Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9e and the Skoda Kylaq 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 Skoda Kylaq is priced at ₹899,900. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9e comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the Skoda Kylaq's 999 cc, producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 114 bhp @ 5000-5500 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) | — |
| Displacement | N/A (Electric) | 999 cc |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (AWD - Dual) | 1.0L TSI Turbocharged Petrol |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 40 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 6-Speed MT / 6-Speed DSG (Automatic) |
| Mileage | — | 21.79 kmpl (MT) / 19.14 kmpl (DSG) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 114 bhp @ 5000-5500 rpm |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 178 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Manual / Automatic (DSG) |
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 | 446 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1600 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm | 189 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2200 kg | 1105 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1694 mm | 4089 mm / 1783 mm / 1619 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2566 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes (top) |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control (top) |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display Setup | 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit Digital Display |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - Adaptive |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes - Front | — |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch Central Touchscreen + 12.3-inch Passenger Display | 10.1-inch Touchscreen with Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | Fabric (base) / Leatherette (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) | 8 Speakers |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof (large) | Sunroof (top variants) |
| USB Ports | Yes - USB-C + V2L | Yes |
| Voice Command | Yes | — |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes (top) |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes - LED |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Projector Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes - Power Folding | Yes - Power Folding |
| Rear Wiper & Defogger | Yes | Yes |
| Roof Rails | Yes | Yes |
| Tail Lamp Type | LED Tail Lamps | LED Tail Lamps |
| Tyre Size | 245/45 R20 | 215/55 R16 (base) / 215/50 R17 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 16-inch / 17-inch Alloy Wheels |
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 - ESC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts | Yes | Yes |
| Rear Parking Camera | Yes - 360° | Yes - 360° (top) |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Yes | Yes |
| TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) | Yes | Yes |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackTango RedRuby VelvetDesert MystDeep Forest | Candy WhiteBrilliant SilverBrilliant BlueCarbon SteelTornado RedDeep Black Pearl |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.3 | 4.2 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
