Tata Harrier EV Adventure vs Mahindra XEV 9e Pack One: which offers more features?

The base variants of both electric SUVs are set apart by just Rs 40,000.

Published On Jun 13, 2025 06:44:00 PM

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Tata Motors recently debuted the Harrier EV as its flagship new electric SUV which is positioned to directly take on the Mahindra XEV 9e, the latter already having established a footing in the market. Although full specs and prices are yet to be revealed, Tata Motors has announced the base price of the Harrier EV to be Rs 21.49 lakh. That’s just Rs 40,000 less than the XEV 9e which is priced from Rs 21.90 lakh, both prices ex-showroom.

While we really can’t compare the specs as of now, here in this article we are taking a close look at what features you get on the base variant of both SUVs, and which offers more for your money.

Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Exterior features

Harrier.ev vs XEV 9e exterior features
	Harrier.ev	XEV 9e
Headlamps	LED Bi-projectors	LED Bi-projectors
LED DRLs	Yes	Yes
Tail lamps	LEDs	LEDs
Wheels	18-inch alloys with aero covers	19-inch steel wheels with aero covers
Illuminated logos	No	Yes
Sequential turn indicators	No	No
Auto headlamps and wipers	No	Yes
Rear spoiler	Yes	Yes
Integrated side step	Yes	No
Puddle lamps	Yes	No
Electric adjust/fold ORVMs	Yes/Yes	Yes/No
Colour	Dual-tone	Single-tone

On the exterior, the Harrier EV has some additional features over the XEV 9e, namely puddle lamps, auto-folding ORVMs, an integrated side step and dual-tone colour shades. It has alloys, albeit a size smaller, as opposed to the Mahindra’s steel wheels. The XEV 9e, however, goes one up with illuminated front and rear logos and auto headlamps and wipers.

Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Interior features

Harrier.ev vs XEV 9e interior features
	Harrier.ev	XEV 9e
Infotainment screen size	10.25-inch	12.3-inch
Digital driver’s display	10.25-inch	12.3-inch
Passenger screen	No	12.3-inch
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto	Wired	Wireless
Auto AC	Yes	Yes
Seat upholstery	Leatherette	Fabric
Leather wrapped steering	Yes	Yes
Wireless Charger	No	No
On-board navigation	Yes	No
Audio system	4 speakers, 2 tweeters	4 speakers, 2 tweeters
Ventilated front seats	No	No
Push button start	Yes	Yes
Driver’s seat adjust	Manual	Manual
60:40 split rear seats	Yes	Yes
Fast charging Type C ports	Yes	Yes
Front armrest	Yes	Yes
Rear armrest	No	Yes
Reclining rear seats	No	Yes
Connected car tech	Yes	Yes
OTA updates	Yes	Yes
Rear window sunshade	No	No
Tilt/Telescopic steering	Yes/Yes	Yes /Yes

On the equipment front, the XEV 9e has a clear advantage over the Harrier.ev. Not only does the XEV 9e have larger infotainment and driver’s display, but it also gets an additional screen for the passenger right from the base variant; plus, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also wireless as opposed to them being wired on the Harrier.ev. The rear seats, too, are more comfortable, thanks to the reclining function and fold-down armrest.

The Harrier.ev does claw back some ground with leatherette upholstery and on-board navigation right from the base variant, but the XEV 9e impresses more with its convenience and feel good features.

Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Driving features

Harrier.ve vs XEV 9e driving features
	Harrier.ev	XEV 9e
Drive modes	Sport, City, Eco	Default, Range, Everyday, Race
Terrain modes	Normal, Wet/Rain, Rough Road	Snow mode
Drift mode	Yes	No
Boost mode	No	Yes
Brake regeneration	Yes	Yes
Cruise control	Yes	Yes
V2V charging	Yes	No
V2L capabilities	Yes	No

As far as driving features are concerned, the Harrier EV has a few more tricks up its sleeve with the Terrain modes – Normal, Wet/Rain and Rough Road. In comparison, the XEV 9e only gets a snow mode which comes in on a higher trim on the Harrier.ev. The latter has also the distinction with vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-load charging capabilities which the Mahindra completely misses out on. A unique distinction on both SUVs is the drift mode on the Harrier.ev and Boost mode on the XEV 9e.

Tata Harrier EV vs Mahindra XEV 9e: safety features

Harrier.ev vs XEV 9e safety features
	Harrier.ev	XEV 9e
Airbags	6	6
Camera	Rear	Rear
Parking sensors	Rear	Rear
ADAS suite	No	No
Electronic parking brake	Yes	Yes
TPMS	Yes	Yes
ESC	Yes	Yes
Hill descent/ascent control	Yes	No
Traction control	Yes	No
All wheel disc brakes	Yes	Yes

On the safety front, while both SUVs are evenly matched on the basics, the Harrier.ev marks out an advantage with hill descent/ascent control and a traction control system.

What's the verdict?

For just Rs 40,000 more, the Mahindra XEV 9e clearly has the more techy and feature-laden interior, while the Harrier.ev has more safety and driving-related features. It must be noted that both SUVs are fundamentally quite different – the XEV 9e is a born-electric coupe-SUV while the ICE-converted Harrier.ev is more traditional in its body style. However, both SUVs are rear-wheel driven, with the Harrier.ev having a slight advantage with a battery size of 65kWh as opposed to the XEV 9e’s 59kWh unit. Until full specifications are out for the Harrier.ev, both SUVs seem quite evenly matched on paper, for now.

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