Comparing the Mahindra XEV 9S and the BMW X1 side by side helps you weigh how each car fits your driving needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Mahindra XEV 9S is available at ₹1,899,000, while the BMW X1 is priced at ₹4,999,000. On the engine front, the Mahindra XEV 9S comes with a N/A (Electric) unit compared to the BMW X1's 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel), producing 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) and 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) 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) | 1499 cc (Petrol) / 1995 cc (Diesel) |
| Drive Type | RWD / AWD | sDrive (FWD) / xDrive (AWD) |
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor | 1.5L B38 TwinPower Turbo / 2.0L B47 Diesel |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | — | 54 Litres |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol / Diesel |
| Gearbox | Single-Speed | 7-Speed DCT (Petrol) / 8-Speed Steptronic (Diesel) |
| Mileage | — | 16.48 kmpl (Petrol) / 19.98 kmpl (Diesel) - ARAI |
| Number of Cylinders | — | 3 (Petrol) / 4 (Diesel) |
| Power | 282 bhp (RWD) / 394 bhp (AWD) | 136 bhp (sDrive18i) / 148 bhp (sDrive18d) |
| Starter | Electric | Push Button Start |
| Torque | 438 Nm (RWD) / 704 Nm (AWD) | 230 Nm (Petrol) / 360 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission Type | Automatic (Single-Speed) | Automatic (7-Speed DCT / 8-Speed Steptronic) |
Electric Vehicle Specs |
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| Battery Capacity | 79 kWh | — |
| Charging Time | DC Fast: ~20 min (10-80%) | — |
| Fast Charging Support | Yes - 175 kW DC | — |
| Range | 600+ km (est.) | — |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes | — |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Boot Space | 300 Litres (3rd row up) | 490 Litres |
| Gross Vehicle Weight | 2900 kg | 2130 kg |
| Ground Clearance | 207 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2300 kg | 1555 kg |
| Length, Width, Height | 4791 mm / 1907 mm / 1770 mm | 4500 mm / 1845 mm / 1642 mm |
| Seating Capacity | 6 / 7 | 5 |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2692 mm |
Comfort & Interior |
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| Adjustable Steering | Tilt & Telescopic | Tilt & Telescopic |
| Auto-Dimming IRVM | — | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes | Yes |
| Climate Control | Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control |
| Cluster | 3x12.3-inch Triple Display | 10.25-inch BMW Live Cockpit Pro |
| Cruise Control | Yes - ADAS Level 2+ | Yes - Active Cruise Control |
| Electrically Adjustable Seats | Yes | Yes - Driver (top) |
| Infotainment System | 12.3-inch + Passenger Display | 10.7-inch BMW iDrive 8.5 Touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes - Comfort Access |
| Power Adjustable ORVMs | Yes | Yes - Auto Folding |
| Power Windows | Yes | Yes |
| Push Start | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC Vents | Yes - 2nd & 3rd Row | Yes |
| Rear Seat Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Nappa Leather | SensaTec Leatherette / Vernasca Leather (top) |
| Sound System | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker | Harman Kardon 16-Speaker (top) / 6-Speaker (base) |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Sunroof |
| USB Ports | Yes - V2L | Yes - USB-A & USB-C |
| Voice Command | Yes | Yes - BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Yes |
Exterior & Lighting |
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| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| DRLs | LED DRLs | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Yes | Yes |
| Headlight | LED Matrix Headlamps | LED Adaptive Headlamps |
| ORVMs with Turn Indicators | Yes | 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 | 225/55 R17 (base) / 225/50 R18 (top) |
| Tyre Type | Radial, Tubeless | Radial, Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | 20-inch Alloy Wheels | 17-inch / 18-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 - DSC + DTC |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes - HDC |
| 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 |
Other Specifications |
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| Color Options | Nebula BlueEverest WhiteStealth BlackDesert MystRuby VelvetMidnight Black | Alpine WhiteBlack SapphireSpace SilverPortimao BlueCape York Green |
| Rating (out of 5) | 4.1 | 4.3 |
| Reviewer Name | Motoautiv Expert | Motoautiv Expert |
