Comparing the Kia EV9 and the Mahindra XUV700 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 XUV700 is priced at ₹1,366,000. On the engine front, the Kia EV9 comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Mahindra XUV700's 1997 cc, producing 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) and 200 PS @ 5000 rpm 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) | 12V automotive battery configuration layout |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1997 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | FWD / AWD (Diesel variants) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) - Triple Motor | 2.0L mStallion Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection (TGDi) I4 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 60 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed Reduction Gearbox | 6-speed Manual / 6-speed Torque Converter Automatic |
| Mileage | — | 15 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 379 bhp (RWD) / 514 bhp (AWD) | 200 PS @ 5000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electronic keyless start-stop engine push-button |
| Torque | 700 Nm (AWD) | 380 Nm @ 1750–3000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 99.8 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast (800V): 24 min (10-80%) / AC: ~12 hours | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 800V Ultra-Fast (350 kW compatible) | — |
| Range | 600+ km (WLTP RWD) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes - i-Pedal + Paddle-Shift Regen | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 333 Litres (all rows up) + 90 L frunk | 240 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 3200 kg | 2510 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 185 mm | 200 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2600 kg (AWD) | 1815 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 5010 mm / 1980 mm / 1755 mm | 4,695 mm × 1,890 mm × 1,755 |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 7 |
| Wheelbase | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) column with tilt and telescopic manual adjust |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Smart anti-glare electronic internal rearview mirror assembly |
| Central Locking | Yes | Smart speed-sensing automatic lock execution loop |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Fully Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) paired with individual pillar-mounted rear air vents across rear rows |
| Cluster | 12.3-inch Full Digital Instrument Display | Triple-Screen Dashboard Layout on premium configurations, featuring twin 26.03 cm (10.25-inch) primary superscreens side-by-side alongside a dedicated co-passenger entertainment panel |
| Cruise Control | Yes - Highway Driving Pilot (Level 2 ADAS) | Automated cruise control system; luxury models feature active radar-guided Level 2 ADAS |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front + 2nd Row | 6-Way smart power driver seat with memory integration and automated welcome retract clearance logic |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + 5-inch Climate Control Screen | Adrenox-powered dual touchscreen cluster interface housing integrated Amazon Alexa capability, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto connectivity |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Passive smart key proximity access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | One-touch express power windows with anti-pinch sensors across doors |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - Individual Rear Controls | Dedicated separate airflow adjust controls for 2nd and 3rd seating zones. |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes - 2nd Row Relaxation Seats | Integrated fold-down armrest including secondary twin beverage cup holders |
| Seat Upholstery | Leather / Nappa Leather (top) | Premium white or dark charcoal perforated leatherette wraps with cooling ventilation functionality |
| Sound System | Meridian 14-Speaker Premium Audio | Custom premium 12-Speaker Sony 3D Immersive Audio installation driven by a dedicated multi-channel sound amplifier |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Expansive panoramic "Skyroof" |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C throughout + V2L | Multiple fast portals including Type-A front slots and mid-row Type-C fast docks |
| Voice Command | Yes | Comprehensive AI command interpretation array linked to vehicle operations |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Dual-tone integrated bumpers detailed with flush-fitting smart electric door handles |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | Redesigned premium C-shaped signature LED Daytime Running Lights |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Bumper-integrated front LED cornering fog lights |
| Headlight | Digital Pattern Projection LED Headlamps | High-intensity clear-view LED projector headlamps with an integrated Auto-High Beam Booster module |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically power-adjustable and auto-folding exterior mirrors housing sharp LED sequential side indicator blocks |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Fully integrated into the rear tailgate layout window element |
| Roof Rails | — | Integrated low-drag functional roof rails |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Arrow-Head geometric rear split-LED combination lighting layout |
| Tyre Size | 285/45 R21 | 235/65 R17 or R18 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 21-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel/ Alloy |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 7 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Performance hydraulic braking support |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes - VDIM | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Automated downhill control |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Dual dedicated rear row anchors |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° Camera | Advanced 540-Degree Surround View Camera Suite providing multi-angle ground and blind-view tracing |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes - Surround View Monitor | Bumper-flush sound proximity sensors |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | High-accuracy live Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Snow WhiteAurora Black PearlOcean BluePanthera MetalPebble Gray | Everest WhiteMidnight BlackDesert MystNebula BlueStealth BlackRuby VelvetGalaxy Grey |
| Rating (out of 5) | 3.7 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
