Mahindra XEV 9S vs Mahindra XUV700 Spec Comparison: What's Different?

Mahindra now has two strong contenders in the premium SUV space, the fully electric XEV 9S and the ICE XUV700. While both share a familiar upright SUV stance, they differ significantly in platform, powertrain, dimensions, features and pricing. With the XEV 9S positioned as a modern, tech-forward three-row electric SUV and the XUV700 continuing as an ICE offering, the two models cater to different buyer expectations across performance, design and in-cabin experience.

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The Mahindra XEV 9S is available in 4 variants with multiple battery pack options, priced between Rs 19.95 lakh and Rs 29.45 lakh (ex-showroom). Pack One offers 59 kWh and 79 kWh options, while Pack Two adds 70 kWh and 79 kWh versions. Pack Three and Pack Three Above are exclusively based on the 79 kWh battery. In comparison, the Mahindra XUV700 is priced between Rs 13.66 lakh and Rs 23.71 lakh (ex-showroom), making it more accessible in terms of entry pricing, with a broad variant spread across petrol and diesel trims.

The Mahindra XEV 9S and XUV700 share a familiar upright SUV stance, but their design philosophies differ. The XEV 9S follows a cleaner, EV-first approach inspired by the XUV.e8 concept, featuring a closed grille, connected LED DRLs, triangular LED headlamps and gloss-black cladding. Its proportions are supported by a longer 2762 mm wheelbase and a design that maximises cabin and luggage space. The XUV700 adopts Mahindra’s traditional ICE design language with a chrome vertical grille, C-shaped LED headlamps and a muscular profile. While both SUVs retain a confident, broad stance, the XEV 9S incorporates more futuristic elements such as an illuminated logo and aerodynamic wheels.

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On the outside, the XEV 9S distinguishes itself with 19-inch aerodynamic alloys, flush door handles, smoked LED tail lamps and a redesigned front fascia specific to Mahindra’s EV range. The lighting setup includes a full-width DRL treatment and triangular LED headlamps, along with upright rear styling. On the other hand, the XUV700 features 17 or 18 inch diamond-cut alloys, signature chrome grille elements and more conventional LED headlamps and tail lamps. Both SUVs offer a panoramic sunroof, but the XEV 9S mirrors more of Mahindra’s Heartcore EV design theme, while the XUV700 stays closer to a sporty, combustion-engine design identity.

The cabins of the two SUVs take distinctly different approaches to technology and layout. The XEV 9S offers a triple 12.3-inch screen arrangement powered by Snapdragon chipsets, with wireless connectivity, 5G support and features like video calling and AutoPark Assist in higher packs. Pack-based differentiation includes Harman Kardon audio, Dolby Atmos, NFC access and enhanced connected features. The XUV700 uses a dual 10.25 inch AdrenoX interface with built-in Alexa, 70+ connected features and a 12-speaker Sony 3D audio system. In terms of seating, both vehicles offer three-row layouts, but the XEV 9S provides sliding and reclining second-row seats, laminated glass, EV-specific climate modes and a 15-litre frunk. The XUV700 adds convenience features such as dual-zone climate control, captain seat options and wireless charging.

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The most fundamental difference lies in their powertrains. The XEV 9S is fully electric, offered with 59 kWh, 70 kWh and 79 kWh battery packs producing 228 bhp, 241.3 bhp & 380 Nm of torque and 281.6 bhp respectively. All variants support 20–80% DC fast charging in 20 minutes and include one-pedal driving, Boost Mode and multi-step regeneration. Suspension systems vary by pack, with the top-spec Pack Three adding intelligent adaptive suspension. The XUV700 uses a 2.0L turbo-petrol engine generating 197 bhp and 380 Nm, along with a 2.2L diesel engine producing up to 182 bhp and 450 Nm. Both engines come with 6MT or 6AT options.

Safety features differ notably by pack in the XEV 9S. Pack One includes six airbags, a high-strength body shell, brake-by-wire technology and driver drowsiness detection. Pack Two adds radar and camera-based Level-2 ADAS along with blind-view monitoring and a 360-degree camera. Pack Three enhances the suite with VisionX augmented-reality head-up display, the Eyedentity DOMS driver monitoring system and Secure360 camera-based exterior monitoring. The XUV700 offers up to seven airbags and an ADAS suite that includes adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, traffic sign recognition, a 360-degree camera, ESP and auto booster headlamps.