Mahindra XEV 9S

The Mahindra XEV 9S price in India starts from Rs 19.95 lakh and goes up to Rs 29.45 lakh (ex-showroom), with 6 variants on offer. The XEV 9S is the first dedicated 7-seater mass-market electric SUV, and is based on Mahindra’s INGLO base, just like the BE 6 and XEV 9e. The Mahindra XEV 9S electric SUV is available with 59kWh, 70kWh and 79kWh battery pack options, with ARAI ranges of 521km, 600km and 679km, respectively. The entry-level Pack One Above variant has 59kWh and 79kWh options, both driving the rear wheels. The Pack Two Above comes with 70kWh and 79kWh options, while the Pack Three and Pack Three Above variants offer only a 79kWh battery option.

In terms of features, connected daytime running lamps (DRLs), triangular LED headlamps, Harman Kardon sound system, a wide triple-screen setup, dual-zone climate control, multi-colour ambient lighting, leatherette seat upholstery and an ADAS suite are on offer.

Mahindra XEV 9S - Key Highlights

• The 7-seater XEV 9S is underpinned by the INGLO base, just like the Mahindra BE 6, XEV 9e
• The XEV 9S gets a rear-wheel drive motor setup
• Battery options include 59kWh (231hp motor), 70kWh (245hp motor) and 79kWh (286hp motor)
• XEV 9S range is between 521km and 679km
• Ground clearance is 219mm
• Features like triple-screen setup, panoramic sunroof, ADAS and more are on offer

Mahindra XEV 9S Rivals

The XEV 9S is the first mass-market three-row electric SUV and has no direct rivals as of now. The only other three-row EVs under Rs 50 lakh are the Kia Carens Clavis EV and the BYD eMax 7, but both are MPVs, so they don’t really line up against the Mahindra EV.