Two new budget cars are about to shake up the sales charts

Two new budget cars/crossovers, the Hyundai Exter and Mahindra 3XO, were launched in SA this week. Starting at under R300k, both vehicles offer great value for money. Could they potentially outsell popular models like the VW Polo Vivo/Suzuki Swift or the Renault Kiger?

Dave Taylor provides an in-depth look into the specifications and offerings of the Mahindra and Hyundai ranges. Share your thoughts on these new budget cars in the comments below.

[StreetPhat]

I used to be a loyal VW owner/fan until last year when I got Mahindra.... let's just say I've lost street cred but not money and gained comfort

[Kopsnkops]

The Mahindra looks miles better than the Hyundai. That Exter looks terrible in my opinion

[vishalRajput]

Mahindra has a reliable engine..n 3xo power n drive quality just amazing

[michaelflinn]

Can't wait to drive the Mahindra. Looks awesome and that engine knocks everything else out the park.

[Skippers.]

The new Exeter is a Grand i10 on heels. Once you see it you can't unsee it 😂

[optomanish]

I bought Mahindra XUV700 AX7L, Super Luxurious, Solid Car.

[SDav]

I think the Mahindra will feel better simply because it has a turbo charged engine which makes way more power and torque than the Hyundai. This is especially important in most of the provinces at higher altitude where the naturally aspirated cars feel unbelievably sluggish. Although, you can still get a Chery Tiggo 4 at these prices which is still better than both.

[keithkenny]

I recently bought a Suzuki Baleno 1.5 glx. It drives well and has a lot of extras that other cars don't have.
Yet all is not a rainbow with Suzuki and this is just my opinion. Firstly the HUD option is a nice to have and all it offers is on the dash between the speedo and tach meter.
The car does NOT come with auto locking doors a critical safety feature in South Africa
The infotainment system is not bad but lacks RDS to keep you tuned to the radio station with AF, There is nothing more frustrating while driving and the station fades away because your frequency changes all the time, you have to keep resetting the station either stopping or while driving.
Two main safety features I would add in all cars and keep out the nice to have options...

[pulakprakriti]

Actually Mahindra 3XO is a segment above Hyundai Exter. The Exter is in the same segment as Tata Punch.

[zeed]

The Exter will sell initially because of Hyundai badging and curiosity but will ultimately fail for the same reason the Honda WRX did - that 1.2 engine. In South Africa, our runaround car is our only car - this needed a 1.6 or 1.0 Turbo engine.
Watch how the Venue will eventually die because of pricing. Hyundai making some unwise marketing decisions.
The new Mahindra is a win! Ticks all the boxes. It will be the one that builds the Brand in SA.

[vaneshreenaicker]

I personally like the Exter, kind of looks like the baby New Hyundai Sante Fe sold in America. Please let Ciro do a review on the Exter, its been ages since I saw him and I want to see his reviews again.

[Deslynnehugo]

If you buy the MAHINDRA you can be sure you will not be HIJAKT they think it is no good i am a fan of Mahindra and yes you dont hear of mahindra even getting stolen

[ayushmankar]

Mahindra 3XO is a segment above Hyundai Exter . Exter is in the same segment as TATA Punch . While Mahindra 3XO is in the segment of TATA Nexon .

[AyandaMarcus-thku]

Please do a full review of both, they really look good

[mornerobins]

Unfortunately, the headrest on the Exter does not have an adjustable headrest. That is a problem when the headrest ends at the base of your neck. Surely, it could not have been that expensive to include an adjustable headrest

[TheAvela]

Mahindra 82kw 200nm, vw t cross 85kw 200nm.

[TheKatjie]

I just test drove this Mahindra and I really liked it! I am looking at this or the Chery Tigo 4 Pro and Im really leaning to this Mahindra. Ive never had this before, had a KIA and a VW before.

[HeronOverlandGarage]

This must be the coolest most genuine guy in Youtube! also just look at the rugby jersey!

[danielsmith]

How do u get the maps on the infotainment system?No adrenox app available for SA. Android auto app no maps.

[AyeshaVahed-mt]

Went to see the cherry tigo pro4 .Also went to see the .Suzuki fronx , no comparison at all . The Mahindra trumps all.its competitors.Superb !