Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9e and the Maruti Suzuki Baleno 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 Maruti Suzuki Baleno is priced at ₹598,998. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9e comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's 1197 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm respectively. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both cars is available in the table below.
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| Battery | NMC / LFP Battery (IP67) | 12V |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 1197 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 1.2-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 37 litres (Petrol), 55 litres (CNG water equivalent) |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Petrol + CNG |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed AMT |
| Mileage | — | Petrol MT – ~22.35 km/l • Petrol AMT – ~22.94 km/l • CNG – ~30.61 km/kg |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 89 bhp @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Self Start |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 113 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual & Automatic |
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 | 318 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1410 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2200 kg | 955–1020 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm | 3990 mm / 1745 mm / 1500 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2520 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup | Digital-Analogue Cluster with MID |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | — |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen + 12.3-inch Passenger Display | 9-inch SmartPlay Pro+ Touchscreen |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Power Windows | Yes | Front & Rear |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | Fabric |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 4-Speaker + 2-Tweeter Setup |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (large) | — |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C + V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | LED (Front) |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | — |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 195/55 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 (Standard) |
| 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° | 360-Degree Camera |
| 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 | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteSplendid SilverOpulent RedLuxe BeigeGrandeur GreyBluish Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
