Mahindra XEV 9S Electric SUV Launched in India: 5 Things to Know

The Mahindra XEV 9S is offered in 4 Variants. Pack One includes 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery variants priced at Rs 19.95 lakh and Rs 21.95 lakh. Pack Two expands the lineup with 70 kWh and 79 kWh versions, priced at Rs 24.45 lakh and Rs 25.45 lakh. Mahindra has also introduced Pack Three at Rs 27.35 lakh and Pack Three Above (Rs 29.45 lakh), both based on a 79 kWh battery. (All prices Ex-Showroom)

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In terms of power output and charging capabilities vary depending on the pack. Pack One variants deliver 228 bhp (59 kWh) and 281.6 bhp (79 kWh) with DC fast charging from 20 to 80% in 20 minutes. Pack Two offers a peak output of 241.3 bhp (70kWh) with the same charging duration using a 150 kW charger. All versions include multiple drive modes, a Boost Mode, one-pedal driving, multi-step regeneration and a 10-metre turning circle. The suspension setup ranges from link-type units in Pack One to the i-Link and 5-link combination in Pack Two. Pack Three further adds intelligent adaptive suspension, designed to adjust damping behaviour based on road conditions.

Design equipment varies across the lineup. Pack One features a panoramic sunroof, illuminated badging, LED lighting and fabric upholstery with R18 aero-style wheels. Pack Two upgrades the cabin with leatherette upholstery, leatherette steering wheel, R18 alloy wheels and touch-based console controls. Pack Three builds on this with sequential turn indicators, a centre signature lamp inside the DRLs, a start-up lighting sequence and ambient lighting with 16-million-colour customisation integrated into the cabin and skyroof. Pack Three Above adds Night Trail carpet lamps and CapTouch switches on the steering wheel.

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In terms of safety, Pack One includes six airbags, a strengthened body shell, disc brakes with brake-by-wire, rear parking sensors with an HD camera and tyre-pressure monitoring. Pack Two adds Level-2 ADAS with radar and vision input, a 360-degree camera, blind-view monitoring and front parking sensors. Pack Three comes with seven airbags, L2+ ADAS supported by five radars and one camera, lane-centring, emergency steering assist, driver-initiated auto lane change, blind-spot detection and cross-traffic alerts. It also introduces cornering lamps, auto booster lamps, fog lamps and acoustic laminated glass. Pack Three Above further extends safety features with VisionX augmented-reality HUD, Eyedentity driver-monitoring and Secure360 live-view and recording capability.

On the inside, the Mahindra XEV 9S features a triple 12.3-inch display or dual screen, depending on the variant, powered by Qualcomm hardware with 5G connectivity and wireless smartphone integration. Pack One includes entertainment and connected services through the Me4U app. Pack Two adds a 16-speaker Harman Kardon system with Dolby Atmos, wireless charging, NFC key access and OTA updates via the MeU4 suite. Pack Three introduces dual wireless charging pads and an upgraded air filtration system with AQI monitoring. Pack Three Above gains the more advanced Qualcomm 8295 processor with expanded RAM and storage, along with features such as AutoPark Assist, in-car video calling and drive video recording.

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Comfort equipment also scales up across variants. Pack One includes sliding and reclining second-row seating, a cooled console, rear AC vents and smart climate modes. Pack Two adds ventilated front seats, a powered driver seat with lumbar adjustment and auto-dimming mirrors. Pack Three enhances usability with a powered co-driver seat with boss mode, ventilated second-row seating, a rear snack tray, passive keyless entry, flush door handles and window sunshades. Pack Three Above continues to include all top-end comfort features.