Mahindra XEV 9e price and specifications compared with rivals

    Until the Tata Harrier EV arrives, Mahindra’s electric coupe-SUV will compete with the BYD Atto 3 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5.

    Published On Nov 28, 2024 09:00:00 AM

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    Mahindra XEV 9e vs born EV rivals

    Mahindra has revealed the first of its born-EVs – the BE 6e and the XEV 9e. While the smaller BE has competition in the market in the form of the Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV and a few upcoming models like the Maruti e Vitara and Hyundai Creta EV, the larger XEV 9e is a more niche model.

    The all-electric coupe-SUV is not expected to see any direct competition until Tata brings out the Harrier EV next year. But based on its price, size and specifications, along with the fact that it's a born-EV and not an ICE conversion, the XEV 9e will also contend with the BYD Atto 3 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5, to a degree.

    Mahindra XEV 9e vs rivals size

    Mahindra XEV 9e vs rivals: Dimensions
    XEV 9eAtto 3Ioniq 5
    Length (mm)478944554635
    Width (mm)190718751890
    Height (mm)169416151625
    Wheelbase (mm)277527203000
    Ground clearance (mm)207175163 (laden)
    Turning diameter (m)10-12
    Tyres245/55 R19 (245/50 R20)215/55 R18255/45 R20
    Boot (litres)663440527
    Frunk (litres)150-57

    Among the XEV 9e, Atto 3 and Ioniq 5, it is the Mahindra that is the largest overall by a fair margin, though the Hyundai has the longest wheelbase; it's a whopping 225mm longer than the XEV and 280mm longer than the BYD. From wheel size to boot space, the Atto 3 is the smallest e-SUV here; it doesn't get a frunk either.

    Mahindra claims that its variable ratio steering helps reduce the turning radius, which is one reason why the larger Mahindra has a smaller turning diameter than the Hyundai. The Ioniq 5 has the largest wheels with the widest tyres here, but Mahindra does offer a comparable size as an optional extra. Finally, the Mahindra's boot space and frunk capacity are the largest here.

    Mahindra XEV 9e vs rivals range, battery, charging

    Mahindra XEV 9e vs rivals: Battery, range, charging
    XEV 9e 59kWhXEV 9e 79kWhAtto 3 DynamicAtto 3 Premium & SuperiorIoniq 5
    Battery size (kWh)597949.9260.4872.6
    Motor (hp/Nm)231/380286/380204/310204/310217/350
    DriveRWDRWDFWDFWDRWD
    MIDC range (km)542656468521631
    Fast charging (min)20 (140kW)20 (170kW)50 (50kW)50 (50kW)21 (150kW)
    Charging (hours)8.7 (7.2kW), 6 (11kW)11.7 (7.2kW), 8 (11kW)89.5-107 (11kW)
    Claimed 0-100kph (seconds)-6.87.97.37.6

    The XEV 9e and the Atto 3 are available with two battery pack options, while the Ioniq 5 has just one. Comparing the entry-level BYD and Mahindra, one can see that the XEV gets a larger battery, more range and a more powerful motor. In fact, the higher-spec Atto 3 is more comparable to the entry-level XEV 9e in terms of range, battery size and charging times.

    The higher-spec XEV 9e with the 79kWh battery seems to outdo the Ioniq 5, on paper, on every performance metric – range, and 0-100kph and charging times. Interestingly, even the larger battery Atto 3 is quicker to sprint to 100kph than the Ioniq 5. It should be noted that the Mahindra and Hyundai are rear-wheel drive models, while the BYD is front-wheel drive.

    Mahindra XEV 9e vs rivals price

    Mahindra XEV 9e vs rivals: Price, ex-showroom, India (in Rs, lakh)
    XEV 9eAtto 3Ioniq 5
    Price rangeRs 21.90 lakh onwardsRs 24.99-33.99 lakhRs 46.05 lakh

    While the Rs 21.90 lakh base price for the XEV 9e is extremely competitive – undercutting the BYD Atto 3's entry-level price by over Rs 3 lakh, and the Hyundai Ioniq 5's by a massive Rs 24.05 lakh – it should be noted that this is an introductory price that will increase in the coming months. In addition, the Mahindra's price tag does not include the price of a charger or the installation of one, while the price of the other two includes a charger.

    Nonetheless, on paper, the Mahindra XEV 9e seems to have a definite advantage over its born-EV rivals. It is priced lower, gets more range and performance, and is larger as well, which bodes well for interior space.

    Also see:

    Mahindra XEV 9e launched at Rs 21.90 lakh

    Mahindra XEV 9e image gallery

    Mahindra XEV 9e walkaround video

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