Mahindra XEV 9S price in Shahjahanpur

I want to upgrade from a Tata Nexon EV Max to a seven-seater SUV. Having used the EV for almost 4 years, I have experienced how economical it is and would like to go for another EV. One of the best options I am considering is the Mahindra XEV 9S. However, I am not sure whether it is really worth the price, as I don't feel comfortable spending over Rs. 30 lakh on a Mahindra. Are there any better options I should consider? Please advise.

I would really appreciate your expert guidance because I’m confused between three Mahindra options: * Mahindra XUV 7XO AX5 Diesel Automatic * Mahindra XUV 7XO AX5 Petrol Automatic * Mahindra XEV 9S My driving pattern is as follows: * Around 30–40 km daily, almost entirely within Chandigarh city. * Occasional highway trips, but the majority of my driving is in city traffic. My biggest priorities are: 1. Low running cost over the long term. 2. Reliability and hassle-free ownership. 3. Good drivability in city traffic. 4. A future-proof choice that I can comfortably keep for the next 7–10 years. My questions are: 1. Is a modern diesel automatic a good choice for someone driving only 30–40 km per day in the city? I’ve heard concerns about DPF regeneration and diesel suitability for predominantly urban driving. Is my daily running sufficient to avoid such issues? 2. If my usage remains 30–40 km daily in the city, would you recommend the XUV 7XO Diesel Automatic over the Petrol Automatic, or is the petrol variant a better long-term choice? 3. I have also been reading discussions that, in the future, diesel may gradually see higher blends of isobutanol or other biofuels, similar to how ethanol blending has increased in petrol. Is this something buyers should genuinely be concerned about over the next 7–10 years, or is it unlikely to affect the reliability and longevity of modern diesel engines? Would you consider diesel a safe long-term investment from this perspective? 4. I also really like the Mahindra XEV 9S because of its low running costs, smooth driving experience, and the convenience of home charging. However, my only concern is charging infrastructure on outstation trips. While most of my driving is within the city, I do take occasional long-distance drives and don’t want to feel restricted because of charging availability. 5. Considering my usage, which of these would you personally recommend: * XUV 7XO AX5 Petrol Automatic * XUV 7XO AX5 Diesel Automatic * Mahindra XEV 9S If you were buying a vehicle for yourself with the same driving pattern and intended to keep it for the next 7–10 years, which one would you choose and why? Looking forward to your expert advice. Thank you!

I am looking to buy a 6/7-seater electric car. I am currently inclined towards the Mahindra XEV 9e, but I am unsure about its ride quality and suspension comfort. I have also considered the Kia Clavis EV, but its smaller battery pack and overall design are not very appealing to me. I can also wait for the Tata Safari EV if it is likely to be a better option. Which EV would you recommend?

Hi Autocar, Log in You said: Hi Autocar, I am planning to buy a car and here are the details- Weekly commute within the city-650km Every quarter we go for a trip -2500-3000km(mostly south india) Every year we go for a north trip-6000-7000km(source location -Hyderabad). We are 2 of a family, I am thinking to buy an Ev (3 cars in my mind Harrier AWD/Sierra AWD/XEV 9S) please suggest me, if EV works for the above. Can i ask in this way? ChatGPT said: Yes. Your question is understandable, but you can make it clearer and include the information that matters most for getting useful advice. Here's a polished version: I'm planning to buy a new car and would like your recommendation on whether an EV suits my usage. Here are my driving patterns: City commute: ~650 km per week (Hyderabad) Quarterly road trips: 2,500–3,000 km across South India Annual road trip: 6,000–7,000 km to North India (starting from Hyderabad) Family size: 2 adults (occasionally carrying luggage for long trips) I'm considering these EVs: Tata Harrier EV AWD Tata Sierra EV AWD Mahindra XEV 9e AWD My questions are: Is an EV the right choice for this kind of usage, especially considering the frequent long-distance road trips? Which of these three vehicles would you recommend, and why? What are the pros and cons of each in terms of real-world range, charging network, highway comfort, reliability, service support, and long-term ownership? Are there any challenges I should expect during my South India and North India road trips? Would you recommend an EV over a diesel or petrol SUV for my driving pattern? Please explain with estimated running costs and travel-time differences. I'm looking for a practical recommendation based on real-world ownership experience rather than just brochure specifications.

I have a 2021 Skoda Kushaq 1.0 TSI Petrol AT and a 2025 Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 Petrol AT. We have decided to buy the Mahindra XEV 9S between December and February. The Kushaq has covered 31,100 km and is expected to reach around 33,000 km by then, while the XUV 3XO has covered 10,700 km and is expected to reach around 12,000 km by the time the XEV 9S arrives. Mahindra XUV 3XO is being sold for Rs. 14,30,000 and Skoda Kushaq 1.0 TSI Petrol AT is being sold for Rs. 14,60,000. Can you suggest which one I should sell after buying the Mahindra XEV 9S? Please advise based on practicality and financial considerations. I would be glad to hear your advice.