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Asked by: Amit wadhwani

I am planning to buy a Mahindra XEV 9E or 9S in the next 5-6 months. The car will be used as my primary vehicle for city driving (30-40 km a day) and for 2-3 long cross-country trips per year across India. My questions are: Is the charging network reliable on Indian highways? Has Mahindra resolved the software issues related to the new platform? Is an AWD variant expected in either car in the next year? Thank you for answering my questions.

As a city car, the Mahindra XEV 9E/9S offers a good range and will work well. You’ll typically only need to charge it every couple of days, depending on your usage. In fact, if you have home charging, an EV is even more convenient than an ICE car. On the highways, it's a different story altogether. A road trip in an EV can be an adventure, as the public fast-charging network can be hit-or-miss. With some proper planning and back-ups (for charging) built into your itinerary, it is possible to travel across India except for very remote locations. The good thing is that the XEV 9E/9S has a good range, and you can comfortably get 400+ km on one charge with some careful driving. The software issues are largely resolved, as Mahindra is constantly updating the software on its EVs to iron out bugs. We have also seen a dramatic reduction in customer complaints. Though the XEV’s INGLO platform is designed to take AWD, the cost of an AWD variant is too high. Therefore, Mahindra doesn’t feel that there is an immediate market for it. Hence, an AWD variant is unlikely to be launched in the coming year.
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31 Dec' 25
Asked by: Hem Patel

I’m confused between the Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650 (Bear 650). My most use will be night rides and Sunday short spins, mostly in the city. I’m also open to other bike recommendations. Please suggest.

The two Royal Enfield 650s you are looking at are limited in terms of comfort in one way or another. The Continental GT 650 - with its committed rider's triangle - will be comfortable only for short blasts before you start to become uncomfortable. Meanwhile, with its rather stiff rear suspension, the Bear 650 will toss you around over anything other than perfect tarmac roads. Between the two, we'd still recommend choosing the Continental because at least you have the peace of mind of tubeless tyres if you fit the accessory alloy wheels to it, which isn't possible on the Bear. If you are open to considering the Interceptor, that makes for a fun Sunday bike, too, with far fewer compromises than both of its aforementioned siblings. A test ride of all three will help you make up your mind.
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31 Dec' 25
Asked by: Aneesh R Nair

Hi, I am looking to replace my 2013 Dzire petrol with a bigger car, preferably an SUV. My average monthly running is low, around 1,000 km or less. We are a family of three, along with a dog, and we go on long trips once every month or two, usually under 1,000 km round-trip. Due to my transferable job, I am not keen on European brands with limited service networks. Please suggest suitable options among the Sierra, 7XO, and Harrier Petrol.

Go for the Mahindra XUV 7XO mainly because it has a third row (which the Tata Sierra and Harrier do not), and it will be a comfortable spot for your dog.Apart from the additional seating, the XUV 7XO, which is an updated version of the XUV700, works very well for long trips. It makes a great highway car thanks to strong petrol and diesel engines and good high-speed stability. Mahindra has a vast service network, so your concern is also taken care of.
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31 Dec' 25
Asked by: Hiren

My Dzire is 10 years old and for my new car I have shortlisted the top versions of the 3XO, Venue, and Fronx. Which car should I finalize?

Between the cars you have shortlisted, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx stands out as an outlier because it is over ₹3 lakh cheaper than the Hyundai Venue and Mahindra 3XO. If value for money is your priority, the Fronx with the 1.0 litre turbo petrol engine paired with the 6-speed automatic makes a lot of sense. The engine feels punchy, and the automatic gearbox is smooth. The Fronx is also spacious and comfortable with a sufficiently large boot. That said, compared to the others, it offers fewer premium features, and the cabin design and quality feel more basic.Between the Hyundai Venue and the Mahindra 3XO, the choice is much closer as both are strong products. The 3XO is wider and works better as a five-seater, and it is also the more engaging car to drive. The Venue, on the other hand, feels more polished overall, with better feature execution, slicker infotainment and digital instrument screens, and a significantly larger boot than the 3XO.
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31 Dec' 25
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