rather than a direct comparison of identical test configurations.
3XO CNG-Specific Safety Systems And Standard Equipment
Apart from the crash-test result, the ZNG comes with more than 35 standard safety features across its range. These include six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and ISOFIX child-seat mounts.
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Mahindra has also equipped the CNG version with an integrated gas-leak detection system. In the event of a detected leak, the system automatically switches the engine's fuel supply to petrol mode, adding a dedicated layer of protection for the CNG setup.
Image Source: BNCAP
Table of Contents
- Mahindra XUV 3XO ZNG: Bharat NCAP Scores
- 3XO CNG-Specific Safety Systems And Standard Equipment
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