Upcoming Mahindra Compact SUVs in India 2025
The upcoming Mahindra compact SUVs in India 2025 are going to make the SUV market even hotter. Mahindra & Mahindra is already the king of SUVs like Scorpio N, Thar and XUV 700, and now the brand is ready with a bunch of new compact models.
Both petrol-diesel (ICE) SUVs and full-electric SUVs are under development. Recently, many test mules were spotted on Indian roads which means Mahindra is gearing up for some big launches soon.
Here we’ll cover 3 upcoming compact Mahindra SUVs – Thar Facelift, XUV 3XO EV and a brand-new compact SUV based on Vision S.
1. Mahindra Thar 3-Door Facelift
The Mahindra Thar facelift has been spotted multiple times during testing. It will still keep its rugged off-road DNA, but with fresh design and more premium features.
Key Updates in Thar Facelift
- New bumpers and revised grille design
- LED lights with updated DRLs
- New alloy wheel pattern
- Cabin upgrade – inspired from 5-door Thar Roxx
Under the hood, the Thar facelift won’t change much. It will continue with:
- 1.5L diesel engine
- 2.0L petrol engine
- 2.2L diesel engine
Transmission options: 6-speed manual & 6-speed torque converter automatic.
The facelift is more about style, comfort and feature updates while keeping the same powertrains.
2. Mahindra XUV 3XO EV
The next big launch in upcoming Mahindra compact SUVs in India 2025 is the Mahindra XUV 3XO EV. This will be Mahindra’s new entry-level electric SUV.
Expected Highlights:
- Driving range of around 450 km per charge
- Similar design to the XUV 3XO ICE version but with EV styling cues
- Cabin with subtle EV changes (blue accents, digital dials etc.)
This EV will sit below the Mahindra XUV400 in the lineup. If Mahindra prices it smartly, it will directly challenge Tata Nexon EV and MG ZS EV.
3. Mahindra Vision S Based Compact SUV
Mahindra also teased a new compact SUV concept called Vision S at its Freedom_NU event.
- Inspired by Scorpio N design elements
- Compact size, sub-4-metre category
- Prototypes already spotted on test in India
However, Mahindra’s new NU_IQ platform SUVs are officially planned for 2027, so the launch timeline is still a bit confusing. If Mahindra pushes early, we may see it in late 2025 or 2026.
Likely engines: 1.2L turbo petrol & diesel options from XUV 3XO.
Summary – Upcoming Mahindra Compact SUVs in India 2025
Here’s a quick look:
- Mahindra Thar 3-door facelift → Design and feature upgrade, same engines.
- Mahindra XUV 3XO EV → Entry-level EV SUV with ~450 km range.
- Mahindra Vision S compact SUV → New model, could launch by 2026-27.
Mahindra’s plan is clear: dominate compact SUV market with both ICE and EV options. Buyers will soon have more choices in under-20 lakh price range.
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FAQs on Upcoming Mahindra Compact SUVs in India 2025
Which Mahindra compact SUV is launching first in 2025?
The Thar 3-door facelift is expected to launch first.
What is the range of Mahindra XUV 3XO EV?
Around 450 km on a single charge (expected).
Will the Thar facelift get new engines?
No, it will continue with 1.5L diesel, 2.0L petrol and 2.2L diesel.
What is Mahindra’s new Vision S compact SUV?
A new Scorpio N inspired compact SUV, based on NU_IQ platform, could come in 2026 or later.
Why is Mahindra focusing on compact SUVs?
Because compact SUVs are India’s most popular segment right now – perfect mix of features, style and price.
