Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9e and the BMW M5 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra XEV 9e is available at ₹2,149,000, while the BMW M5 is priced at ₹18,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9e comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW M5's 4395 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 727 bhp (combined system output) 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 | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) | 18.6 kWh PHEV Battery |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 4395 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | M xDrive AWD |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 4.4L S63 V8 TwinPower Turbo + PHEV Electric Motor |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 59 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol + PHEV |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 8-Speed M Steptronic |
| Mileage | — | 10.5 kmpl (approx) |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 8 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 727 bhp (combined system output) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 1000 Nm (combined) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (8-Speed M Steptronic DCT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 59 kWh / 79 kWh | 18.6 kWh (PHEV) |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%, 175 kW) | AC: ~3.5 hours (3.7 kW) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (175 kW) | — |
| Range | 656 km (79 kWh - ARAI) | 67 km EV range |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 663 Litres | 500 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 3050 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2200 kg | 2440 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm | 5060 mm / 1900 mm / 1464 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2995 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic (M Integral Active Steering) |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup | 12.3-inch BMW Curved Display (M-specific) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - Driving Assistant Pro + Active Lane Change |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes - M Carbon Bucket Seats with Heating |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen + 12.3-inch Passenger Display | 14.9-inch BMW Curved Display with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | M Full Merino Leather / Alcantara |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Bowers & Wilkins 18-Speaker |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (large) | Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C + V2L | Yes - USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes - M-specific wide body |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | BMW Adaptive LED Laserlight |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Defogger Only |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 275/35 R20 (front) / 285/35 R20 (rear) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 20-inch M Compound Star Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes - M ABS + Track mode |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 8 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes - M Carbon Ceramic Brakes optional |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes - M DSC with MDM + xDrive |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackTango RedRuby VelvetDesert MystDeep Forest | Storm BayBlack SapphireMarina Bay BlueSophisto GreyAlpine WhiteM Carbon BlackM Isle of Man Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.8 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |










