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Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Differences explained

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Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Differences explained

With the XEV 9S, Mahindra became the first mass-market brand to launch a three-row electric SUV. The eSUV is sold alongside the XEV 9e coupe SUV as a three-row counterpart, and both SUVs share the INGLO platform. In this article, we compare the finer differences between the two eSUVs, which cater to different buyers.    

Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Dimensions and design 

The XEV 9e looks flamboyant, while the XEV 9S looks more traditional SUV-like 

Mahindra XEV 9S rear quarter
Mahindra XEV 9e rear quarter
Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e rear quarter

The main difference between the SUVs is their roofline design. The XEV 9e features a sharply raked roofline for its coupe-SUV proportions, while the XEV 9S’ roof is higher-set like the XU700 to accommodate an extra row of seats. At the rear, the XEV 9e has a boxy look with slim connected LED taillamps, but the XEV 9S looks quite similar to the XUV700, though its LED taillights feature different detailing and are connected by a black strip. Moreover, the wheel sizes on the XEV 9e are slightly larger at 19-inch compared to the XEV 9S’ 18-inch wheels.

Mahindra XEV 9S alloy wheel size
Mahindra XEV 9e alloy wheel size
Mahindra XEV 9S and Mahindra XEV 9e alloy wheel size

The XEV 9S and the XEV 9e take different design approaches. The XEV 9e goes for a radical, aggressive coupe-SUV look, while the XEV 9S takes a conventional look and comes across as an electrified version of the  XUV700. The XEV 9S gets a similar-looking front fascia with a nearly similar DRL signature and headlamp setup. A minor difference is that the Mahindra badge is on the grille of the XEV 9S, unlike the XEV 9e, which gets it on the bonnet. 

Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Interior and Features 

Both feature the same interiors, but the XEV 9S gets additional features

Mahindra XEV 9S interior
Mahindra XEV 9e interior
Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e interior

The XEV 9S packs an identical interior design to the XEV 9e. Both SUVs come with a three-screen setup for the instrument cluster, infotainment and a passenger display. Both also get the same steering wheel, centre console setup and upholstery. However, the bigger differences lie in their rear seat space and feature lists.

Mahindra XEV 9S second row space
Mahindra XEV 9e second row space
Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e second row space

The biggest difference here is that the XEV 9e is a strict 5-seater, while the XEV 9S gets the flexibility of 7-seats. Moreover, in terms of second row space, the XEV 9e compromises its headroom for the sloping roofline, which the XEV 9S doesn’t. Also, the XEV 9S gets a panoramic sunroof while the XEV 9e gets a fixed panoramic glass roof. The boot spaces differ as well, with the XEV 9e getting a larger 633-litre boot in comparison to 500-litres on the XEV 9S, with the third row folded.   

The XEV 9S comes with an extra row of seats

Both the XEV 9e and the XEV 9S are packed to the brim with features, but the XEV 9S goes one up with additional features like a powered boss mode (9e gets manual control only) and ventilated second row seats. Also, the Mahindra XEV 9S features sliding and reclining second row seats, while the XEV 9e’s second row can only recline. Additionally, the 9S can also be had with rear entertainment screens for the second row 

Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Powertrains, range and charging 

Both SUVs get 59kWh and 79kWh battery packs, but the XEV 9S gets an additional 70kWh battery pack

Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e powertrains 

Mahindra XEV 9S

Mahindra XEV 9e

Battey pack capacity (kWh)

59 / 70 / 79

59 / 79

Power (hp)

231 / 245 / 285

231 / 285

Torque (Nm)

380

380

Claimed Range (km)

521 / 600 / 679

542 / 656

AC Charging time (11kW) (in hours) 

6 / 7 / 8 

6 / 8 

DC Fast charging speed support (kW) 

140 / 160 / 180

140 / 180

DC fast charging time (in minutes)

20 minutes 

20 minutes 
 

Both the Mahindra XEV 9S and the XEV 9e feature the same powertrain setups consisting of 59kWh and 79kWh battery packs. However, the XEV 9S exclusively gets an additional 70kWh battery pack option with a claimed range of 600km. A full charge of the 70kWh battery pack at 11kW AC charging speeds takes 7 hours, and DC fast charging at 160kW takes 20 minutes. 

Interestingly with the 59kWh battery pack, the XEV 9e gets a higher claimed range of 542km in comparison to the XEV 9S' 521km. However in contrast, the XEV 9S gets a higher claimed range of 679km with the 79kWh battery pack over the XEV 9e's 656km

Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e: Variants and pricing  

The XEV 9S is more affordable than the XEV 9e across variants 

Mahindra XEV 9S variant
Price (in Rs, lakh)* Mahindra XEV 9E variant Price (in Rs, lakh)*
Pack One Above 59kWh 19.95 Pack One 59kWh 21.90
Pack One Above 79kWh 21.95 Pack Two 59kWh 24.90
Pack Two Above 70kWh 24.45 Pack Two 79kWh 26.50
Pack Two Above 79kWh 25.45 Pack Three Select 59kWh 27.90
Pack Three 79kWh 27.35 Pack Three 79kWh 30.50
Pack Three Above 79kWh 29.45

*Charger prices have been excluded; 7.2kW and 11.2kW chargers cost Rs 50,000 and Rs 75,000, respectively.

The Mahindra XEV 9S and the XEV 9e are offered in different variants across their respective lineups. The base Pack One variant on the XEV 9e is only offered with the 59kWh battery pack, while the XEV 9S base Pack One Above variant is offered with a choice of 59kWh or 79kWh battery packs. 

The middle Pack Two and Pack Two Above variants of the XEV 9e and XEV 9S, respectively, are offered with a choice of 59kWh or 79kWh battery packs. Notably, the 70kWh battery pack on the XEV 9S is offered only with the Pack Two Above variant. 

Mahindra XEV 9S side profile
Mahindra XEV 9e side profile
Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XEV 9e side profile

The top Pack Three and Pack Three Above variants of the XEV 9S are available only with the 79kWh battery pack, while the top Pack Three Select and Pack Three of the XEV 9e are available with the 59kWh and 79kWh battery packs, respectively. 

When it comes to pricing, the Mahindra XEV 9S is almost Rs 2 lakh cheaper than the XEV 9e in the base variants. Moreover, the larger 79kWh battery pack is cheaper by about Rs 4.5 lakh with the XEV 9S. Interestingly, the middle Pack Two Above variant with the 70kWh battery pack on the XEV 9S is about Rs 45,000 more affordable than the XEV 9e’s Pack Two variant with a 59kWh battery pack. Despite the additional features, the XEV 9S is more affordable by about Rs 1 lakh in its top variant in comparison to the XEV 9e’s top variant.  

Also see:

Mahindra XEV 9S review: Real steal

Mahindra XEV 9e review: A new chapter for Indian EVs



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