Byd Emax 7 vs Mahindra Xev 9s

Autocar India
BYD eMax 7

Byd Emax 7

Superior 7 seat EV

29.90 lakh

Mahindra XEV 9S

Mahindra Xev 9s

Pack Three Above 79kWh 6 seat

30.90 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Electric
Electric

Motor Type

AC Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
N/A

Number of Motors

1
–

Pure Electric Driving Mode

–

Gearbox Type

Auto
Auto

Number of Gears

1
1

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Front Wheel Drive
Rear Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Motor Power

204 hp
286hp

Max Motor Torque

310 Nm
380Nm

Fuel & Performance

Auto Start/Stop

Battery Capacity

71.8 kWh
79 kWh

Charging Time

37 min (10% to 80% 115kW DC) hrs
8hrs 0%-100%(11.2kW AC), 11.7hrs 0%-100%(7.2kW AC), 20min 20%-80%(180kW DC)

Claimed Range

530 km
679 km

0-100kph

8.6 s
–

User Reported Mileage

–
510 km

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Independent, MacPherson Strut
Independent, MacPherson Strut

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Independent, Multi-link
Independent, Multi-link

Rear Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Electric
Electric

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

Front Brakes

Discs
Disc

Rear Brakes

Discs
Disc

Wheel Size

17 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

225/55 R17
235/60 R18

Rear Tyre Size

225/55 R17
235/60 R18

Wheels

Alloys
Alloys

Spare Wheel

Space Saver

Turning Radius

–
5 m

Dimensions

Length

4710 mm
4737 mm

Width

1540 mm
1900 mm

Height

1690 mm
1747 mm

Wheelbase

2800 mm
2762 mm

Ground Clearance

170 mm
205 mm

Kerb Weight

1915 kg
–

Chassis Type

Monocoque
Monocoque

Boot Capacity

180 litres
500 litres

Doors

5
5

Comfort

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Bluetooth Connectivity

–

Cabin Boot Access

–

Cooled Cup Holders

–

Cooled Glovebox

–

Cooled Storage

–

Cup Holders

–

Digital Instrument Cluster

Part Digital / Part Analogue
–

Door Pockets

–

Driver Armrest Storage

–

Vanity Mirror

–

12 Volt Port

–

Front Seatback Pockets

–

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Interior Lamps

–

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
Driver Window Only

Powered Tailgate

–

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Sunglass Holder

–

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
–

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
Driver Window Only

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Remote Locking

Keyless Entry

Push Button Start

Climate Control

1-zone
2-zone

Rear AC Vents

Third Row AC Vents

–

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Rear Window Sun Shades

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Sunroof

Panoramic
Panoramic

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Cruise Control

Yes (Adaptive)

Auto Parking

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Hands-free Boot Opening

Safety

Airbags

6
7

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

–

Day Night Interior Mirror

Manual
–

Dashcam

–

Curtain Airbag

–

Seat Belt Warning

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

–

Side Airbag

–

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

–

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

–

Driver Airbag

–

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

–

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

–

Lane Departure Avoidance

–

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Front Collision Avoidance

–

Emergency Brake Light Flashing

–

Overspeed Warning

–

Door Ajar Warning

–

Passenger Airbag

–

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Parking Brake

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Hill Start Assist

Hill Descent Control

Central Locking

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Automatic Headlamps

Automatic Wipers

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Day/Night Interior Mirror

Manual
–

Parking Sensors

Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

Rear
360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

Warning Only
With Display

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

–
Driver's Window Only

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

LED headlamps

–

Puddle Lamps

–

Follow Me Home Headlamps

–

LED fog lamps

–

LED DRLs

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Antenna

Shark Fin
–

ORVM turn indicators

–

Projector Headlamps

Wheel Arch Cladding

–

Cornering Headlights

–

LED taillights

–

Roof Rails

–

Rub Strips

–

Scuff Plates

–

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Interior

Speedometer

Analog
Digital

Tachometer

Analog

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Gear Indicator

Shift Indicator

Head-up Display

Seat Material

Leatherette
Leatherette

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Ventilated Seats

Front Only
Front & Rear

Heated Seats

Massage Seats

Front Seat Armrest

Rear Seat Armrest

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

–

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

–

Rear Seat Backrest Split

60:40
–

Third Row Seats

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Third Row Seats Split

60:40
–

Seat Count

7
6

Entertainment

Audio System

Speakers

6
–

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

12.8-inch Touchscreen
12.3-inch Touchscreen

Android Auto

Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Satellite Navigation

On-board
On-board

Voice Commands

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Connected Car Features

Find My Car

–

Alexa Compatibility

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Over the air (OTA) updates

–

Remote AC On / Off via App

–

Emergency Call Button

–

Remote Sunroof Open / Close via App

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

–

SOS Button

–

Questions you may find useful

•20w

I bought a Honda City V MT about two years ago and absolutely love the car. At the time, it was the perfect choice for my usage. However, my circumstances have changed significantly since then-I now have two large dogs (a Labrador and a German Shepherd), and the City is no longer practical for transporting both dogs comfortably, especially on longer highway trips. I am trying to decide between keeping the City and buying a second EV primarily for dog transport and city use, or replacing the City altogether with a single-car solution. The vehicles I am considering include the Kia Carens Clavis EV, Mahindra XEV 9S, Mahindra XEV 9e, BYD eMAX 7, and Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid. My priorities are: Comfortable transport for two large dogs Highway touring ability Ease of parking and city usability Long-term ownership (8–10 years) Good ride comfort Reasonable running costs Would you recommend: 1. Keeping the Honda City and adding a practical EV (such as the Clavis EV), or 2. Moving to a single-car garage and choosing something like the XEV 9S, eMAX 7, or Hycross? Also, is there a midsize SUV (EV, hybrid, petrol or diesel) that offers: A low boot loading lip, Rear seats that fold nearly flat, Enough cargo length and width for two large dogs to comfortably lie down on highway trips, While still being manageable in city traffic and parking? Which vehicle would you choose for this specific use case and why?