Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9e and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Grand Vitara is priced at ₹1,972,400. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9e comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara's 1462 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 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) | 1462 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front Wheel Drive (FWD) – AllGrip AWD (select mild-hybrid variants only) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 1.5L K15C Mild-Hybrid Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | Mild-Hybrid: 45 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 43 litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 5-Speed MT – 6-Speed AT (Torque Converter) – e-CVT (Strong-Hybrid) |
| Mileage | — | Mild-Hybrid MT: up to 21.11 km/l – Mild-Hybrid AT: up to 20.58 km/l – Strong-Hybrid: up to 27.97 km/l |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 4 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 75.8 @ 6000 [103.06 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 139Nm @ 4300rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 59 kWh / 79 kWh | 0.76 kWh |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%, 175 kW) | Self-charging (no plug-in required) |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - DC Fast (175 kW) | — |
| Range | 656 km (79 kWh - ARAI) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | Yes |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 663 Litres | Mild-Hybrid: 373 litres – Strong-Hybrid: 255 litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1675 - 1735 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 210 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2200 kg | 1180 – 1280 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm | Length: 4345 mm • Width: 1795 mm • Height: 1645 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2600 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 |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup | Analog with MID / Fully Digital (variant-wise) |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | Yes (Driver seat – select variants) |
| 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 / Premium Fabric / Leatherette |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (large) | Panoramic (select variants) |
| 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 |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Projector |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Tubeless Radial |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | Steel / Alloy (variant-wise) |
Safety |
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| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Airbags | 7 Airbags | 6 |
| 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 | Yes |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackTango RedRuby VelvetDesert MystDeep Forest | Nexa BlueArctic WhiteMidnight BlackOpulent RedGrandeur GreyChestnut BrownSplendid SilverArctic White+BlackSplendid Silver+BlackOpulent Red+Black |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | — |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | — |
