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Mahindra XUV 3XO CNG Achieves 5-Star Safety Rating in Bharat NCAP Tests
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What Happened?
The Mahindra XUV 3XO CNG has received a 5-star safety rating in Bharat NCAP crash tests, becoming the first sub-compact CNG SUV in India to achieve this. It scored highly in both adult and child occupant protection.
Key points
- The XUV 3XO CNG scored 29.36 out of 32 points in Adult Occupant Protection.
- It earned 45 out of 49 points in Child Occupant Protection.
- The CNG version includes over 35 standard safety features.
- It features a dedicated gas-leak detection system that switches to petrol mode if a leak is detected.
- The SUV is powered by a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine with a CNG system, producing 111hp and 200Nm.
- Prices for the XUV 3XO CNG start at Rs 9.99 lakh.
Key insights
- The 5-star rating could enhance consumer confidence in CNG vehicles.
- This achievement may encourage other manufacturers to prioritize safety in their models.
- The dedicated safety features may lead to a competitive edge in the SUV market.
Why it matters
The safety rating highlights the increasing focus on vehicle safety standards in India.
Entities
Mahindra· CompanyXUV 3XO CNG· ProductBharat NCAP· EventIndia· Country
Source
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