Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Mahindra XEV 9e side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Kia EV9 is available at ₹13,000,000, while the Mahindra XEV 9e is priced at ₹2,149,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mahindra XEV 9e's N/A (Electric), producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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Engine & Performance |
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| Battery | 99.8 kWh Lithium-Ion NCM Battery (IP67) | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | N/A (Electric) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | RWD / AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | Single-Speed |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (Single-Speed) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh | 59 kWh / 79 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%, 175 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | Yes - DC Fast (175 kW) |
| Range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) | 656 km (79 kWh - ARAI) |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 663 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 2750 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 2200 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2775 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | Yes - Front |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen + 12.3-inch Passenger Display |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Nappa Leather |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (large) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Yes - USB-C + V2L |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | LED Matrix Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | — | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 245/45 R20 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackTango RedRuby VelvetDesert MystDeep Forest |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
