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The XEV 9S, Mahindra’s future electric SUV, will be built on the brand’s innovative INGLO platform and will have a distinctive EV look with a blanked-off front and a simplified triple-screen dashboard inspired by the XEV 9e. It is likely to have battery pack options of 59 kWh and 79 kWh, with a range of up to 650 kilometres. The SUV will also have a high-tech interior and advanced features like Level 2 ADAS to enhance safety and comfort.
Stunning Triple-Screen Dash: A truly futuristic and functional interior that rivals luxury imports.
Massive Storage: The combination of a 527L boot and a 150L frunk is unmatched in the segment.
Rapid Charging & Warranty: 180 kW charging and a lifetime battery warranty offer peace of mind.
Ergonomic Quirks: The lack of physical HVAC control buttons can be frustrating while driving.
No Full-Size Spare: You get a 135 mm space saver, which limits your speed to 80 km/h after a puncture.
Large Dimensions: At nearly 1.9 meters wide, it can be a handful in narrow Indian city lanes.
The XEV 9S, Mahindra’s future electric SUV, will be built on the brand’s innovative INGLO platform and will have a distinctive EV look with a blanked-off front and a simplified triple-screen dashboard inspired by the XEV 9e. It is likely to have battery pack options of 59 kWh and 79 kWh, with a range of up to 650 kilometres. The SUV will also have a high-tech interior and advanced features like Level 2 ADAS to enhance safety and comfort.
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Exterior
The XEV 9S features a “Twin Peaks” lighting signature with sharp, fang-like LED DRLs that dominate the front fascia. It retains the muscular, upright stance Mahindra is known for but adds aerodynamic flourishes like flush-fitting door handles and aero-bladed 19-inch alloy wheels. The sloping roofline gives it a “Sportback” silhouette that looks significantly more modern than the traditional XUV700. The vehicle measures 4,737 mm in length, making it a substantial presence on the road.
Interior
The cabin is a digital wonderland. The highlight is the Coast-to-Coast Triple-Screen setup, a single glass panel housing three 12.3-inch displays spanning from the driver to the passenger. The materials have seen a massive upgrade, with “Acoustic Fabric” on the dashboard and high-quality synthetic leather that feels much more premium than previous Mahindra efforts. The “LightMeUp” ambient lighting system, with 16 million colors, enhances the lounge-like feel.
Build Quality
Built on the INGLO platform, the XEV 9S feels incredibly robust. The doors have a heavy, solid action, and the cabin is remarkably quiet thanks to extensive sound-deadening and acoustic laminated glass. There is a clear sense of “hewn-from-granite” durability that Mahindra has mastered over decades.
The design is aggressive yet sophisticated. While the front lighting might be polarising for some, the interior quality is a massive leap forward for Mahindra; it genuinely feels like a luxury car inside. The INGLO platform provides a rigidity that you can feel the moment you close the door.
Mahindra has loaded the XEV 9S with “first-in-segment” technology:
The tech suite is overwhelming in a good way. However, the lack of physical HVAC controls is a miss; diving into a screen to adjust the temperature while driving isn’t ideal. The passenger screen also needs a privacy filter to avoid driver distraction.
The XEV 9S offers multiple battery options, with the top-tier 79 kWh LFP battery pack being the highlight.
The rear-mounted motor produces a segment-leading 285 PS (210 kW) and 380 Nm of torque. For a large 7-seater SUV, the acceleration is startling, hitting 0-100 km/h in just 7.0 seconds with a top speed of 202 km/h.
The claimed range for the Mahindra XEV 9S is up to 679km. In real-world conditions, we got around 520 km on a full charge. On highways, the range reduces a bit further to around 450 km. The smaller battery variant is expected to deliver a real-world range of around 380 km.
The RWD layout makes the 9S feel ‘point-and-shoot’ rather than heavy. It builds power linearly, making it easy to drive in traffic despite its 285 PS output. The real-world efficiency of ~6 km/kWh is impressive for a 2.2-tonne SUV.
The INGLO platform provides a near 50:50 weight distribution, which is rare for an SUV of this size.
Most 7-seaters feel boat-like; the 9S does not. The adaptive suspension is a game-changer for Indian roads, offering a dual personality that actually works. It stays remarkably flat through corners for a car this tall.
Mahindra is targeting a full 5-star BNCAP rating.
Mahindra’s safety tech is now world-class. The ADAS is better calibrated for Indian road chaos than many global systems, and the structural integrity of the INGLO platform is designed to exceed global standards.
The 150-litre frunk is a game-changer. It solves the classic ‘all-seats-up’ storage problem that plagues most 7-seater SUVs. The ‘Boss Mode’ in the second row makes it a viable chauffeur-driven car as well.
The lifetime warranty effectively kills the ‘battery replacement cost’ anxiety that stops many from buying an EV. Combined with 180 kW charging, it makes the XEV 9S one of the most future-proof EVs in India.
Mahindra has one of the widest service networks in India for electric cars, covering over 360 cities.
The ‘Mobile Service’ van and door-step pickup options are critical for a premium product like this. Mahindra’s sheer network size gives it a huge advantage over new entrants like VinFast or BYD.
A five-screen setup16-speaker Harmon Kardon SystemParanomic SunroofVentilated SeatsEcosense & Driver AnalyticsAugmented Reality HUDAdaptive Cruise ControlLevel ADAS 2+ 360 degree cameraMulti Drive ModeSingle PedalDrive Ecosense & Driver AnalyticsBoost Mode
Charging
It is expected to take 8 to 11.7 hours for the 59 kWh vs. 79 kWh, respectively.
It should take less than 20-30 minutes.
Warranty
Lifetime warranty for the first registered private owner (both 59 kWh and 79 kWh packs)
For subsequent owners: up to 10 years or 2,00,000 km, whichever comes first
A 3-year warranty with unlimited kilometres (expected).
NCAP Safety Rating(Ex)
SEV Score: 8.5/10
Stunning Triple-Screen Dash: A truly futuristic and functional interior that rivals luxury imports.
Massive Storage: The combination of a 527L boot and a 150L frunk is unmatched in the segment.
Rapid Charging & Warranty: 180 kW charging and a lifetime battery warranty offer peace of mind.
Ergonomic Quirks: The lack of physical HVAC control buttons can be frustrating while driving.
No Full-Size Spare: You get a 135 mm space saver, which limits your speed to 80 km/h after a puncture.
Large Dimensions: At nearly 1.9 meters wide, it can be a handful in narrow Indian city lanes.
| Mahindra XEV 9S | Battery | 59 kWh | Range | 679 Km | Power | 210 kW | Speed | 202 km/h | Safety | 5 Star | AC Charging | 8/11.5 Hrs | Bootspace | 500 + 150 L | Battery Warranty | Lifetime warranty | Price | ₹20.00 - 30.00 Lakh* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Kia Carens Clavis EV | 42/51.4 kWh | 404/490 km | 99/126 kW | 166 kmph | - | 4 / 5 Hrs | 216 L | 8 Years / 160,000 km | ₹17.99 - 24.49 Lakh | |||||||||
 | Tata Harrier EV | 65/75 kWh | 538/627 km | 175 kW | 180 kmph | 5 star | 9.3 / 10.7 hours | 502 L | Life Time | ₹21.49 - 28.99 Lakh | |||||||||
 | MG M9 | 90 kWh | 548 km | 180 kW | 180 kmph | 5 star | 9.5 Hrs | 1720 L | Lifetime Warranty | ₹69.90 Lakh | |||||||||
 | Mahindra XEV 9e | 59/79 kWh | 542/656 km | 210 kW | 202 kmph | 5 star | 6 / 8.7 Hrs | 663 L | Lifetime Warranty | ₹22.65 - 31.25 Lakh | |||||||||
 | Mahindra BE6 | 59/79 kWh | 683 km | 210 kW | 202 kmph | 5 star | 16 / 18 Hrs | 455 L | Life Time | ₹19.65 - 24.25 Lakh |
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1. What is the price of Mahindra XEV 9S in India?
The Mahindra XEV 9S price starts from Rs. 20 Lakh and goes up to Rs. 30 Lakh.
3. What is the battery capacity and charging specification of the Mahindra XEV 9S?
The Mahindra XEV 9S comes with three battery pack options: a 59 kWh battery, 70 kW and a 79 kWh battery pack option.
4. What is the range of the Mahindra XEV 9S?
The claimed range of the Mahindra XEV 9S is 679 km.
5. What is the top speed and acceleration of the Mahindra XEV 9S?
The Mahindra XEV 9S top speed specs are not yet revealed.
6. What is the motor power and the torque of the Mahindra XEV 9S?
The Mahindra XEV 9S is expected to get a dual motor AWD setup. The power is expected to be around 232 PS for the 59 kWh battery pack and 285 PS for the 79 kWh battery pack.
7. What is the boot space of the Mahindra XEV 9S?
The Mahindra XEV 9S boot is not yet revealed.
8. Who are the competitors of Mahindra XEV 9S in India?
The Mahindra XEV 9S will compete with models like the BYD Atto 3 and the upcoming Tata Safari EV.
9. What are the dimensions of the Mahindra XEV 9S?
The XEV 9S is built on Mahindra’s dedicated INGLO EV platform, which enables greater dimensions than the XUV700. The dimensions are as follows:
10. What wheel size does the XEV 9S get?
Higher-end variants of XEV 9S are expected to come get 19-inch alloy wheels, with options for 20-inch wheels.
