Mahindra KUV100 NXT
₹6.02 Lakhs
Ex-Showroom Price
Mahindra KUV100 NXT
The Mahindra KUV100 NXT is a compact micro SUV with a distinctive 6-seat layout and SUV-inspired design. Available in petrol and diesel options, it is Mahindra's most affordable entry into the personal SUV segment.
Price Breakup
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Key Specification
18.15 kmpl
Mileage
1198 cc
Engine Displacement
3
Cylinders
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82 PS @ 5500 rpm
Max Power
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115 Nm @ 3500 rpm
Max Torque
6
Sitting Capacity
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Petrol
Fuel Type
170 mm
Ground Clearance
185/65 R15
Tire Size
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243 Litres
Boot Space
Micro SUV
Body Type
5-speed MT
Transmission
Mahindra KUV100 NXT variants
The Mahindra KUV100 NXT price for the base model starts at ₹6.02 Lakhs (Ex-Showroom) and ₹6.45 Lakhs (On-Road, Noida). There are 3 variants listed below.
₹6.45 Lakhs
On-Road price
₹7.86 Lakhs
On-Road price
₹8.23 Lakhs
On-Road price
Mahindra KUV100 NXT Colors (3)
Mahindra KUV100 NXT Colors (3)
Silver
Silver
Fiery Orange
Red
Mahindra KUV100 NXT Latest Updates
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KUV100 NXT continues as Mahindra's most affordable SUV-styled offering in the lineup.
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Available in both petrol and diesel engine options with manual transmission.
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Popular in tier-2 and tier-3 cities as an affordable first SUV.
Performance and driveability
The 1.2L mFALCON petrol is peppy in city conditions with 82 PS. The diesel variant offers better fuel economy for high-mileage users. Neither engine is particularly refined by modern standards.
Interior and features
The KUV100 NXT offers a 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic climate control, and a unique 6-seat layout with a front bench on upper trims.
Who should buy
Suitable for budget buyers in smaller cities who want an SUV-styled car with a 6-seat layout. The Tata Punch and Maruti Fronx offer better value in the same price range for most buyers.
Mahindra KUV100 NXT Brochure
How is Mahindra KUV100 NXT
Pros
- •Unique 6-seat layout with front bench — first in class.
- •Available in both petrol and diesel.
- •Affordable entry-level Mahindra SUV.
Cons
- •No automatic transmission option.
- •Interior quality feels dated compared to newer rivals.
- •Only 2 airbags — safety lags behind competition.
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Q. Is the Mahindra KUV100 NXT a practical micro-SUV purchase for Indian first-time car buyers at ₹6–9 lakh?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The KUV100 NXT offers something genuinely unusual at its price — a 6-seat configuration (front bench seat) in a sub-4m compact SUV, making it usable for joint-family nuclear household situations. Against the Maruti Alto or WagonR at similar prices, it offers more road presence and a diesel option. Against the Maruti Fronx or Tata Punch, which are better-specified and more refined at comparable prices, the KUV100 NXT concedes on feature quality and driving refinement. It's a car with a clear niche rather than a broadly recommended choice.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. What real-world mileage does the KUV100 NXT diesel return in Indian city conditions?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The 1.2L mFalcon diesel returns 23–25 km/l on highways and 18–20 km/l in city conditions — the best mileage in its class and arguably among the best of any car sold in India. For cost-conscious buyers, the fuel economy is the KUV100 NXT diesel's defining strength. Monthly fuel cost for a typical 1,200 km city commuter is approximately ₹2,500–3,500 — remarkably low. This economy advantage over petrol rivals makes the diesel variant very compelling for high-mileage daily drivers.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. Does the KUV100 NXT's 6-seat front bench configuration actually work for a family of 5–6 in real use?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The 6-seat layout requires the front passenger to straddle the gear lever area on manual variants — a significant compromise for the middle front passenger. In practice, most KUV100 families use it as a 5-seater, relegating the 6th seat to occasional short-trip use. The rear three-seat bench is adequate for three adults over short distances. As a genuinely useful 6-seater, it works for 4–5 people comfortably; the 6th seat is more a configuration curiosity than a consistently practical position.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. Should a family choose the KUV100 NXT over the Tata Punch or Maruti Fronx at similar price points?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
The Tata Punch and Maruti Fronx are more balanced products — better infotainment, more modern interiors, better safety ratings, and comparable or lower pricing in their entry variants. The KUV100 NXT's advantages are its exceptional diesel mileage and the 6-seat option — genuine differentiators for cost-conscious or large-household buyers. For a buyer who doesn't specifically need those two advantages, the Punch and Fronx offer more rounded propositions. Choose the KUV100 NXT purposefully for its unique strengths, not as a default compact SUV choice.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Q. What are the known maintenance issues and ownership costs for the KUV100 NXT in India?
SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
Annual service costs at Mahindra service centres run ₹12,000–18,000. The mFalcon diesel engine is reliable but less widely known by independent mechanics than the mHawk — some towns have limited independent support, making dealer proximity more important. The front bench seat's gear lever tunnel on 6-seat variants can be a comfort complaint long-term. The infotainment system on early variants is slow; later facelift units improved this. Overall ownership has been broadly trouble-free, with the diesel engine's reliability being the strongest long-term endorsement.
By SIX BUY AND SELL TEAM • Apr 2026
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