Mahindra has launched the XEV 9S, a ground-up electric 7-seater SUV built on the dedicated INGLO architecture. With prices starting at Rs 19.95 lakh and extending to Rs 29.45 lakh (ex-showroom), the XEV 9S positions itself as India first mass-market electric SUV with three rows of seating. It is available in six variants across three battery pack options, with deliveries already underway.

What You Need to Know

  • Mahindra XEV 9S is a dedicated 7-seater electric SUV based on the INGLO platform, shared with the BE 6 and XEV 9e.
  • Three LFP battery options: 59kWh (521 km), 70kWh (600 km), and 79kWh (679 km) ARAI certified range.
  • The top 79kWh variant produces 286hp and 380Nm, hitting 0-100 km/h in 7 seconds with a 202 km/h top speed.
  • DC fast charging from 20 to 80 percent takes 20 minutes on a 180kW charger.
  • The cabin features a triple 12.3-inch screen setup, 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio, Level 2 ADAS, and up to 7 airbags.

Battery and Performance

The XEV 9S is offered with three LFP battery pack options. The entry-level 59kWh pack powers a 231hp motor with a claimed 521 km range. The mid-range 70kWh option bumps output to 245hp with 600 km of range. The top-spec 79kWh pack delivers 286hp and the maximum claimed range of 679 km. All versions produce 380Nm of torque and drive the rear wheels through a single motor.

Real-world range is expected to fall between 400 km and 500 km depending on driving conditions and the variant. The 79kWh battery accepts up to 180kW DC fast charging, replenishing from 20 to 80 percent in about 20 minutes. AC home charging at 7.2kW or 11.2kW is supported using an optional wall charger.

Cabin and Technology

The XEV 9S cabin is centered around a coast-to-coast triple 12.3-inch display setup that spans the dashboard. The system runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset with 5G connectivity, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and Mahindra MAIA AI assistant. Higher variants add a 16-speaker Harman Kardon sound system with Dolby Atmos, a VisionX augmented reality head-up display, and dual wireless chargers.

The second row slides and reclines, the third row folds flat, and the front row includes a powered Boss Mode on top trims. Second-row passengers get ventilated seats on the Pack Three and above, and rear window sunshades. The 150-litre frunk adds practical storage space for small bags or charging cables.

Safety and Driver Assistance

The XEV 9S comes with six airbags as standard, with a seventh driver knee airbag on higher variants. The Level 2 ADAS suite, available from Pack Two Above, includes adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and autonomous emergency braking. Pack Three and above add five radars and a vision camera to enable front and rear cross traffic alert, emergency steering assist, and highway assist.

Other safety features include 360-degree camera with blind view monitor, electronic stability control, tyre pressure monitoring, and a driver drowsiness detection system with EyeDentity.

Variant Breakdown and Pricing

The lineup starts with Pack One Above at Rs 19.95 lakh for the 59kWh version and Rs 21.95 lakh for the 79kWh. Pack Two Above adds leatherette upholstery, the Harman Kardon system, and ADAS at Rs 24.45 lakh (70kWh) and Rs 25.45 lakh (79kWh). Pack Three at Rs 27.35 lakh and Pack Three Above at Rs 29.45 lakh both use the 79kWh battery and add ventilated second row, VisionX HUD, and full Highway Assist.

Bottom Line

The Mahindra XEV 9S fills a genuine gap in the Indian EV market: an affordable, spacious 7-seater electric SUV with real-world range above 400 km and a feature set that rivals premium rivals. It is currently the only mass-market option in its segment, and deliveries are already reaching customers across India.