Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9e and the Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20 is priced at ₹704,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9e comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Hyundai i20's 1197 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 83 PS @ 6000 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 | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) | 12V Standard |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 1.2L Kappa Petrol with Dual VTVT |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 37 l |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed |
| Mileage | — | 16 kmpl |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 83 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 114.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | 5-Speed Manual / IVT (CVT) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 59 kWh / 79 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%, 175 kW) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (175 kW) | — |
| Range | 656 km (79 kWh - ARAI) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 663 Litres | 311 l |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | — |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2200 kg | 915 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm | 3995 mm, 1775 mm, 1505 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2580 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic Adjustment |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Fully Automatic Temperature Control |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup | Digital Instrument Cluster with Multi-Information Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen + 12.3-inch Passenger Display | 8-inch or 10.25-inch Touchscreen with Navigation |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Smart Key with Push Start/Stop |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | — |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | — |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Fabric / Semi-Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Bose Premium 7-speaker system |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (large) | Electric Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C + V2L | Front Type-C Fast Charger + Rear USB Port |
| Voice Command | Yes | Available via Bluelink |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Available with Cooling Pad |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED Daytime Running Lamps |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | — |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED MFR Headlamps / Halogen |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Electrically Adjustable & Foldable with Turn Indicators |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | Z-shaped LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 185/65 R15 (Mid) / 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless, Radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel (Base) / Hub Wheel (Mid) / Diamond Cut Alloy (Top) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 Airbags |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Program (ESP) | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Highline |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackTango RedRuby VelvetDesert MystDeep Forest | Amazon GreyFiery RedStarry NightAtlas WhiteTitan GreyTitan Grey Matte |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
